The British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA) has announced the appointment of Vincent St Claire as the chair of its Vehicle Fleet Management (VFM) committee.
Vincent, who is MD of Fleet Assist, the UK’s leading SMR supply chain provider to the fleet industry, will shape the agendas of the BVRLA VFM forums and chair its three annual events.
He takes up the position with immediate effect, having played an active part in the VFM for many years and succeeds Blaine Colston, general manager, vehicle operations at KINTO UK who has been in the chairperson role for the past two years and who will continue as an active member of the group.
Toby Poston, BVRLA Chief Executive said: “It is fantastic to welcome Vincent to this role, bringing with him an incredible amount of experience, knowledge and passion. We have benefitted from his valuable contributions on all things SMR over the past few years, alongside his drive to improve the landscape for the sector overall.
“The UK’s car fleet continues its rapid transformation. Policy changes, decisions on motoring tax, and fleet priorities are causing the mix of ICE, hybrid, and electric vehicles to constantly shift. Having Vince at the heart of our discussions around how that impacts the SMR landscape keeps us in a strong position.
“I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Blaine for his outstanding hard work, leadership, and commitment to the VFM programme. His contributions have helped shape a strong, engaged forum and leaves an excellent platform on which to build,” he added.
Commenting on his appointment Vincent said: “I’m very much looking forward to working with the committee and the wider membership as we collaborate, challenge convention, and push the boundaries across the entire vehicle life cycle.
“We are operating in what can only be described as the most radical and revolutionary period in automotive history. The pace of change presents both opportunity and responsibility, and I’m excited about the role the VFM forum can play in shaping best practice, innovation, and sustainable outcomes for our industry,” he added.
BVRLA’s Vehicle and Fleet Management Forums allow delegates to discuss the full spectrum of fleet management and the issues shaping the sector. Its annual meeting and events programme spans every aspect of the industry from delivery of vehicles to end users through to in life maintenance/repair and subsequent de-fleeting and remarketing of those vehicles. https://www.bvrla.co.uk/home/Develop/events-homepage/VFM-Forum
