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TD SYNNEX to buy specialty distributor BlueStar

The Fortune 100 IT distributor adds a specialist in barcode, RFID and point-of-sale equipment in automatic identification and data capture

M&A News deals deskTechnology / IT distribution · United States, Americas7 Oct 2026

TD SYNNEX said on 7 October 2026 that it had signed a definitive agreement to acquire BlueStar, a specialty distributor of automatic identification and data capture and related technologies. Terms were not disclosed.

Why TD SYNNEX Corporation is buying BlueStar

TD SYNNEX said BlueStar's expertise in AIDC, operational technology, mobility, RFID, point-of-sale and related categories would give partners and vendors access to a broader portfolio, backed by TD SYNNEX's global reach.

Deal terms and financing

Financial terms were not disclosed.

Regulatory approvals and timing

The transaction is subject to customary regulatory approvals and closing conditions. No closing date was given, and the companies will operate independently until completion.

Market context

BlueStar is led by chief executive Ryan Girvin and is headquartered in Kentucky. TD SYNNEX, based in Clearwater, Florida and Fremont, California, serves more than 150,000 customers in over 100 countries.

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