Sunbelt Rentals UK has announced that CEO Andy Wright will step down at the end of April 2024 and Phil Parker will be appointed to the role from May 1st .
The business has thanked Andy for his leadership in uniting 26 A-Plant businesses into one Sunbelt Rentals team, and in successfully navigating the challenges of the pandemic. Under his leadership, the company experienced significant growth, moving into new markets such as facilities management and film and TV.
“I would like to personally thank Andy Wright for his collaboration and transformative leadership. Sunbelt Rentals is a better business today as a direct result of his ambition and efforts,” said Brendan Horgan, group CEO at Sunbelt Rentals.
Phil Parker, meanwhile, joined the business in 2016 and has been an executive board member, proving himself to be an integral part of the company's strategic development and overall success. Over his 8 years at the company, Phil has held executive roles in finance, business development, and operations. He has worked closely with Andy, building a strong and effective partnership that has greatly benefited the company.
“Under Andy’s strategic leadership and guidance, Sunbelt Rentals has become the largest rental provider in the UK market and achieved remarkable growth and success. Moving forward, I am honoured and motivated to build on this legacy and drive the growth of our business through our next five-year strategic growth plan – Sunbelt 4.0,” he said.
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