Vehicle parts maker creating 100 jobs following £1m support package

A Trafford Park vehicle parts group is boosting its manufacturing capabilities following a £1m funding boost from HSBC UK, which it says will lead to the creation of 100 jobs.

Sampa UK & Ireland, a global supplier of aftermarket parts for heavy-duty commercial vehicles, says the package will improve its customer service offering.

Initiatives supported by the funding include expanding the business’s fleet of same-day delivery vans, enhancing next-day delivery options, and investing in its logistics and distribution network to provide faster and more efficient service to customers.

With plans to extend its reach into the Midlands, Sheffield, Scotland, and Dublin, the manufacturer’s expansion is expected to create 100 jobs across a range of roles.

Sampa will also focus on maintaining larger stock levels and delivering 24/7 parts distribution to meet increasing demand from domestic and international markets.

The HSBC funding will further support the development of new product lines, helping Sampa strengthen its position in the commercial vehicle parts sector.

Kemal Kahraman, Sampa managing director, 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.”

Simon Kitchingman, business development manager, North region, at HSBC UK, said: “It’s fantastic to support Sampa UK & Ireland’s expansion, especially as the business plans to create a significant number of new employment opportunities.

“We’re confident this investment will contribute to Sampa’s continued success and growth in the UK and Ireland.”

Established in 1994, Sampa manufacturers more than 20,000 products for heavy duty commercial vehicles across 24 product categories.

With a global presence in more than 160 countries, Sampa provides spare parts with unique designs for the aftermarket sector, suitable for European and American style heavy duty vehicles, trailers and buses.