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Clive Messenger joins SsangYong as sales director

Clive Messenger joins SsangYong

CLIVE Messenger, the former general manager of fleet at Mitsubishi, has joined SsangYong Motors as sales director, effective 04 October 2021. SsangYong says the appointment will offer the company greater support and a more cohesive approach to both retail and fleet sales channels. Commenting on his appointment, Messenger said: “It’s a very exciting time for SsangYong, with a variety of new vehicles,…

SsangYong files for receivership

SsangYong

ACCORDING to a report in Automotive News Europe yesterday (21 December 2020), Korean car maker SsangYong has filed for receivership. The decision was made after SsangYong was unable to meet a repayment of 60 billion won (about £45.5m) due to worsening trading conditions. An official communique said the business was undergoing an Autonomous Restructuring Programme. SsangYong is 75% owned by Indian OEM…

SsangYong moves its HQ

SsangYong - new HQ

KOREAN manufacturer SsangYong has moved its UK operations from Luton to its new headquarters in Swindon. SsangYong says the new head office will provide a modern and flexible working environment with sufficient parking for employees and visitors. It also has capacity to operate its national next day parts supply service to its franchised dealers. Kevin Griffin, managing director at SsangYong Motors UK,…

Kevin Griffin appointed MD of SsangYong Motors

Kevin Griffin SsangYong

KEVIN Griffin is the new managing director of SsangYong Motors. Griffin, the former sales director, takes over from the outgoing Nick Laird. The appointment is effective 01 July 2020. Griffin said on his appointment: SsangYong now has an array of versatile products available in the UK market, so even in challenging times, I’m confident that SsangYong will do well with its excellent…