LiuGong appoints new UK aerial work platform sales chief

LiuGong aerial work platform

GLYN Goodwin has joined the LiuGong Direct UK team as Aerial Work Platform (AWP) sales manager.

He takes on full commercial responsibility for developing LiuGong’s strategy to penetrate
and expand its presence in the access industry market.

With over 40 years of commercial and strategic experience, Mr Goodwin began his career with John Rusling and has held managerial roles at Aerial Access, AJ Access, Genie, Skyjack Europe, Workplatform, and most recently, as sales manager for Hird.

Glyn Goodwin
Glyn Goodwin

LiuGong currently offers an AWP range of scissor and boom lifts from 6-30m working heights and has more products in the pipeline.

All of LiuGong’s access machines for the UK and European markets are battery-powered. Currently, LiuGong’s BEV range comprises 12 product lines and features over 40 BEV machines.

Glyn Goodwin said, “I’m honoured to join the LiuGong team. The LiuGong brand is well respected in the construction equipment industry, with a promising future. This is a great opportunity to show our commitment to the access market and to introduce some exciting AWP machines. I am thrilled to be part of this journey and look forward to the exciting times ahead.

“LiuGong boasts a tough line-up of construction equipment, with an expanded range
set to debut in the coming months and years. Our scissor lifts and booms stand toe-to-toe with the best in the market, offering customers a reliable alternative to other leading
brands. Furthermore, at LiuGong we reflect our commitment of being a sustainability-focused supplier and business with our entire access machinery range being battery-powered.

“As we move forward, LiuGong remains dedicated to listening to our customers and using their insights to create solutions that add value. I look forward to connecting with our customers at key industry events such as Vertikal Days in September this year.”

LiuGong Europe chairman, Howard Dale, added, “We are delighted to welcome Glyn to the LiuGong Direct UK team. As we expand our presence in the UK market, Glyn’s expertise will be instrumental in providing direct support from our Portsmouth and Manchester locations, bolstering our service and parts backup. With over a decade of LiuGong’s presence in the UK and our commitment to offering top-quality aftermarket support, Glyn’s arrival marks a new stage in our growth and innovation.”