CHICAGO, April 21, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LKQ Corporation (Nasdaq:LKQ) today announced that it has completed its previously announced acquisition of Pittsburgh Glass Works LLC (“PGW”). PGW is a leading global distributor and manufacturer of automotive glass products. PGW’s business comprises wholesale and retail distribution services, automotive glass manufacturing, and retailer alliance partnerships. PGW operates approximately 120 distribution branches serving over 7,000 automotive glass retailer shops across North America. In addition, PGW operates 12 manufacturing, fabrication and assembly facilities.
“With the acquisition of PGW and our entrance into the sizable automotive glass market, we continue to grow our industry-leading position and product offerings to further serve the needs of our professional repairer customer,” stated Robert L. Wagman, President and Chief Executive Officer of LKQ Corporation.
Jim Wiggins, Chairman and CEO of PGW commented: “PGW is excited to join LKQ. We view PGW’s offerings as complementary to LKQ’s business, and together our respective teams now have the technology, products, and expertise to introduce automotive glass to LKQ’s global growth strategy.”
About LKQ Corporation
LKQ Corporation (www.lkqcorp.com) is a leading provider of alternative and specialty parts to repair and accessorize automobiles and other vehicles. LKQ has operations in North America, Europe, and Taiwan. LKQ offers its customers a broad range of replacement systems, components, equipment and parts to repair and accessorize automobiles, trucks, and recreational and performance vehicles.
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