Thomas Hemmerich is to succeed Simon Elliott as managing director of MAN Truck & Bus UK from 1 February 2017 as the company ramps up for the launch of its TGE van.

Thomas Hemmerich

Hemmerich is currently managing director of MAN Truck & Bus Austria, and has worked for the company since 2003, including as CEO of MAN Truck & Bus Germany, regional head of sales for Africa, based in Johannesburg, and senior vice president sales management MAN Truck & Bus in Munich.

Jean-Yves Kerbrat, MAN senior vice president head of region western Europe, said: “Thomas has a wide range of experience that will stand him in good stead in the UK and, most importantly, he is looking forward to the challenge.”

Hemmerich added: “I am looking forward to working in the UK and I relish the challenges that lie ahead.

“It is a fantastic opportunity to lead MAN Truck & Bus UK, there is huge potential here and I know I will be building on a strong platform.

“The launch of the van, the MAN TGE, will bring more to our range and it is a very exciting time to be joining the company.”

Simon Elliott, outgoing managing director, added: “I am delighted to be handing over to Thomas and I know he will bring his experience and expertise to bear here in the UK. I wish him and the whole team at MAN Truck & Bus UK continued success.”

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