Wegmann Names Thorsten Thom New MD

Wegmann Automotive has named Thorsten Thom as its new managing director. The 40 year-old industrial engineering graduate ascended to the position on 1 January 2011. He joins Felix Bode and Markus Vogler on the Group's board of directors.

Thom joined Wegmann Automotive in 2007. His most recent role was as global director of sales & marketing, with responsibility for international sales development across the entire Group. Embarking on his career in 1997, he spent the years prior to his initial appointment gaining extensive experience working in various roles for renowned automotive suppliers, involving both original equipment and aftermarket business.

As managing director of the Wegmann automotive Group, Thorsten Thom says he will “continue to steer the organisation in its current strategic direction as it moves towards securing a strong and sustainable position on the market.”