www.aftermarketonline.net FEBRUARY 2025 News 12 Operations end for OESAA The Original Equipment Suppliers Aftermarket Association (OESAA) ceased operations at the end of 2024. The industry body, launched in 2013, was established to highlight disparities in parts quality across the aftermarket and went on to help to inspire a new generation of automotive experts. Over the past two years, the OESAA Academy Live roadshow has been travelling to IMI-affiliated colleges around the UK. OESSA said the events brought OEM suppliers and their training expertise to local independent workshops, as well as hundreds of students and apprentices looking to forge careers in the automotive industry. Benefits Association chairman Nigel Morgan said: “We are immensely proud of the part OESAA played in elevating the standards of the industry, raising awareness about the benefits of OE-quality parts, and strengthening trust between suppliers, distributors and technicians. “While OESAA has closed, my hope is that our members will continue to independently advocate for premium solutions, support their customers and work in partnership with the next generation of automotive stars to ensure the aftermarket has a prosperous future. “It has been a pleasure to work with so many talented groups of people and individuals.” Aftermarket parts supplier Sampa UK & Ireland has secured a £1 million funding boost to support an expansion of its manufacturing and same-day delivery vans fleet. HSBC UK said it made the funding package available to Manchester-based Sampa, which is a global supplier of parts for heavy-duty commercial vehicles. The funding will also support investment in logistics and distribution, as Sampa plans to extend its reach into the Midlands, Sheffield, Scotland, and Dublin, creating 100 new UK jobs. Sampa will focus on maintaining larger stock levels and delivering 24/7 parts distribution to meet increasing demand from domestic and international markets. Kemal Kahraman, Sampa’s MD, said: “This funding from HSBC UK will play a crucial role as we expand into new markets across the UK. “The investment will allow us to strengthen our operations, expand our presence in the UK and Ireland, and create new employment opportunities, all whilst ultimately benefiting our diverse customer base.” Established in 1994, Sampa manufactures over 20,000 products across 24 product categories. The firm has a presence in more than 160 countries and provides spare parts with unique designs for the aftermarket sector suitable for European and American style heavy-duty vehicles, trailers and buses. TPS is looking to build on a year of strong performance in 2025 including an expansion of its oils range. Over the past 12 months, the supplier of approved genuine parts to the independent motor trade for Volkswagen Group vehicles has boosted its delivery fleet, extended deals and increased its Quantum consumables range to include more regular monthly offers. TPS said further oils are expected to be added this year. Some 17 oils are already available, with all those in the range holding approvals and recommendations for a variety of modern vehicles, including hybrids, and a range of manufacturers. The move to month-long offers and deals has proved popular during tough economic times, with garages able to enjoy discounted prices for longer, TPS said. The firm’s Quantum consumables range has seen the addition of a new oil and screen wash, while the Quantum Synta RN 5W-30 oil was added in May. TPS has also supercharged its parts deliveries service with the addition of 25 allelectric Cupra Borns and two ID Buzz’s into its fleet — enhancing its capability to deliver five times daily across six days a week. The new fleet of EVs has been rolled out across TPS’ network of centres, including its new TPS Ballymena centre in Northern Ireland, Coventry, Gatwick, Portsmouth and Southampton. There have also been various centre relocations, including a new expanded site in Redruth. Parts supplier Sampa secures £1m investment for expansion TPS on track to accelerate performance, expand range
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