FLEET management company ARVAL PHH has appointed AA Business Services as its preferred supplier for vehicle breakdown and recovery services.

The AA will also perform service, maintenance and repair work for ARVAL PHH through its network of AA Service Centres.

Under the contract, the AA will be the first choice for emergency breakdowns and recovery for ARVAL PHH and its customers. They will also be offered the services of AA Fleet Europe as an option for European travel.

Nigel Robson, ARVAL PHH's head of networks, said: 'We have been working with the AA for more than 11 years and have been constantly impressed by the quality and flexibility of the services provided.'

Saul Parsonson, general manager of strategic partnerships and ARC, the pan-European network of road assistance organisations, at AA Business Services, commented: 'This is a significant win for the AA and we are looking forward to building our strong relationship with ARVAL PHH even further.'