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Date: 14 July 2015

 Briggs Equipment UK Announces New Chief Executive Officer Appointment

Briggs Equipment UK, the UK‐based distributor of Hyster and Yale materials handling equipment, announces that Paul Goodhand will join the company as Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Paul has led sales and marketing and operational efforts for companies in the equipment, technology, and manufacturing industries for nearly 30 years. He is currently Managing Director for Knorr Bremse Rail Systems UK (formerly Westinghouse Ltd). Previous to his role with Knorr Bremse, Paul was Vice President of Global Sales Operations for Bruel and Kjaer.

Heather Kreager, Chief Executive Officer for Sammons Enterprises, the holding company for Briggs UK, said, "We are looking forward to Paul coming on board as our new CEO. Under his leadership, I believe we will be able to continue to grow our business in the UK while bringing industry‐leading service to our customers and delivering a positive work experience for our employees."

Current Briggs UK CEO, Richard Close, is stepping down from his role as CEO to form his consulting firm, Graywolf Management, Ltd. He will stay with Briggs UK as a consultant until September 30, 2015.

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Editor's Notes

Briggs Equipment UK Ltd is the world's largest global distributor of Hyster and Yale Europe Materials Handling equipment. Briggs products give you outstanding quality, productivity and reliability to ensure maximum uptime for your business; from a global manufacturer. From outright purchase, lease or short-term hire, Briggs delivers unique flexibility and contracts to suit your business needs. Our dedicated account managers, expert back-office support and 600 multi-skilled engineers all have the same goal of giving you an unrivalled customer experience and adding value through unique, tailored solutions.

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 Sue Tupling

CHANGEWORKS Communications
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e: sue@changeworkscom.co.uk

Company Contact:

Sally Baker
Briggs Equipment
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Cannock
WS11 8XW
T: 01543 437923
W: www.briggsequipment.co.uk
E:sally.baker@briggsequipment.co.uk