HERTZ Europe has appointed Richard Hillman as director responsible for Hertz International's franchise operations in Europe, Middle East and Africa.

He joined the company in 1979 and has held a number of managerial positions in areas including finance and marketing and sales. He takes over the role from Neville Cheetham, who has retired from the company.

Hillman,who now has responsibility for the firm's 195 franchisees in 85 countries, said: 'I am looking forward to continuing to develop and grow the franchise network.'