Business profiles - Page 31

No nonsense approach puts Kelly Communications Plant in the fast lane.

The lure of a new car taught a lesson about the value of hard work to Alfa Romeo's head of brand.

Handling 63 million passengers a year with 1,300 drivers and 480 vehicles makes... 'Efficiency a priority'.

Bart Beckers talks about providing the products, support and services fleets need.

The sales manager, car fleets UK & ROI, Michelin is a Magpies supporter who wants golf lessons from Tiger Woods on his desert island.

City Link is ready for the Christmas rush having spent six months drawing up contingency plans to ensure its network will run smoothly in the event of another ‘big freeze’.

'We are open for business," says head of fleet Nick Andrews.

Michael Collins, general manager of UK exports at MSC, has fleet experience of a different kind.

Nationwide offers fleets value for money service.

From Asia to South America, Gareth Wilsher's harmonised fleet policy follows the same principles of 'buy, manage and dispose'.

Fleet director Kevin Griffin talks about design, wholelife costs and holding the market leader position.

Volvo UK's national sales manager says trekking to Everest base camp is an ambition.

A successful campaign to reduce emissions relies on everyone from the boardroom to drivers.

Peugeot fleet director Phil Robson outlines the company's environmental strategy.

The Hertz general manager is a straight-talking boss whose advice is never to close deals over lunch.

‘If we can bring cargo closer to its destination, we can cut down road mileage, reduce congestion and emissions, says MSC.

Changes to the vehicle fleet at Ikea have been part of a company-wide strategy to reduce its impact on the environment.

Dave Bowen rings the changes as BT looks to capitalise its in-house fleet expertise.

Passing the FTA’s Van Excellence audit was straightforward for Rick Stillman’s team. The reason? Careful preparation.

AA head of fleet services Roger Williams on what makes the company a fleet hero.

Vauxhall UK Ltd has been a Zurich customer for nine years. They have 5,000 vehicles on their car plan, of which approximately 500 are used for work-related journeys.

Michael Wilmshurst, chief executive, Nationwide, is a Hemingway fan who believes in making his own luck.

Mercedes-Benz aims to shift emphasis from upfront price to operating cost.

Fleets that are traditionally managed by the HR department arguably have the most difficult challenge when it comes to tackling issues on cost.

Keeping buyers and sellers happy is all in a day's work for Manheim's Zaiga Jinkinson.

Steve Chater on how BMW is focused on improving its cars and service to fleet customers.

Andy Yeoman, managing director at Trimble Fleet Solutions is the Hulk fan that came close to achieving sporting greatness at Wentworth.

Separate contracts boost flexibility and cut downtime, says Rick Young.

Companies have been guilty of “cutting corners” by not putting drivers through on-the-road training, says Richard Hill, managing director of Peak Performance.

A Spiderman fan who wants to improve the UK’s transport network.

Vince Kinner, head of fleet operation, on how Volkswagen is dealing with supply issues.

Skyactiv gives Mazda renewed fleet appeal.

Multi-supplier leasing contracts mean competitive quotes and a better service, says Tony Brady.

New boss, new focus. Ed Hummel outlines his new corporate strategy and growth plans.

Hitachi Capital Commercial Vehicle Services engineers develop vehicles to customer specifications.

At Ringway’s Warndon fleet workshop in Worcestershire every scenario and whim of the English weather has to be accounted for as this facility is responsible for keeping the wheels of infrastructure turning.

Leasedrive Group's commercial director Roddy Graham is a Seve Ballesteros fan who has learned to trust his own instinct.

Trialling new services is 'worth the effort', says transport and logistics manager Allan Hughes.

Deutsche Leasing AG is Germany’s leading asset finance provider for corporate customers and is a major player within the traditional fleet sector.

Paul Jackson on how mileage capture and audits protect a company and the environment.