LiuGong appoints UK manager
23 July 2024
Liugong is strengthening its aerial platform sales capabilities at its subsidiary LiuGong Direct UK with the appointment of Glyn Goodwin as AWP Sales Manager.
Goodwin has taken on full commercial responsibility for developing LiuGong’s strategy to penetrate and expand its presence in the access equipment market.
Glyn Goodwin, AWP Sales Manager, LiuGong Direct UK. (Photo: LiuGong).
With over 40 years of commercial and strategic experience, Goodwin began his career in the 1980s with John Rusling and has held key managerial roles at Aerial Access, AJ Access, Genie, Skyjack Europe, Workplatform, and most recently, as Sales Manager for Hird.
LiuGong offers a range of scissor and boom lifts from 6m - 30m working height and says new products are in the pipeline. All LiuGong’s access machines for the UK and European markets are battery powered, with the company’s electric BEV range comprising 12 product lines and features over 40 models.
Commenting on his new position Goodwin said, “I’m honoured to join the LiuGong team. The LiuGong brand is well respected in the construction equipment industry, with a promising future.
“This is a great opportunity to show our commitment to the access market and to introduce some exciting AWP machines. I am thrilled to be part of this journey and look forward to the exciting times ahead.”
“Our scissor lifts and booms stand toe-to-toe with the best in the market, offering customers a reliable alternative to other leading brands.
“I look forward to connecting with our customers at key industry events such as Vertikal Days in September this year.”
LiuGong Europe Chairman Howard Dale added, “Glyn’s expertise will be instrumental in providing direct support from our Portsmouth and Manchester locations, bolstering our service and parts backup. With over a decade of LiuGong’s presence in the UK and our commitment to offering top-quality aftermarket support, Glyn’s arrival marks a new stage in our growth and innovation.”
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