Allan McNish Opens New Unipart Distribution Centre

Unipart Automotive has invested £1 million in a new branch and Area Distribution Centre (ADC) in Solihull, creating 20 new jobs. Allan McNish, 2008 Le Mans 24hr race winner, officially opened the new 14,000 sq ft Birmingham South branch on Wednesday 19 November 2008.

This major investment by the motor parts distributor will enable it to better service the needs of motor trade customers, with access to over 25,000 product lines giving excellent off-the-shelf availability. A delivery service from the largest fleet in Birmingham, comprising 27 Unipart vans, will provide fast local delivery.

The opening gave customers the chance to meet Allan McNish and ask him about his Le Mans and Formula 1 experiences. They also benefited from a tour of the new centre so they could see first hand the range and availability Birmingham South has to offer.

Allan McNish commented: “I am very proud to be associated with Unipart Automotive as I feel we share several common goals. Alongside the determination to improve and succeed, we both understand the importance of quality and team work. I believe the investment made by Unipart in this impressive new facility proves their commitment to providing the best possible service to their customers in the local area. This is a particularly positive story in the face of tough economic conditions taking hold across the country.”

Unipart Automotive Managing Director, Dennis Henderson, said: “The new ADC, along with significant developments to our product range and availability of aftermarket parts, marks Unipart Automotive’s strengthening position and commitment to giving our customers the highest level of service nationwide. Unipart Automotive is the largest independent provider in the UK automotive aftermarket and this development is about being the best in the business.

“Our enhanced supply chain model has produced significant improvements and supports our network to deliver outstanding customer service that offers the right part at the right time, every time. We help our customers to improve their performance by delivering the highest standards of service and product through our network of branches. The investment in our regional branch network demonstrates our commitment to profitable growth with particular focus on customer service, efficiency and quality.”