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NEWS<br />
LKQ Chief sets out vision<br />
for sustainable growth at<br />
major conference<br />
<strong>The</strong> new Chief Executive of LKQ UK & Ireland has outlined his commitment to<br />
long-term supplier-customer partnerships as key to driving sustainable growth<br />
across the aftermarket.<br />
Kevan Wooden was speaking at the business’ annual two-day<br />
Branch Managers Conference, hosted at the Birmingham<br />
Hilton Metropole. <strong>The</strong> event was attended by approximately<br />
800 colleagues, garage owners and suppliers – with VIP speakers<br />
including F1 legends driver David Coulthard and strategist Bernie<br />
Collins.<br />
Each of the four businesses within the LKQ UK & Ireland group<br />
– LKQ Euro Car Parts, LKQ Bodyshop, LKQ Leisure & Marine and<br />
Digraph – is the leader in its respective market.<br />
<strong>The</strong> group-wide conference focussed on leveraging the strength<br />
of the four businesses’ best-in-class product range, logistical<br />
infrastructure and experience, influence and expertise to drive<br />
growth in partnership with customers.<br />
In his keynote speech, Kevan Wooden, CEO of LKQ UK & Ireland<br />
addressed colleagues, customers and suppliers, saying: “We had a<br />
strong year in 2023, with strategic acquisitions like Digraph, and the<br />
launch of leading workshop concept 1TEC Auto Hub successfully<br />
expanding our support for customers.<br />
“Our people, products and customers are all central to achieving<br />
sustainable growth, with an exciting year ahead for the business.<br />
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