Scania UK has named Mark Bridgland as its incoming UK Sales Director. Mr Bridgland succeeds Vincente Connolly and joins from Group 1 Automotive, where he held multiple senior roles including Managing Director.
With Scania UK Mr Bridgland will be responsible for guiding and leading the business’s coach, bus, truck and power solutions teams “through the biggest transition the heavy transport industry has ever seen,” says the company.
Prior to joining Group 1 Automotive, Mr Bridgland worked for Renault, Mercedes-Benz and Lookers. Speaking about his appointment with the Swedish manufacturer, he says: “Scania is known around the world for its heritage, innovation and deep engineering integrity. It is my privilege to lead this fantastic company’s sales division in the UK through this exciting period of transition.
“I could not be more excited to join the team at a time where it is shaping the future of this iconic company in the UK. Our role is to build our brand’s equity while ultimately enriching the lives of our customers.”
Speaking about Mr Bridgland joining, Managing Director Chris Newitt adds: “I am delighted to welcome Mark to Scania UK. He has a proven track record and will bring a wealth of valuable experience into the business and the sales team.”
Mr Connolly recently departed his former position with Scania UK to take up the role of Managing Director of Swedish company’s East Africa business unit. That will see him lead operations in Kenya and Tanzania, and support activities in Ethiopia, Rwanda and Uganda.
