Hewden appoint new director

SPECIALIST rental company Hewden have announced the appointment of Kevin Parkes to the position of director with responsibility for the Hewden business, with immediate effect.

Mr Parkes has worked for Finning Group (UK) for over 12 years, most recently in the position of general manager - operations for Hewden; a role he has held since October 2008.

Commenting on the new position, Hewden executive director Doug Sprout said: ‘During the past 12 months, Kevin has successfully implemented a number of operational changes despite uniquely challenging economic conditions.

‘These include the introduction of a new regional structure to allow more efficient and responsive customer service levels, as well as significant investment in the company’s national accounts team to provide the product and support demanded by the country’s leading contractors.