IAAF appoints new membership development manager
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has appointed Mike Smallbone as membership development manager.
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Fraipont appointed Dunlop motorsport and motorcycle managing director
Goodyear Dunlop Tires Europe has appointed of Xavier Fraipont to the position of managing director, motorsport and motorcycle EMEA. Fraipont, formerly director, consumer tyre technology EMEA, replaces Sanjay Khanna, who has been appointed consumer sales and marketing director for emerging markets.
Orion names Rubber Carbon Black SVP
On 1 September, Orion Engineered Carbons S.A. announced the appointment of Erik Thiry as senior vice president, Rubber Carbon Black, effective immediately. Thiry has been the senior vice president, Business Development and a member of the executive management team since May 2012.
Giti makes Nordic and France/Benelux management appointments
Giti Tire has strengthened its Northern European operations with Åke Älmdalen appointed as Business Development Manager – Nordics and Amaury Pouzet extending his remit to General Manager – France and Benelux. Åke Älmdalen will be responsible for increasing existing business in Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden across both Passenger Car and Light Truck (PCR) […]
Dipstix growing FlexiFix network
Dipstix, a website designed to connect motorists manage their cars, has added a new Midlands-based team member in response to “growing demand” for its new FlexiFix ‘fix now, pay later’ product.
David Sanders joined Dipstix in July. He brings with him a background in finance.
Eberspächer UK appoints Cranfield chief financial officer
Eberspächer UK Ltd has appointed Steve Cranfield as its new chief financial officer. Cranfield arrives at Eberspächer UK –manufacturer and supplier of fuel-operated heating, air conditioning and climate control systems for automotive, marine, construction equipment and military applications – with 15 years of financial expertise, five of which were spent with PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC). In addition to Cranfield’s arrival, Eberspächer UK says it has strengthened the business elsewhere, adding resources to the storeroom, sales administration and CAD departments.
Veteran Pirelli motorsport engineer switches to Dmack as motorsport technical director
British tyre brand and World Rally Championship authorised tyre supplier Dmack has recruited the Pirelli veteran, Fiorenzo Brivio, who has been appointed to the newly created position of motorsport technical director. The brand, manufactured by China’s Yongtai, hopes to benefit from the technical expertise of Brivio, who they call “one of the world’s leading motorsport tyre engineers.”
Hans Vrijsen appointed general manager, Goodyear Dunlop UK
Goodyear Dunlop marketing director consumer EMEA Hans Vrijsen has been appointed the new general manager for UK and Ireland of Goodyear Dunlop Tires UK. Vrijsen succeeds Erich Fric, who has been appointed consumer PBU sales & marketing director for Western Europe.
National sales manager for Auto Windscreens
Simon Limbrick, former business manager of Autoglass, has joined Auto Windscreens as national sales manager.
Former Peugeot and Hyundai dealer principal appointed EDT UK sales manager
Jon Tatnall, formerly dealer principal at Yeomans Peugeot and Hyundai in Hastings, has joined Kent-based engine detox specialist EDT Automotive as national sales manager. Tatnall started his career as a trainee sales executive at Sidlow Group, before taking increasingly senior roles at Lifestyle, Pinewood and Pendragon.
Michelin appoints Guy Heywood as UK head
Michelin’s UK’s Guy Heywood, has been appointed as commercial director for the well-known tyremaker in the UK and Republic of Ireland. Heywood has been commercial director Truck – UK & ROI since since 2012.
Hankook appoints Antal Takacs as marketing director
Hankook Tire Europe appointed Antal Takacs as marketing director on 1 July 2015. In his new role, Takacs takes responsibility for European pricing, product marketing and distribution channel management.
Antal Takacs will focus on the further development of a pan-European pricing strategy and the reinforcement of Hankook’s Europe-wide marketing strategy. “Our current aim, is to optimise our pan-European marketing strategy, so that we meet our clients’ needs professionally and strengthen the brand awareness in all over Europe”, Hankook’s Head of Europe, Ho Youl Pae stated.
Brian Madderson to continue as PRA Chairman
The Petrol Retailers Association (PRA) has announced that Brian Madderson has agreed to continue his role as Chairman of the Association, following a meeting with PRA Executive Committee.
Madderson comments, “Since 2010, the PRA has retained 90 per cent of the top 50 independent petrol retailers in membership, with sites numbering ing over 3,000. Regional committees have been established in both Northern Ireland and Scotland, and we have formed positive relations with key government officials and politicians in all four home countries.
Steve Tidmarsh joins SD-International as general manager
SD-International (SDI) has appointed Steve Tidmarsh as general manager. Tidmarsh brings over 35 years of experience to the Shanghai-based contract tyre manufacturer.
Tidmarsh’s experience includes 25 years at Goodyear Dunlop, culminating as sales and marketing director of both the consumer and commercial sectors. He has also held the position of financial director with Hi-Q Tyre Services as well as six years as managing director of Kumho UK, becoming the first non-South Korean to hold this title.
TIA appoints David Martin as secretary
The Tire Industry Association (TIA) board of directors elected David Martin as its new board secretary at the association’s bi-annual meeting held 23 – 25 June 2015. Martin will begin his one-year term as secretary on 2 November 2015. After that year, he will proceed as vice president, then president, then past president; all of these positions are for one-year terms.
