Press Release

Kortenberg, Belgium – June 30, 2026

AD International, the international aftermarket trade group headquartered in Kortenberg, Belgium, is pleased to announce the affiliation of a new partner in Poland, further strengthening its presence in Central and Eastern Europe.

Hart, with headquarters in Opole, brings extensive knowledge of the Polish market, strong aftermarket expertise, and well-established supplier relationships. Together, these capabilities will create new opportunities for AD International’s partners and suppliers, while further reinforcing the group’s international presence.

“We are delighted to welcome Hart as “AD Hart” into the AD International family. This partnership supports our long-term ambition to expand and complete our footprint across all countries, develop new opportunities for our Partners, and reinforce collaboration with our key suppliers” said Stéphane Antiglio, President of AD International.

Commenting on the new partnership, Manuel Van Royen, Managing Director of AD International, highlighted the strong alignment between both organizations:

“During our discussions with the Hart management team, we immediately identified the similarities in their approach to the market. The company’s supplier portfolio shows a strong overlap with the brands and categories represented within the AD International portfolio, demonstrating a shared focus on quality, reliability, and long-term co-operation. In addition, Hart’s commercial philosophy and customer-oriented market approach are closely aligned with our own values. This common vision will create strong synergies and provide added value to our partners and customers across Europe.”

Piotr Siłka, owner and CEO of Hart added: “We are proud to join AD International and look forward to contributing our expertise while benefiting from the group’s international reach and collaborative approach. Together, we aim to create new opportunities and look forward to connect with the members of the ADI community.”

Founded on the principles of international cooperation and partnership, AD International continues to expand its network by connecting reliable and experienced companies across markets. The addition of AD Hart as a Polish partner reflects the group’s ongoing commitment to facilitating international business growth and fostering long-term relationships.

About AD International

Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Kortenberg, Belgium, AD International is a leading international automotive aftermarket trade group connecting independent distributors and suppliers across Europe, North Africa, and Central Asia.

With a presence in 42 countries and a network of more than 3,500 wholesale outlets, AD International provides its Partners with the scale, expertise, and international reach needed to strengthen their businesses in a rapidly evolving automotive market. Together, the network generates a sell-out volume of €12 billion, serving professional repairers, retail businesses, and consumers worldwide.

About AD Hart

HART Sp. z o.o. is a company with over 35 years of experience, operating 24 branches with an average size of 2,000 m², employing approximately 800 people, and offering a total warehouse space of 81,000 m². The company generates a consolidated sell-out volume of €200 million in the automotive aftermarket sector, with its core operations based in Poland.

HART is one of the pioneers of private label development in the Polish automotive market and has built a strong reputation among suppliers, customers, and industry partners.

 

For more information, please contact:

AD International
Kortenberg, Belgium
www.autodistribution.international
manuel.vanroyen@adi.be

AD Hart
Opole, Poland
www.hartphp.com.pl