Irizar UK is pleased to announce the appointment of Sam Williams as UK Parts Manager, representing the next phase of its strategic development and supporting the upcoming launch of its in-house parts supply business, scheduled for summer 2026.
Bringing extensive sector-specific experience, Sam will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering the new parts operation.
Commenting on his appointment, Sam Williams said:
“I’m delighted to be joining Irizar UK as UK Parts Manager at such an exciting time for the business. With this being a brand-new parts operation, it presents a fantastic opportunity to build something from the ground up.
Currently working behind the scenes, Sam is focused on establishing the practical and operational foundations required ahead of the official summer launch.
I’m looking forward to bringing the experience I’ve gained within the industry into the Irizar UK business, helping to develop a strong, efficient, and customer-focused parts operation. My aim is to enhance customer service, deliver real value to our customers, and help establish Irizar UK as a competitive and trusted parts provider within the bus and coach industry.”
Welcoming Sam to the business, Andrew Blundell, Managing Director of Irizar UK, added:
“We are delighted to welcome Sam to the Irizar UK team at such an important time in our development. His experience and knowledge will be instrumental as we build our parts operation.
This investment reflects our commitment to strengthening our support offering and building even closer relationships with our customers. By enhancing our in-house capabilities, we are continuing to develop Irizar UK as a trusted partner—one that not only delivers high-quality, European-manufactured vehicles, but also supports customers in achieving optimal whole-life cost through a dedicated and passionate team of professionals.”
A key element of Irizar UK’s ongoing business transition, the establishment of a dedicated parts distribution operation— from its new location in Blyth, Nottinghamshire—marks a significant step forward in enhancing the company’s ability to directly support customers throughout their Irizar ownership journey.
The new parts business will sit alongside Irizar UK’s growing in-house pre-delivery inspection (PDI) and service capabilities, forming a comprehensive portfolio of wrap-around support. This integrated approach is designed to ensure customers benefit from a seamless ownership experience, underpinned by expert support at every stage.
Ultimately, the initiative reinforces Irizar UK’s well-established personal approach to business, now strengthened with tangible, value-added in-house capabilities. By expanding its operational scope, the company is positioning itself as a key stakeholder in helping customers optimise total cost of ownership.
Irizar UK looks forward to sharing further details on the parts supply operation in the coming months as the business prepares for its official launch this summer.