Gareth Jones, managing director of German owned ebm-papst Automotive and drives UK, has been elected to president of the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
Jones has worked at ebm-papst for over 26 years, operating in the manufacturing supply chains of industries including automotive, telecommunications, rail, consumer electronics, white goods and retail.
Go deeper with GlobalData
Access deeper industry intelligence
Experience unmatched clarity with a single platform that combines unique data, AI, and human expertise.
He said: "I’m very proud to accept this role and look forward to working with the entire SMMT team and my industry colleagues to promote the best interests of the automotive industry."
Jones will take up the role on 1 January, when current president Tim Abbot’s two year terms comes to an end. Abbot will become deputy president of the SMMT, a position he will hold alongside his role at BMW in South Africa.
The SMMT also elected Penny Randall, marketing director of Renault Trucks UK, Tony Walker, deputy managing director of Toyota Motor Manufacturing (UK) and James Wright, managing director of Nissan Motor (GB) to the roles of vice president.
US Tariffs are shifting - will you react or anticipate?
Don’t let policy changes catch you off guard. Stay proactive with real-time data and expert analysis.
By GlobalData
