Leading UK bodybuilder Paneltex Ltd has announced the recent appointment of Phil Lang to the newly created position of Truck and Trailer Sales Manager at the Hull-based manufacturer. Reporting directly to Group Sales Manager Dave Evenett, Phil will be responsible for sales of the Paneltex product range for truck and trailer applications in the UK.
With over 28 years experience in the transport industry, Phil Lang has extensive industry knowledge, in particular within the temperature controlled market sector. He joins Paneltex having spent the last 9 ½ years at refrigerated bodybuilder Lamberet Isotherms UK, latterly in a position of UK Sales Manager. Prior to Lamberet, Phil worked for Marshall Thermo King.
Commenting on his appointment, Phil Lang said, "Within the commercial vehicle industry, Paneltex has an excellent reputation for manufacturing quality and innovative design. This is a positive move for me, which has been reflected by many of my long-term customers who have now transferred their purchasing requirements to Paneltex."
"Phil's vast industry experience within the commercial vehicle market will prove invaluable to the Company as we push forward with our expansion plans. He has already made a substantial impact with both new and existing customers, becoming a valuable addition to the Paneltex sales team," said Chris Berridge, Managing Director, Paneltex Ltd