Unipart Group

This year, we’ve been celebrating 50 years of the Unipart brand. From our beginnings in 1974 as the parts division of British Leyland to today being a supply chain performance improvement partner. We have achieved this through adapting and reinventing Unipart to deliver for customers in a diverse portfolio of sectors and markets. The most significant contributor to this success over the last half century has been our dedicated people, who go above and beyond for our customers each and every day. Throughout 2024 colleagues at our 80 sites around the world have been taking part in 50th anniversary celebrations, many of which were attended by CEO Darren Leigh, recognising Unipart’s history and the incredible journey that has led us to where we are today. As our 50th anniversary year draws to a close, here are some photos of those celebrations from around the world. Thank you to our people, our customers, suppliers, and local communities who have partnered with us in 2024, and the many years before. And thank you for following us. We look forward to bringing you more news, features and insight in 2025. In the meantime, we wish everyone the best for the festive season. #50 #Anniversary #Celebration #2024 https://lnkd.in/gKrZQRVG

Unipart has formed a strategic partnership with Trainvac Group to deliver cutting-edge train toilet spares with quick lead times, enhancing the reliability and efficiency of rail sanitary systems across the UK. Unipart Rail has been appointed the exclusive distribution partner for the UK’s aftermarket, maintenance and leasing companies, providing advanced systems and components designed to enhance functionality, improve performance, and minimise downtime. Beyond toilet spares, Unipart Rail and Trainvac Group are collaborating to expand their range of sustainable and innovative solutions for the rail market, designed to enhance operational performance, lower costs, and reduce environmental impact. The partnership represents a bold step toward transforming rail sanitary systems and advancing the industry's commitment to sustainability and innovation. Neil McNicholas, Unipart Rail Managing Director, said: "Our partnership with Trainvac Group is a milestone in our mission to continue to deliver world-class rail solutions. Together, we will provide the rail industry with innovative products that not only improve performance but also address the critical need for sustainable solutions." Click here to read more: https://lnkd.in/eGP9p64a #RailInnovation #Sustainability #RailSolutions #Partnerships #Efficiency

Unipart’s Big Charity Challenge 2024 raised £56,450.09 for 42 different charities around the world local to Unipart sites. The challenge saw Unipart colleagues engage in a week of focused fundraising at the start of November to benefit charities chosen by site teams. In celebration of Unipart’s 50th anniversary this year, the Unipart Executive Leadership Team completed a ‘Walk & Talk 500 Miles Challenge’ as part of this year’s challenge to raise money for their chosen charity Mind, raising £6,325. Unipart Chief Executive Officer Darren Leigh said: “We are delighted to have raised such a huge amount of money for so many important charities during this year’s Big Charity Challenge. Supporting our communities is a crucial part of the Unipart spirit, so it was fantastic to see everyone come together to make a genuine difference. “It’s particularly special that in the year we celebrate our 50th anniversary we break the £50,000 mark. This would not have been possible without the kindness and generosity of Unipart colleagues working and living The Unipart Way, adding the most value for our stakeholders. I’d like to thank everyone who participated in this year’s challenge, and everyone who donated so generously for those most in need.” Click here to read more: https://lnkd.in/ek_Htr4p #UnipartBigCharityChallenge #WalkAndTalk500Miles #Mind #MentalHealth #Wellbeing #Fundraising

Prevention is better than cure, especially in global industry, where asset or equipment downtime can have significant cost and productivity implications. Our Remote Condition Monitoring (RCM) systems offer a solution. Combining sensors, data analytics, machine learning and AI technology, our RCM systems provide operators and asset owners real-time and predictive insights into the health and performance of critical components. RCM provides operators in sectors including rail, automotive, defence, manufacturing, utilities and aerospace, with real-time and predictive insight into the health and performance of critical components. 🔷 Predictive Maintenance: Anticipate and prevent failures before they happen. 🔷 Maximise Uptime: Keep operations running smoothly and efficiently. 🔷 Data-Driven Decisions: Make informed choices about maintenance and asset management. 🔷 Enhanced Safety: Monitor equipment in real-time, even in hard-to-reach areas. Learn more about how RCM can transform your business. #RCM #PredictiveMaintenance #AssetManagement #Technology

We are delighted to have picked up the Sword, Shield, and Globe of Honour last week at the British Safety Council Awards in London. It was fantastic to meet the other winners, and celebrate the hard work of our dedicated colleagues who ensure Unipart continues to uphold its world-class safety, wellbeing and sustainability standards. Unipart Chief Sustainability Officer Andrew Pyne said: “Winning these awards is a fantastic achievement, and true testament to the culture we have at Unipart. Our people work incredibly hard every single day utilising to ensure we maintain safety, wellbeing and sustainability at the heart of everything we do, and it's this engagement and commitment that means we can now say we’re the first business ever to achieve a back-to-back treble from the British Safety Council.” Click here to read more: https://lnkd.in/dXxp-aDa #BritishSafetyCouncil #Safety #Wellbeing #Sustainability #Awards #Recognition

Unipart has been providing a wide range of transformative technology and supply chain products, services and solutions to the global rail industry for three decades. Today our Remote Condition Monitoring (RCM) systems provide a critical solution for train operating companies looking to optimise rail operations and passenger experience, and ensure the long-term sustainability of rail services. By leveraging advanced sensors to capture data and powerful analytics, RCM provides real-time insights into the health of rolling stock and infrastructure enabling operators to switch from reactive to predictive maintenance schedules. Our latest case study explores how a number of UK train operating companies, including ScotRail, Cross Country, East Midlands Railway and Chiltern Railways utilise Unipart’s RCM solutions to predict and prevent defects that would otherwise take trains out of service. Read the case study here: https://lnkd.in/eGk8796a #RCM #PredictiveMaintenance #AssetManagement #Technology #Rail

We are delighted to continue supporting the digital transformation of UK railways, in partnership with Northern and Porterbrook. Northern is the latest UK Train Operating Company to install Unipart’s Remote Condition Monitoring (RCM) technology onto its trains. Designed, manufactured and supported by Instrumentel, our RCM solutions support rail operators to make informed, data-driven decisions that help to significantly lower costs, enhance safety and optimise the availability of assets and equipment. By reducing reliance on manual inspections, and identifying and eliminating faults before they occur RCM reduces the number of hours lost to unplanned maintenance and down-time. Read the news release to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eTYg2G8V #Rail #Technology #ConditionMonitoring

“The UK automotive sector is undergoing transformative shifts that call for leadership to address global challenges in electrification, sustainability, and digital innovation.” In The Engineer UK's Tech Trends 2025 Bhavik Shah draws on his experience at Unipart Manufacturing Group and the Advanced Propulsion Centre UK to examine key issues facing the automotive sector and explores how vital partnerships across industry, academia and government are in strengthening the UK’s position in the global supply chain. Click here to read the full article: https://lnkd.in/dN5KApaY #TechTrends #UKManufacturing #Automotive #SupplyChain #Funding #Sustainability

Yesterday, Unipart Group attended the annual CBI (Confederation of British Industry) Conference, where the focus was on driving business growth and fostering collaboration across sectors. It was an honour to be referenced in CBI Chief Executive Rain Newton-Smith’s speech, highlighting Unipart’s pivotal role in the Midlands as a vital manufacturer and contributor to the region’s economic strength. The event provided a valuable platform for leaders from industry, academia, and government to explore innovative ways to unlock the UK’s potential for sustainable and inclusive growth. Unipart CEO Darren Leigh had the opportunity to meet with The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rt Hon Rachel Reeves, to discuss the importance of the government’s commitment to investment in innovation, technology, and research and development through the National Wealth Fund. Unipart welcomes this forward-thinking initiative and emphasises the necessity of long-term industrial strategies that prioritise resilience and sustainability. Over the past decade, Unipart has leveraged government funding through Innovate UK and the Advanced Propulsion Centre UK to drive the transition from internal combustion engines to clean technologies, collaborating with universities and small businesses to scale impactful innovations. Darren Leigh commented, "If we’re to make the UK supply chain competitive with the rest of the world, we need government investment in industry and academic partnerships to be reaching the right mix of organisations who have experience of identifying and scaling new technologies in the marketplace." As a key player in sectors such as advanced manufacturing, clean energy, defence, digital technologies, and professional services, Unipart remains committed to working with all stakeholders to meet the challenges of decarbonising society and building a robust UK supply chain for the future. #CBIAnnualConference #Government #UKBusiness

Yesterday, Unipart Group CEO Darren Leigh and the Executive Leadership Team visited our colleagues in Portsmouth to celebrate and welcome Unipart's newest team members. They recognised the start of an exciting new chapter for the recently rebranded Unipart Polymer and Composite Solutions team. Following the recent acquisition, the leadership team formally honoured the hard work, resilience, and dedication of every individual who has contributed to this transition over the past few months. We were thrilled to have our long-term customer McLaren Automotive Ltd join us on the day, showcasing some of their world-class supercars as a testament to the incredible work our teams do to contribute to their success. Growing manufacturing capabilities through this recent acquisition has expanded Unipart's offering and aligns perfectly with Unipart’s growth strategy. It reinforces our commitment to enhancing and growing the UK supply chain - and solidifies the manufacturing and broader supply chain solutions we are able to offer our customers. #EmployeeRecognition #Acquisition #McLaren #Customer Adam Littlewood