New MAN UK MD

Thomas Hemmerich is to succeed Simon Elliott as MD of MAN Truck & Bus UK from 1 February 2017. Thomas is currently MD of MAN Truck & Bus Austria and has worked for the company since 2003. He has also served as CEO of MAN Truck & Bus Germany, Regional Head of Sales for Africa and Senior Vice President Sales Management MAN Truck & Bus in Munich.

Thomas said, ‘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 said, ‘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.’