NEXUS Establishes Collaboration Framework at Business Forum
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By Counterman
NEXUS Automotive International announced NEXUS Automotive Iberia, its 16th regional structure following the establishment of NEXUS India. The new entity will support business opportunities across Spain and Portugal, a region that is a strategic priority and offers strong potential in the globalized aftermarket sector.
link hidden, please login to view noted that Iberia’s fragmented yet dynamic landscape offers an opportunity to unify local players, boosting their competitiveness, operational efficiency and responsiveness to evolving customer demands. NEXUS Iberia will strengthen its regional presence and support local companies in scaling to meet international standards. NEXUS Iberia comprises six major spare parts distribution groups: AGR, ASER, HOLYAUTO, SERCA, URVI and RECALVI PARTS, the latest to join the N! Community.
Recalvi Integration Strengthens Regional Organization
Recalvi’s recent integration further strengthens the organization, leveraging an already well-established Iberian network. Recalvi played an active role in launching NEXUS Iberia, driving the ambition to reinforce collaboration and competitiveness across the region.
Growth, Collaboration and Supplier Partnerships in Iberia
This new regional structure aims to foster growth and collaboration to compete in a globalized market, enabling N! members to enhance their competitiveness, efficiency and capacity to meet aftermarket demands.
N! suppliers gain accelerated market access, enhanced local partnerships and a structured platform for sustainable growth in Iberia.
Working closely with local members and partners, NEXUS and its regional leadership will strengthen the Iberian N! Community, drive strategic growth and create sustainable value. Their leadership ensures that N! Iberia’s priorities align with the NEXUS Group strategy, reinforcing innovation, operational excellence and long-term growth.
“While
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NEXUS Automotive International and Wolf Oil Corporation are celebrating 10 years of partnership. The companies call it a decade defined by collaboration, global connectivity and sustained international growth. Since joining
link hidden, please login to view in 2016, the network has grown into a global ecosystem connecting entrepreneurial aftermarket leaders across multiple regions. Today, link hidden, please login to viewand NEXUS work together in around 50 countries, combining international reach with local market engagement. NEXUS Academy and Events
Through active participation in NEXUS initiatives, Wolf Oil contributes to strengthening the aftermarket ecosystem while supporting the industry’s transition toward new technologies. As a partner within the NEXUS Academy, Wolf Oil plays a role in helping educate the aftermarket, sharing expertise that enables distributors and workshops to keep pace with rapid technical change. Beyond technical collaboration, the partnership is also built on relationships. Wolf Oil actively participates in global and regional NEXUS events, connecting with partners across markets and reinforcing the importance of personal connections in an aftermarket driven by trust and collaboration.
Franck Jolly on the Partnership
“Our ten-year partnership with
link hidden, please login to view demonstrates the strength of a truly global aftermarket community,” said Franck Jolly, global sales trademarks & marketing director at Wolf Oil Corporation. “Together, we combine international reach with local entrepreneurship, creating opportunities for innovation and sustainable growth across markets. Beyond business, NEXUS brings people together, and we are proud to contribute to a network that values collaboration, knowledge sharing and a long-term vision.” Gaël Escribe on Growth and Collaboration
“Ten years of partnership with Wolf Oil Corporation have proven that the most powerful growth comes from shared ambition,” said Gaël Escribe, CEO of NEXUS Automotive International. “By uniting global expertise with local ingenuity, we don’t just adapt to change; we drive it. Together, we’ve built more than a partnership. We’ve created a movement where trust fuels innovation and collaboration paves the way for the future.”
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NEXUS Automotive International announced the appointment of Palle Willumsen as senior vice president of business development, effective March 16, 2026. Willumsen will lead business development efforts to support NEXUS’ market position and strengthen partnerships with major industry stakeholders. He will be responsible for executing NEXUS’ strategic objectives and ensuring continued growth.
Industry experience
Willumsen has more than 25 years of experience in the automotive aftermarket, holding senior positions across sales, marketing and general management. He began his career as a sales manager and later advanced to senior leadership roles including vice president of sales and marketing and general manager.
His extensive experience reflects his knowledge of the automotive sector and leadership capabilities. His commercial and strategic track record supports his new role at NEXUS Automotive International.
Executive comments
“We’re thrilled to welcome Palle to lead our business development. His deep understanding of
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link hidden, please login to view and to work with such a dynamic and forward-thinking community,” said Willumsen. “Having spent many years in the automotive aftermarket, I truly value the power of strong partnerships and collaboration. I look forward to working closely with the NEXUS team, members and suppliers to drive growth and create new opportunities.” The post
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NEXUS has launched Partivia, a company focused on centralizing aftermarket parts procurement for NEXUS members. The initiative strengthens supplier alignment, improves purchasing conditions and harmonizes category management across the global automotive aftermarket.
NEXUS Builds Procurement Scale Through Partivia
Partivia is structured for long-term scalability with a roadmap tied to supplier satisfaction, member needs and market dynamics. Thirteen shareholders from across the NEXUS ecosystem founded the company.
The company remains open to additional members, with early interest reported from prospective participants.
Partivia Supports NEXUS Transactional Strategy
Partivia reinforces the second pillar of NEXUS’ strategy focused on transactional activities, including SmartParts. The initiative also supports the planned creation of NEXUS Group by 2028.
The company seeks to increase compliance with
link hidden, please login to view industrial partners. It also aims to standardize procurement practices to improve efficiency for distributors and suppliers. Category Management and Procurement Framework
The Partivia model emphasizes coordinated category management and collaborative procurement. This approach addresses shifting market conditions across regions.
The framework supports distribution performance, supplier strategies and supply chain execution in the aftermarket.
Phased Rollout and Governance Structure
A phased rollout will begin with an initial operational phase. This phase will include founding shareholders and first members.
The company will validate value creation and refine the procurement model. It will also align category management strategies before broader expansion.
Governance will focus on measurable outcomes. These include compliance levels and purchasing terms tied to industrial partners.
Leadership and Industry Experience
Partivia is led by Roberto Roggeband, who has 20 years of aftermarket experience. His background includes international product management and procurement roles.
His career includes positions at ZF Group, CWS-boco Group and Magneti Marelli Aftermarket.
“Partivia is about creating a new procurement reality for the aftermarket – one that is stronger, more structured, and more aligned with today’s market dynamics,” said Roggeband. “By bringing together committed shareholders with significant scale, we are building an operation that delivers tangible value while remaining open, agile, and future-focused.”
“With its solid shareholder base, clear strategic vision, and growing interest from potential members, Partivia marks an important step in
link hidden, please login to viewAutomotive International’s ongoing commitment to consolidation, collaboration, and value creation within the global automotive aftermarket,” said Gaël Escribe, CEO of NEXUS Automotive International. Operational Focus and Future Expansion
Partivia will support distribution networks with standardized procurement processes and supplier alignment. The company will apply cross market category strategies as membership grows.
The organization will track operational metrics tied to supplier agreements and purchasing performance as it expands scope.
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link hidden, please login to view has hired Jeremy Whiting as director of business development, supporting the East Coast and Southeast distributor territories. He will be based in Jacksonville, Florida. Whiting brings more than 15 years of experience in the heavy-duty industry and a multigenerational connection to the aftermarket. His role will focus on aftermarket distribution support, distributor engagement and supplier strategies across the two regions.
Role and Territory Coverage
Whiting will work with distributors across the East Coast and Southeast to strengthen regional coverage and support growth initiatives. His responsibilities include account development, network alignment and coordination around
link hidden, please login to view’s IMPACT Conference and related programs. “I’ve been attending the IMPACT Conference for several years, and the culture of this organization always stood out,” Whiting said. “VIPAR Heavy Duty feels like a family business. When the opportunity appeared, it felt like the right next step at this point in my life and career.”
Background and Industry Experience
Whiting began his career as an account manager for J.B. Hunt. In 2013, he joined his family’s business, Brookline Machine Company Inc., a long-standing member of the Power Heavy Duty network.
“Some of my earliest memories are going to truck shows and visiting Brookline as a kid,” said Whiting, reflecting on his history in the heavy duty industry. “I can’t imagine being anywhere else.”
At Brookline Machine, Whiting progressed from inside sales/shop tech to operations manager. He managed $3 million in inventory across five branch locations in four states and led development and implementation of the company’s first e-commerce platform.
Distribution Strategy and Network Alignment
Whiting later expanded his industry experience at Neapco, a driveline supplier. As a regional sales manager, he managed distributor relationships and revenue operations across the East Coast and Southeast U.S., organized customer support efforts, managed rep agencies and oversaw VIPAR Heavy Duty IMPACT Conference participation.
Whiting notes that his transition comes with an advantage—he is already familiar with many distributors across his territory, including those he supported through Neapco and contacts from Brookline Machine. “I’ll be walking into meetings with people I’ve known for years,” he said. “It makes the transition feel natural.”
Leadership Transition
Whiting fills the position held by Dick Croft, who has served as a director of business development since 2001 and will retire Jan. 31, 2026. The transition supports continuity in distributor relations and regional coverage for the VIPAR Heavy Duty network.
“Jeremy’s extensive experience in the heavy duty aftermarket, combined with his deep understanding of distributor operations, makes him a strong fit for VIPAR Heavy Duty’s culture,” said Joe Meyer, vice president of business development. “He brings a relationship-driven approach, and we are confident Jeremy will seamlessly support our East Coast and Southeast territories.”
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