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Scania UK announces new Managing Director

The new managing director comes to Scania with a wealth of experience in the automotive industry.

Scania UK says it is pleased to announce the appointment of its new Managing Director in Chris Newitt.

Newitt began his tenure on September 20 and is responsible for guiding the business through the biggest transition the heavy transport industry has ever seen.

James Armstrong, Executive Regional Director for Scania Europe North, says Newitt is well placed to deliver results for Scania.

“I am delighted to welcome Chris to Scania UK. He has a proven track record and will bring a wealth of experience to one of the most revered positions in the industry,” Armstrong says.

Scania says Newitt has extensive expertise in the automotive business, having held several senior positions at Jaguar Land Rover for more than a decade, as well as significant senior experience working for Volkswagen Group UK.

Commenting on his appointment, Newitt says he is looking forward to working with such a well-established company.

“Scania is known around the world for its brand heritage, innovation, and deep engineering integrity. It will be my privilege to lead this fantastic company in the UK through what continues to be the most testing time of our generation,” Newitt says. 

“Renowned for their passion and spirit, the people of Scania UK are the driving force behind its success. I couldn’t be more excited to join the team continuing to shape the future of this iconic company in the UK.”

Scania says Newitt succeeds and will report into James Armstrong, who will take up his new role as Executive Regional Director for Scania Europe North Region, where he will manage six European markets – UK, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland and the Baltics.

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