Comline Auto Parts Ltd the supplier of aftermarket replacement parts has announced a strategic partnership with its Republic of Ireland distributor, Car Parts Distribution, based in Monaghan.

CPD has been an official distributor of Comline and Allied Nippon brand products since 2010, and, in that period, has achieved significant business growth.  This success, coupled with the strong relationship forged between the two organisations, has provided the platform for Comline to become major stakeholders in the CPD business.

This partnership will see CPD increase its offering on core Comline product lines, such as filters, brake discs, steering and suspension and Allied Nippon brand brake pads. In due course, CPD will also begin distributing additional Comline product lines, including clutch kits, hubs and bearings, and water pumps. Product diversification will also be complemented by a marked increase in brand and product promotional activity for the Comline and Allied Nippon brands.

Business Development Director, Ishan Kamdar, commented, “The Republic of Ireland market represents a major growth area for Comline, but it became clear that we needed a key distribution partner to capitalise on this opportunity  and CPD was the obvious choice.”

CPD Managing Director, Gary Larkin said he is very excited about the potential of this new partnership. He commented, “The backing of Comline, such a well-established and significant player within the European aftermarket, is a landmark moment for CPD and a proud moment for the entire team. This partnership provides the impetus to take CPD and Comline to the next level here in Ireland, and there is huge anticipation for what the future holds.”

CPD Sales Manager, Danny Keane, added, “Comline is all about delivering value-for-money to its customers and CPD has, and always will be, committed to keeping its customers competitive. With Comline on-board, we are in a position to deliver unique and exciting new opportunities for our customers.”