Scania New Zealand will merge the operations of South Pacific Diesel Systems into its business from March 1, strengthening its presence and customer support capability across the New Zealand market.
The move will see Scania consolidate the sales and service of marine and industrial engines alongside its existing truck and bus operations.
Scania New Zealand managing director Victor Carvalho says the transition builds on a long-standing relationship between the two businesses.
“South Pacific Diesel has played an important role in Scania’s success in New Zealand over many years in providing Power Solutions to the New Zealand market.
“This transition allows us to strengthen customer relationships, invest further in our people and infrastructure, and continue raising the bar in service quality and operational excellence. This means that Scania New Zealand can consolidate the sales and service offerings of marine and industrial engines, alongside our current product suite.”
Founded in 1984, South Pacific Diesel Systems began when diesel engineers Ross Williamson and Hugh Mackenzie were appointed as the New Zealand and South Pacific distributor for Scania Industrial and Marine diesel engines — an opportunity that would shape the business for decades.
More than 40 years on, the company has become one of the longest-standing independent distributors of Scania Power Solutions globally and a leading supplier of Scania diesel engines in New Zealand.
The business supports approximately 1,400Scania engines across marine, industrial, and power generation applications, aided by an experienced team across parts, service, sales, administration, and technical support. Scania Power Solutions continues to evolve with a focus on sustainability, including electrification and alternative fuel solutions.
Carvalho says the merger reflects Scania’s focus on long-term partnerships and sustainable growth in the region as well as ensuring continuity and stability for both customers and employees throughout the transition.
South Pacific Diesel Systems managing director Ross Williamson says customers will see practical benefits from the change.
“For customers, the transition will deliver tangible, day-to-day benefits, including continued comprehensive parts availability and closer coordination between service, technical support, and supply chain teams. Customers will also gain direct access to Scania’s national parts distribution network.”
Customers are expected to see no disruption during the transition, with both companies working together ahead of the March 1 commencement date to ensure continuity of service, parts supply and technical support.
Scania is a global manufacturer of trucks, buses and engines, with operations focused on transport and power solutions. In New Zealand, the company provides vehicles, services and after-sales support across the heavy transport, marine and industrial sectors.
