Hot on the heels of its recent rebrand from National Windscreens and an expansion into Alice Springs, NWG has announced it has acquired Tasmanina-based auto glass business Action Auto Glass, and its sister company, Action Auto Sliders.
The deal is set to settle next Friday, July 25 2025.
The acquisition strengthens NWG’s national network to 16 owned branches and marks its fifth major purchase since partnering with boutique corporate advisory firm Nash Advisory.
Action Auto Glass has a long history in Tasmania, dating back to 1985 when it launched as Ability Windscreens in Burnie.
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Rose Kemp joined the business in 1987 and, together with her husband Paul Kemp, took over the company in 2006 when it was a six-person operation. Under their leadership, the business grew to a 25-strong team and became a trusted name for auto glass services in Northern Tasmania.
In 2008, the Kemps diversified into window tinting by adding a Tint-a-Car franchise. Four years later, they rebranded the business as Action Auto Glass. Over nearly two decades, they built purpose-designed workshops in both Burnie and Devonport and developed strong relationships with major insurers, including Tasmania’s own RACT Insurance.
Now, Rose and Paul have decided the time is right to step back and sell the business, although they’ll continue to support the transition.
“‘This transition marks a significant milestone for us as a family business that has grown through passion, hard work and the support of our incredible team and loyal customers,” Action Auto Glass and Action Auto Sliders director Rose Kemp says.
“We are thrilled to pass the torch to NWG, a company that shares our values of family, integrity and exceptional customer service. Their people-first approach and strong team culture give us full confidence that our legacy, and more importantly our customers, will be in great hands.”
Action Auto Glass services all vehicle types, from cars and trucks to coaches and heavy machinery, and has earned a reputation as the go-to supplier for major insurance companies across Tasmania.
NWG plans significant investment to ensure the business remains at the forefront of rapidly evolving vehicle technology, with further expansion news expected soon.
“We are extremely honoured and proud that Rose and Paul chose to sell their business to NWG,” NWG CEO Campbell Jones says.
“The Action Auto Glass business is without doubt pound for pound the most impressive auto glass business I have seen in Australia. They have been truly dedicated to this business, which is easy to see in their operational processes, customer satisfaction scores and award-winning accolades.
“You don’t get Net Promoter Scores in the 90’s by chance!”
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