Date: August 2002

Tony Parr has been appointed assistant general manager of shock absorber and suspension specialists, Kayaba.

Tony, 37, joined Kayaba UK in 1997 as regional manager, and was promoted to sales manager two years later.

In his new role, he will be responsible for sales, marketing and broader aspects of the business including logistics and administration. He will operate from the company’s central distribution centre close to the M62 motorway at Warrington.

Commented Mike Howarth: "Tony’s promotion comes at an important time for the business and the KYB brand, as we gear-up to introduce several new products, and continue our expansion into other European markets."

Married with three children, Tony lives in Preston.

Ref: KYB07/2002