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64 AFTERMARKET NOVEMBER 2021 RECRUITMENT www.aftermarketonline.net The latest news on who is moving in the industry NEW APPOINTMENTS New Chairman for VLS The Verification of Lubricant Specifications (VLS) has named Mike Bewsey as its new Chairman, taking over from Andrew Goddard, who has become Chairman of the United Kingdom Lubricants Association (UKLA). Mike is also Business Unit Director of Moove Lubricants, and has been a VLS board member since 2016. Commenting on his new role, Mike said: “VLS has an important role to play in assisting members to meet new market challenges. The recent announcement of the ACEA 2021 sequences, the possible impact of Euro 7, as well as the transition to alternative fuels including electric and hydrogen are all impacting lubricant producers. VLS must also continue to support end users by upholding industry standards. “I also see a role in VLS undertaking greater outreach with other similar programmes, from Germany’s FSQ programme to the Australian Lubricant Association’s product quality programme, API’s product quality surveys and even ATIEL’s product compliance and monitoring to ensure a joined-up and cohesive approach in sharing our experience here in the UK.” VLS Company Secretary David Wright added: “It has been a pleasure to work with Andrew Goddard since VLS was formed in 2013 and we would like to thank him for his support for VLS. We look forward to working with Mike and continuing VLS’s work to ensure consumer confidence and trust in the UK lubricants industry.” New face at UFI Peter Little has been named as the new UFI Aftermarket UK and Ireland Sales Development Manager. Peter previously worked at The Parts Alliance, and later with MANN + HUMMEL. Commenting on Peter’s appointment, Karl Ridings, UK & Ireland Sales Director & General Manager UK & Ireland – Aftermarket, said: “Having returned after taking a break from the aftermarket, Peter joins with an in-depth knowledge of the aftermarket and filtration market.” New President/COO at The Parts Alliance The Parts Alliance has appointed Mark Eburne as its new President and COO. Mark previously had senior roles at a range of organisations across a number of sectors, including Wolseley, National Grid, RAC and TRW. On his new position, Mark said: “I look forward to working with the team to help our people, our customers and our suppliers prosper in the months and years ahead.” The Parts Alliance CFO Sally Dowling said: “We’re delighted to welcome Mark to the team. He joins The Parts Alliance during an exciting period of growth and opportunity, when the automotive aftermarket has demonstrated not just its resilience to the pandemic, but its great potential to thrive as an essential service.” Mark succeeds previous President and COO Neil Croxson, who left the business in June. Welcome to Aftermarket’s new appointments section. Here you can find the latest news on those moving around the industry as well as new vacancies from leading companies and recruitment agencies on the automotive market. If you have a vacancy to share, email Alex Wells at: alex@aftermarket.co.uk