Uni-Select Inc. announced today that it has completed the acquisition, through one of its subsidiaries, of the assets of Duncan Auto Parts Ltd. This acquisition expands Uni-Select’s reach in Pacific Canada.
Duncan Auto Parts, a long-term customer of Uni-Select, is a wholesaler of automotive parts since 1963, operating from two stores in Duncan and Chemainus, British Columbia. The 34 professionals who contributed to building its reputation and position in the market now join the Uni-Select team.
“We are pleased to add this great business to our network of corporate stores and solidify our market position on Vancouver Island,” stated Gary O’Connor, President and Chief Operating Officer, Automotive Canada.
“Duncan Auto Parts has a great team, delivering exceptional customer service and we are pleased to welcome them to the Uni-Select family,” added Henry Buckley, President and Chief Executive Officer, Uni-Select Inc.
Uni-Select is a leader in the Canadian distribution of automotive products and also a leading independent automotive paint distributor in the United States with FinishMaster. Uni-Select has more than 2,400 employees spread across 13 distribution centers and over 193 corporate stores. Its Canadian banner programs made up of Auto Parts Plus®, Auto-Plus®, Bumper to Bumper®, Auto Select®, Uni-Pro®, SAX and Carrossier ProColor® regroup over 3,900 shops and stores. Uni-Select is headquartered in Boucherville and its shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol UNS.
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