Stern Pinball has appointed KMS as its satellite distributor for parts, accessories, and merchandise in Europe.

The agreement complements Stern’s existing distributor network, which will continue to sell and distribute parts, accessories, and merchandise.

KMS was selected by Stern Pinball because of its central European geographical location and history and knowledge in small commercial order fulfilment. For years, KMS, through its sister companies, has been shipping accessories, merchandise, and gadgets for truck drivers in addition to running an apparel business specializsng in clog footwear.

With its computer software and hardware infrastructure in place, KMS has developed the official parts business website located at www.stern-spareparts.eu.

Gary Stern, chairman and CEO of Stern Pinball, said: “Stern Pinball is committed to growing pinball around the globe. We are always looking for ways to better serve the European market.

“With a centralised European parts warehouse set up directly with our importer and distributor KMS, the pinball market will be better served in having products faster and at a more economical price.”

Harold J Scheper, general manager and CEO of KMS, said: “We have been long-time fans and customers of Stern Pinball and are very pleased to have the opportunity to represent Stern in distributing all things pinball, now including parts, accessories, and merchandise.”