Triscan

What Triscan does

Triscan a/s is a privately held Danish automotive aftermarket parts distributor headquartered in Brabrand, Denmark, founded in 1976 (originally as Tridon Scandinavia). The company sources, quality-assures, and distributes OE-quality replacement parts across nine main product groups — brake systems (13,000+ references), steering and suspension (14,000+), engine components (8,000+), transmission (4,000+), body parts (2,000+), cooling systems (1,700+), sensors, EV parts (7,400+), and miscellaneous items — totaling more than 50,000 SKUs that cover approximately 97% of the European vehicle fleet. Production is governed by IATF 16949 quality standards, and parts are supplied by leading OE manufacturers including Gates, Monroe, INA, Litens, and GMB. Triscan operates an in-house test center equipped with ABS, EGR, MAP, and parking sensor testers, plus ozone, corrosion, leakage, and tensile/compression chambers.

The company's business model is wholesale B2B distribution: Triscan sells exclusively to auto parts wholesalers, who in turn supply independent workshops. The company does not sell directly to consumers. It operates subsidiaries in Germany (Triscan GmbH, with a central warehouse in Iserlohn) and Sweden, plus named regional sales managers for Poland, France, and the CIS region, reaching wholesalers in more than 40 countries. Customer integration is multi-channel: wholesalers can order via Triscan's proprietary TriWeb platform, the industry-standard TecCom ordering system, and the TecDoc catalog. Value-added services include the smartrep.info portal (installation guidance, videos, and tips) and the TRISYS/TRICON workshop planning system with OBD connectivity, which links workshops, wholesalers, and Triscan in a single workflow.

Triscan's primary revenue stream is hardware sales of automotive replacement parts at negotiated wholesale prices. The company is closely held, with family involvement at the board level (names including Wiechkoske, Barza, and Seeman), and is led by CEO Michael Juul Hansen, CFO Brian Lillelund Sørensen, CCO Bo Schønfeld, and CPO Asger Thybo Geertsen. The company co-owns Triscan Manufacturing (its own production entity), Partslife (environmental aftermarket initiative), and Wibotec A/S (technology solutions). Triscan reports a 97% delivery capability target and has reduced timing belt kit complaints to approximately 0.37% since 2014, evidence of operational discipline.

Name

Triscan

Legal name

Triscan a/s

Website

https://triscan.dk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1976

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Triscan a/s is a Danish privately held B2B distributor of OE-quality automotive replacement parts, supplying more than 50,000 SKUs across 9 product categories to auto parts wholesalers in over 40 countries, with operations in Denmark, Germany, and Sweden.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Brabrand

HQ country

Denmark

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Automotive Replacement Parts Sales: Triscan generates revenue through the sale of automotive replacement parts to wholesalers. Products span braking systems, steering/suspension, engine components, cooling systems, sensors, transmission, and body parts. OE-quality parts are sold to leading distributors in more than 40 countries.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Triscan specializes in end-to-end concept development, smart sourcing, quality assurance, and distribution of OE-quality automotive replacement parts. The company supplies more than 50,000 part references across brake, steering and suspension, engine, transmission, cooling, body, sensor, and EV product categories to leading auto parts wholesalers in more than 40 countries. Production is governed by IATF 16949 standards, supplemented by an in-house test center and value-added digital services such as smartrep.info and the TRISYS workshop planning system.

Product overview

Triscan is an automotive aftermarket parts supplier offering more than 50,000 OE-quality part references across 9 main product groups and 44+ sub-groups. The portfolio includes Brake Systems (13,000+ refs), Steering & Suspension (14,000+ refs), Engine components (8,000+ refs), Transmission (4,000+ refs), Body parts (2,000+ refs), Cooling System (1,700+ refs), Sensors (comprehensive aftermarket-leading program using MEMS technology), EV Parts (7,400+ refs for electric vehicles), and Miscellaneous items. Triscan serves wholesalers in over 40 countries with products manufactured by leading global suppliers including Gates, INA, Litens, and GMB. The company operates an in-house test center for quality control and offers the smartrep.info concept for installation guidance on complex products.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• TRISCAN SELECT: Products and solutions that stand out, designed to make everyday life easier for car mechanics
• smartrep.info
• TRISYS
• TRICON

Products and services

• Brake System Brake system components for the automotive aftermarket, including brake pads, discs, calipers, brake hoses, brake cables, ABS sensors and rings, brake hydraulic components, and wear sensors. Contains 13,000+ OE-quality references across 10 sub-groups, sold to wholesalers for resale to workshops.
• Steering & Suspension Chassis and steering components including wheel bearings, shock absorbers (Monroe and Triscan brands), coil springs, spiral springs, steering parts (7,700+ references covering 60 car brands), air suspension, level sensors, and leaf springs. Contains 14,000+ OE-quality references.
• Engine Components Engine components for the automotive aftermarket, including fuel and urea/AdBlue hoses, filters, motor management systems, gaskets and engine parts, throttle cables, starters and generators, timing belt kits and chain sets, ignition systems, exhaust systems, and V-belts/fan belts. Contains 8,000+ OE-quality references across 10 sub-groups.
• Transmission Components Transmission components for the automotive aftermarket, including driveshaft boots/CV boots, driveshaft joints, driveshafts, gear cables, gearboxes, clutches, clutch cables, and clutch hydraulics. Contains 4,000+ OE-quality references across 7 sub-groups.
• Body Components Body components for the automotive aftermarket, including gas springs, hood and tailgate cables, park sensors, windshield replacement, stone chip repair, and wiper blades. Contains 2,000+ OE-quality references.
• Cooling System Cooling and climate control components including water pumps (mechanical, vacuum-controlled, and electric), thermostats (including electronically controlled types), cooling and heating hoses, radiator caps, EGR coolers and pipes, A/C compressors, air conditioning hoses, and water temperature sensors. Contains 1,700+ OE-quality references.
• Sensors Comprehensive aftermarket sensor program including ABS sensors, speed sensors, crankshaft and camshaft sensors, MAP sensors, pressure sensors, temperature sensors, park sensors, EGR valves, water temperature sensors, and level sensors. Positioned as the most extensive sensor program in the aftermarket, using MEMS technology with 100% function testing.
• EV Parts Electric vehicle replacement parts including driveshafts for Tesla, Hyundai Ioniq 5, Kia EV6, Polestar 2, Mazda, and Mercedes EV models, wheel bearings, coil springs, and other components. More than 7,400 references available for electric, hybrid, and hydrogen vehicles.
• Triscan SELECT Premium product sub-brand offering products and solutions designed to make daily work easier for car mechanics, with unique product offerings distinguished from the core Triscan range.
• Miscellaneous Parts Complementary aftermarket parts including trailer brake cables, turn signal flashers, and hose clamps. Contains 1,000+ references.

Quantifiable outcome

• 97% delivery capability maintained as a target for customers
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• GatescoreTechnology or IntegrationGates is the world's largest manufacturer of V-belts for the automotive industry and supplies OE products to leading car manufacturers globally. Triscan's V-belt program is manufactured by Gates, including micro-V belt kits, V-belts, belt tensioners, idler pulleys, freewheel clutches, pulley wheels, and mounting tools. Brands first-fit with Gates belts include Alfa Romeo, Audi, Citroën, Fiat, Ford, Honda, Mazda, Mercedes, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Opel, Peugeot, Porsche, Renault, Toyota, Volkswagen, and Volvo.
• MonroecoreTechnology or IntegrationMonroe is one of the most recognized brands in the automotive industry, delivering innovative solutions for ride control since 1916. Triscan offers Monroe shock absorbers across several product groups including Monroe Original, Monroe OESpectrum, Monroe Adventure, Monroe Van-Magnum, electronic Monroe dampers, and Special products.
• Wibotec A/SminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTriscan became a co-owner of Wibotec A/S. Wibotec is involved in Triscan's broader ecosystem of services and partnerships in the automotive aftermarket.
• PartslifeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTriscan became a co-owner of Partslife, an environmental initiative in the automotive aftermarket.
• Triscan ManufacturingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTriscan founded Triscan Manufacturing as a manufacturing entity, allowing Triscan to influence product development, quality control, and pricing of its products. As a co-owner, Triscan exercises direct influence over manufacturing conditions and product quality.
• TecDoccoreTechnology or IntegrationTriscan is a TecDoc data supplier and uses TecDoc's catalog system for product data and identification. Product catalog data is available via TecDoc and TecCMD platforms.
• TecComcoreTechnology or IntegrationTriscan is connected to the TecCom ordering system, enabling seamless electronic ordering between Triscan and its wholesale customers.
• Tridon Scandinavia / TridonminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTridon Scandinavia was renamed to Triscan, representing the company's origin as Tridon Scandinavia A/S founded in Egå, Denmark. This renaming marks the company's evolution from a regional supplier to an international aftermarket parts provider.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves13 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Ferdinand Bilstein GmbH & Co. KG: Family-owned German aftermarket parts distributor with a broad multi-category portfolio (febi, Blue Print, SWAG) supplying European wholesalers. Closely comparable to Triscan in business model, customer base, and geographic footprint.
• MEYLE AG: Hamburg-based manufacturer and distributor of automotive aftermarket parts (steering, suspension, braking, engine) with strong European wholesaler network. Directly comparable to Triscan's distribution-led model across multiple OE-quality parts categories.
• VIEROL AG (VAICO): German aftermarket parts distributor and brand owner (VAICO) supplying European wholesalers with multi-category OE-quality parts. Comparable business model and European focus to Triscan.
• Blue Print (Bilstein Group): Aftermarket parts distributor serving the Asian and European vehicle parc with a broad multi-category product line. Comparable to Triscan's Asia-focused offering and B2B wholesaler model.
• SWAG (Bilstein Group): German aftermarket parts brand distributing steering, suspension, engine, and braking components to European wholesalers. Directly comparable to Triscan's product categories and channel model.
• Dorman Products: US-listed aftermarket parts distributor offering a broad multi-category portfolio (engine, drivetrain, chassis, electrical) to wholesalers and retail. Comparable to Triscan in breadth of categories and OE-replacement positioning, though larger in scale.
• Standard Motor Products: US-based aftermarket parts manufacturer and distributor focused on engine management, electrical, and temperature-control categories. Similar broad-portfolio approach to Triscan though with greater OEM/electronics mix.

Broad incumbents

• Bosch Automotive Aftermarket: Global automotive aftermarket division of Robert Bosch, offering parts, diagnostics, and workshop services across all major categories. Overlaps with Triscan's product breadth but operates at vastly greater scale and with deeper OEM ties.
• Schaeffler Group (INA / FAG / LuK aftermarket): Global automotive supplier with OE and aftermarket presence in engine, drivetrain, and chassis components (INA, LuK, FAG brands). A key indirect supplier-cum-competitor to Triscan in steering/suspension and transmission.
• Continental (ATE / ContiTech aftermarket): Global Tier-1 automotive supplier with substantial aftermarket portfolio (braking under ATE, ContiTech belts, sensors). Competes with Triscan in multiple categories but at much larger scale and with broader geographic reach.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/triscan
• Facebookfacebook.com/triscan.dk
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/127611

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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