Thrifty has announced the appointment of a new managing director as current incumbent Roger Hancock takes on the role of chairman.

Hyundai’s Martin Wilson appointed managing director at Thrifty

Effective 1 January 2018, Hancock takes over from Nigel Spokes who will become a non-executive director while remaining the principal shareholder.

The move will see Martin Wilson, currently sales director of Hyundai Motor UK and previously fleet director at the brand, join Thrifty as managing director reporting directly to Hancock.

Hancock commented: “The business is growing exponentially and we have taken this opportunity to further develop and strengthen our Senior Management team by bringing Martin on board. Martin brings a wealth of sales and operational experience with him which fits strategically with our continued expansion.”