Motion Asia Pacific

Growing its global footprint, GPC expanded its automotive business overseas in 2013, with the purchase of GPC Asia Pacific – a business with its own rich heritage that now spans over a century. The story began in post-World War I Melbourne, when Geoffrey Russell identified a growing need to make replacement parts. In a tin shed in Collingwood, Victoria, Russell opened a small factory trading under the name Automotive Grinding Company. From here, Russell supplied replacement parts for American and British motor cars. In early 1928, Russell and Alan Murton added a new string to their bows, designing patterns and molds to cast pistons in Melbourne. They established a foundry on Mary Street, North Melbourne for this purpose, registered as Piston Casting Co. Russell needed a way to distinguish the Melbourne-made pistons from imports. Borrowing from common practice of the time, Russell took the first letters of his company name and added ‘co’ to the end. The new pistons were stamped R-E-P-C-O, standing for Replacement Parts Co. Thus began the Repco story. Repco’s brand stands for ‘Authenticity’, derived from having quality products that have earned customer trust for over 100 years. The partnership with GPC has positioned Repco with sheer scale, world-class information and logistics systems and financial capacity to significantly accelerate planned growth in Australia, New Zealand and the Asia Pacific region. The partnership has further powered Repco’s ability to get the right products to the right place at the right time at competitive prices. GPC Asia Pacific now offers several iconic brands, including Repco and NAPA Auto Parts, and is the largest automotive aftermarket parts distributor in Australasia with 550 stores and having amassed $1.5 billion in annual sales. Now that’s genuine growth driven by genuine, partnership, care and excellence. #GPCHistory #LifeAtGPC #GenerationsofGPC

As the Olympic Games have come to a close, we extend our sincerest congratulations to all the Asia Pacific Olympic teams. All athletes have exhibited extraordinary skill and determination, earning a total of 67 medals across the APAC region, including 30 gold medals!   At Motion, we take great pride in the remarkable achievements of these athletes, who have remarkably represented the APAC region. Their dedication and success serve as a powerful inspiration to us all. We remain steadfast in supporting our Olympians, both today and in the years to come. #Motion #Olympics2024 #Australia #Paris2024

In 1976, almost 50 years after the founding of GPC, we took a giant leap forward by expanding into industrial distribution parts with the acquisition of Motion. Motion was created in 1946 when Owen-Richards Company was purchased by Caldwell Marks and William Spencer in Birmingham, Alabama. Today, Motion is a leading distributor of industrial parts and services across North America and Asia Pacific with over 700 locations, 30 distribution centers and over $8 billion in sales in 2023. Motion's incredible success is a testament to this powerful partnership. Motion Australia Motion Asia Pacific #GPCHistory #LifeAtGPC #GenerationsofGPC

$GPC Reports Results for Second Quarter 2024. https://bit.ly/3zRm0Yy Alliance Automotive Group, GPC Asia Pacific, Motion, Motion Asia Pacific, NAPA Auto Parts, UAP Inc., Will Stengel #WeAreGPC #GPCEarnings #GPC

Martin Sprockets claims the prestigious International Supplier Award! This award celebrates exceptional performance on a global scale, recognising suppliers who consistently exceed expectations. Martin Sprockets has exemplified this spirit through their unwavering commitment to quality, reliability, and fostering a collaborative partnership. Their dedication has demonstrably strengthened our international supply chain, playing a critical role in our overall success. The International Supplier Award is a well-deserved recognition of the ingenuity and dedication that defines the Martin Sprockets team. Congratulations, Martin Sprockets! You've truly geared up for global recognition! Thank you to Nigel for accepting the award on behalf of the team. #MotionRISEAwards #Suppliers #Recognition #Celebration #MotionSupllierRISEAwards #Martin

Setting a new bar for excellence in South East Asia! Regal Rexnord receives the Exceptional Service to the South East Asia Branch Network Award for 2023. Regal Rexnord hasn't just provided exceptional service – they've demonstrably elevated the bar across the entire network. Their commitment to exceeding customer expectations and fostering a collaborative spirit has strengthened the region as a whole. This award represents the dedication and support of the Regal Rexnord team. Their efforts are sure to have a lasting positive impact on the success of the South East Asia branch network. Here's to celebrating excellence –Congratulations, Regal Rexnord! #MotionSupplierSummit2024 #MotionSuppliers #RegalRexnord #Award #MotionSupplierRiseAwards #SupllierRISEAwards

A huge congratulations to Schaeffler on winning the Exceptional Service to the New Zealand Branch Network Award for 2023 at our RISE Supplier Awards. Schaeffler consistently demonstrates a willingness to go above and beyond. Whether it's providing customised training programs or proactive support, they are dedicated to the success of our New Zealand branches. Through prompt response times, deep technical expertise in our industry, and a willingness to go the extra mile, Schaeffler ensures our New Zealand network have the resources and support they need to thrive. They are a valued partner, and their win is a well-deserved recognition of their ongoing commitment. Here's to Schaeffler and their exceptional team! We look forward to continuing this successful partnership and achieving even greater heights together in the future. #MotionSupplierSummit2024 #MotionSupplierSummit #SupplierSummit #Motion #Schaeffler #NewZealand #Partnership #Recognition #Awards

Leaders fueled, vision ignited! ⚡️ Our 2024 Together in Motion event was a resounding success, where Motion leaders, suppliers, and industry experts across Australia, New Zealand, Indonesia, and Singapore came together to celebrate achievements, chart the course towards Vision 2027, and set the pace to reach new heights. We celebrate not only the remarkable achievements of our leadership teams but, also the collective spirit that binds us together. It is this synergy that amplifies our impact, driving us towards our shared commitment of "Industry leading solutions, tailored to keep you moving". We remain laser focused on not just meeting but exceeding customer expectations, delivering unparalleled value every step of the way. Together, we form an unstoppable force, poised to revolutionise the industrial landscape and set new standards of excellence. However, our impact doesn't stop at the event's conclusion. We're not just rewriting the rules; we're redefining the game itself. As a dominant force, Motion sets the pace for innovation, collaboration, and relentless pursuit of excellence. Celebrating, strategising, and succeeding as one Motion, one vision, and one team! #ThisisMotion Join us as we continue to defy conventions and set new benchmarks. #TogetherInMotion Motion Indonesia Motion New Zealand Ltd