Benson Augustine, Senior Research Analyst at Frost & Sullivan said: "Against a competitive and challenging market backdrop, ZF Aftermarket’s industry leader and partnership skills in the field of advancing mobility make it a true and worthy winner of the title `European Automotive Aftermarket Company of the Year'. With proven examples of being first to market with new solutions, we believe the business expertly combines delivery of best practice; in terms of growth, innovation and leadership – maximizing customer value and experience – with the art and science of futureproofing its offer."

A detailed report prepared by Frost & Sullivan paid particular attention to a number of key areas in which it believes ZF Aftermarket excels.  In a competitive and crowded market place, the businesses forward thinking ethos was praised. Of particular note, how it leverages value-added customer benefits from the ZF Group, and properly aligns its associated distributor partners in the aftermarket value chain to adapt to changing market trends.

"We Also Applaud Our Customers Who Contributed"

Upon receiving the award, Ben Smart, Director Global Marketing & Communication ZF Aftermarket commented: “We are extremely proud of this award. It recognizes the hard work, vision and dedication of our global aftermarket team. We also applaud our customers, whose daily choices to support the organization contribute in a meaningful way to its future."