Andrew Maddocks has joined the group as new business development manager, with a remit to develop relationships with dealer groups, car supermarkets and independent motor retailers. He has over 25 years’ experience remarketing vehicles at Manheim Auctions and vehicle purchasing with nationwide car supermarkets. 

Zoe Kennedy also joins as office manager along with Naomi Dickson, as auction support.

Managing director Michael Tomalin said: “We waited patiently for an experienced auctioneer to become available and Andrew fits the bill perfectly. He has a wealth of experience and excellent contacts in the retail sector.

“Andrew’s inaugural event at our auction on Thursday 23 July at Rockingham was very successful and we look forward to an exciting period across the group with Andrew as part of the management team.”

The July event sold 240 vehicles, with a total value of £1.7m and 82% of vehicles achieving an average CAP clean value of 97%. Demand was strong for ’13 and ’14 plates, small to mid-range vehicles with an average of 20,000 miles.