Appointments

David Sutcliffe has been appointed as the new Sector Head for Automotive for Siemens Digital Factory in the UK. Following a period of rapid growth within the sector, David, who has been with Siemens for over 20 years, will be responsible for the development and implementation of the business strategy …

Close Brothers Asset Finance today announced that it has appointed Joachim Otto to lead its German business, based in Mainz. Launched in June 2017, the team offers flexible and tailored funding solutions for Mittelstand businesses in the construction, manufacturing and print sectors. Joachim, who joins from IKB Leasing, is a …

HCEE (Hyundai Construction Equipment Europe) announces the appointment of Peter Verbiest as the new Material Handling Director for the European market. With more than seventeen years of experience in the Material Handling business, both in general management and sales, Hyundai welcome Peter Verbiest who will further develop the company’s Material …

There’s a new hand on the tiller at leading commercial vehicle accident repair and refurbishment specialist A&R Vehicle Services. Gary Lay has joined the West Midlands-based business as Managing Director, 40 years after he began his career as an apprentice truck technician. A&R Vehicle Services is a supplier to many …

In response to high demand for its vertical conveying solutions, Nerak Wiese has recruited Jason Burrill as Business Development Manager to promote the company’s bulk-handling range. Having worked for 19 years for a direct competitor – beginning as an apprentice and working his way up to Area Sales Manager – …

Energy management specialist Hoppecke Industrial Batteries has appointed Jon Bailey as head of its UK operation with a remit to pursue organic growth across the motive, special and reserve power sectors. Jon has worked in the battery industry for 38 years. He joins Hoppecke UK from Johnson Controls, where he …

Simon Meester joins Terex Aerial Work Platforms (AWP) as the new Genie Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing. In this role, Meester will have global responsibility for leading the business’s sales, commercial operations and marketing teams. The goal of his role will be to continue to strengthen the Genie …

The best of Britain’s young forklift service engineers have been honoured in a graduation ceremony hosted by the British Industrial Truck Association (BITA) in the magnificent surroundings of Hoar Cross Hall in Burton on Trent. Four graduates attended the ceremony, representing an inaugural class of eight, all of whom achieved …

A transport management software specialist, Mandata has appointed a new senior director as it continues to expand its UK operations. Steve Spark has been appointed chief commercial officer to manage the strong growth in demand for its integrated technology, which helps haulage companies control delivery management with visibility and efficiency. …

The Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) is seeking to recruit an industry expert to join its technical team to support the association’s global membership. LEEA is established across the globe as the respected and authoritative representative body for all those involved in the lifting industry worldwide. Our Association has played …