The journey since 1974
Founded in 1974 by Mr. Pierre Deaudelin, Transbec quickly became a leader in the distribution of automotive parts and accessories in North America. With a diverse catalog featuring over 30,000 items for all makes and models of cars, whether domestic or imported, we offer top quality at competitive prices.
Heading towards the future
In full expansion, Transbec continues to write its story of success and innovation. With numerous ongoing projects, the company is building a promising future, dedicated to offering efficient and robust products, alongside exceptional customer service.
Company History Timeline
Pierre Deaudelin started his business at the age of 22 with $1,400 in his pocket. At that time, his clientele consisted of garages and service stations in the Montreal area. He locally purchased the parts he distributed.
In the early 1980s, the demand for automotive parts and accessories was growing rapidly. Pierre then turned to American wholesalers. This marked the beginning of distributing to Quebec retailers (wagon jobbers).
In 1986, recognizing the market potential, Pierre decided to acquire his first warehouse on Masse Street in Montreal. He also hired his first employee before embarking solo on a trip to China, where he visited several factories and established strong connections with their owners.
In 1990, Pierre acquired his second warehouse on Philippe-Panneton Street, tripling the size of the previous building. Then, in 1995, Transbec acquired ATLAS, opening doors to new vehicle dealerships. Sales expanded into Ontario and the Maritime provinces, supported by a team of six representatives.
By 1998, with a workforce of 75 employees, Pierre acquired his third warehouse spanning 54,000 square feet.
In 2006, Pierre built his new 100,000 square foot warehouse in Laval, north of Montreal. Dominic Deaudelin was appointed Purchasing Director, and Philippe Desjardins became Sales Director. Two years later, Pierre acquired Direct Auto Import and expanded his warehouse by 65,000 square feet. Kevin Fleury was then appointed Sales Director of Transbec.
In 2011, Bernard Lachance joined the team as General Manager. At that time, Transbec had five warehouses across Canada.
In 2013, during a trip to Germany, Pierre decided to add the Bremsen brake brand, specializing in discs and pads, to its product lineup.
The growth continues, with 16 warehouses spanning coast to coast totaling over 400,000 square feet. There are now more than 220 employees on the team. In 2022, Transbec expanded its Laval warehouse with a 35,000 square foot extension, bringing its total area to over 500,000 square feet.
Today, the company continues to grow, with new warehouses slated to open their doors this year.
