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Appointments Rob Whalley joins APD as chief executive Published: 28th February 2015 Share APD Research & Development has appointed fleet industry executive Rob Whalley (pictured) as its new CEO. A senior executive at several major automotive businesses including PHH (now Arval), Fleetlease (now Hitachi Capital) and Experian, Rob brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to APD. Whalley has also taken a shareholding in the company and joins APD as it embarks on a major expansion programme, extending its reach, not just in the UK and Europe, but also into Asia-Pacific from its offices in Melbourne, Australia. Commenting on the appointment, APD’s executive chairman, Paul Turner said: “Rob brings huge experience and expertise which will be instrumental in us growing our interests globally. “This includes widening the use of APD’s Contact.360 award-winning research platforms and our associated consultancy services in the automotive and aviation sectors.” Whalley added: “I have known Paul Turner and APD for many years. I’ve always been impressed by their creativity and high quality market-leading research programs that have been delivered to the automotive industry. “It is a privilege to be invited to join as both a board member and equity partner, as it moves into a significant expansion programme,” he added. This follows the announcement in 2014 that well known fleet industry figure Nigel Stead was joining the APD board as a non-executive director. Asset Finance Connect Asset Finance Connect brings you news and updates about UK and European auto, equipment and asset finance providers. Sign up to our newsletter Featured Stories AppointmentsBVRLA leadership team expands with new director role AppointmentsArval appoints Marie-Laure Soulaine to public affairs role AppointmentsParagon appoints new MD of motor finance division