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Electric vehicle (EV) charging solution developer, Tual, has appointed Luke Dowell as its new chief technology officer.
In his new role, Dowell will be supporting the upscale of Tual’s PowerUp Charger technology across European fleet markets.
Dowell joins Tual with more than 13 years of experience in EV charging systems, power electronics and functional safety. He has held senior engineering roles at BP Pulse, Dyson and Jaguar Land Rover.
TUAL’s founder and CEO, Philip Clarke, said: “Luke's appointment represents a significant milestone for Tual as we transition from development to scaled deployment.
“His deep expertise in charging systems engineering, combined with his understanding of both OEM requirements and charging infrastructure challenges, positions us exceptionally well to deliver the robust, interoperable solutions commercial fleets demand. Luke's experience navigating complex technical standards and regulatory frameworks will prove invaluable as we move from pre-production prototypes to volume production.”
Dowell added: “Throughout my career developing charging systems at OEMs and infrastructure providers, it’s been clear that commercial fleets need charging solutions that prioritise uptime and operational flexibility.
“Tual has identified this gap and built rapidly deployable technologies that give fleet operators genuine control over their charging operations. The opportunity to contribute technical leadership during this scaling phase, particularly as we bring the technology to market, is exciting.”
Targa Telematics appoints UK director of insurance
Targa Telematics has announced the appointment of Adam Gooch as its director of insurance in the UK.
The role will see Gooch overseeing Targa Telematics’ InsurTech offering and its UK expansion.
Gooch brings more than 20 years of insurance experience to his new role, having worked with telematics and InsurTech providers, legal services and major insurers. He has previously held senior director positions at telematics service providers across the UK, where he achieved significant growth for his business units, managed insurer relations and project development, and led operations and marketing.
Commenting on his new appointment, Gooch said: “With its global presence, state-of-the-art technology and industry-leading expertise, Targa Telematics is ideally placed to lead the next chapter in the InsurTech sector and bring significant advantages from merging trends and learnings from Europe to the UK.
“Moreover, Targa Telematics is one of the few players that can really leverage OEM data to create best-in-class services, and I believe we can deliver major value not only to the connected insurance industry but also standard markets. I am thrilled to join the company at such a pivotal moment and look forward to building on its numerous strengths to help insurers unlock the full potential of OEM and telematics-enabled insurance.”
New UK brand director appointed at Dacia
Lina Ribeiro has been named as Dacia’s next UK brand director, succeeding Luke Broad who has been promoted to managing director of Retail Renault Group UK.
Ribeiro has more than 20 years of experience across key markets in the automotive industry, having held strategic roles in the UK and abroad where she led initiatives in sales, operations, network development and customer experience.
Her new role will involve guiding Dacia’s operations, commercial plans and long-term goals in the UK, with a focus on expanding the organisation’s reach and collaborating with its retailer network to optimise the customer experience.
“It’s a real privilege to step into this role and continue shaping the next chapter of Dacia’s success in the UK,” said Ribeiro.
“The brand keeps going from strength to strength, always standing for something bigger when it comes to mobility. I’m excited to carry that forward, challenging conventions and delivering meaningful value to our customers.”
Dacia’s CEO, Katrin Adt, added: “I’m pleased to welcome Lina into her new role. As Dacia continues to grow, her leadership will strengthen our momentum in a market that values affordability and durability in vehicles built for the real-world.”
FMG Repair Services promotes new technical manager
FMG Repair Services (FMGRS) has promoted Kenny Cruickshanks to the new role of technical manager – client services.
Cruickshanks will be part of a dedicated insurer relationships team, supporting FMGRS with its large insurer client relationships. He will also drive technical alignments, performance and excellence within the 65 FMGRS bodyshop sites.
An experienced IMI regional vehicle damage assessor, Cruickshanks brings a decade of experience and extensive technical knowledge to his new role, along with strong working relationships with clients.
Kris Hurd, operations director FMGRS, said: “We’re proud to operate on behalf of some of the UK’s largest insurers and Kenny’s promotion is part of our strategic plan to ensure we’re providing all the technical support they need alongside a first-class experience for their policyholders.
“We’re delighted to welcome Kenny into this new role and we’re fortunate to have the breadth of talent and expertise to recruit from within our business. This allows Kenny to build upon the strong relationships he has already nurtured with key clients while also supporting a more connected and collaborative approach across our sites in 2026 and beyond.”
New commercial lead at Jigcar
Jigcar has appointed Chris White to the newly created position of commercial lead.
The role was established as part of Jigcar’s strategy to deliver AI-powered vehicle transportation software and solutions to the automotive sector.
White has taken on the role from his previous position of account director at Keyloop and brings significant automotive industry experience from other roles across the sector, including as account manager at Auto Trader and Cooper Solutions.
Commenting on his new appointment, White said: “Technology continues to transform the automotive industry so leveraging AI and automation is now essential for businesses to stay agile and profitable.
“Jigcar’s innovative solutions have already delivered significant success in a short period, helping retailers and fleets to streamline processes, improve performance and reduce operational costs. I'm really looking forward to working with the team and building on this momentum.”
Plug Charging appoints chief commercial officer
Cardiff-based charge point operator, Plug Charging, has named Vernon Williment as its new chief commercial officer.
Williment’s appointment has been made as part of Plug Charging’s commitment to scaling responsibly, accelerating decarbonisation efforts nationwide, and meeting the increasing demand for dependable charging infrastructure.
In his new role, Williment will accelerate Plug Charging’s commercial expansion by developing a unified commercial strategy. He will focus on building new partnerships and ensuing that the company’s narrative aligns with its mission. He will also lead the development of commercial processes, pipeline governance and customer value propositions.
Williment has joined Plug Charging with extensive experience in commercial leadership across the EV charging, renewables and smart-city technology sectors.
Plug Charging’s CEO and founder, Jarrad Morris, said: “Vernon brings the experience, strategic clarity and commercial leadership we need as Plug Charging continues to scale across the UK. His knowledge of the sector, particularly his work with major public-sector partners and national CPO networks, will be instrumental in driving the next chapter of our growth.
“This appointment strengthens our ability to deliver reliable, sustainable and customer-focused charging infrastructure at pace and at scale.”
Williment added: “Plug Charging is entering a hugely exciting phase, one where reliability, partnership and commercial scale will define the next generation of EV infrastructure in the UK.
“I’m delighted to join a team with such strong technical foundations and a clear commitment to doing things properly. My focus is on building a commercial engine that accelerates growth, strengthens our national presence and ensures that Plug Charging becomes the go-to partner for public-sector bodies, fleets and commercial organisations looking for trusted, future-proof charging solutions.”
Engineius appoints new head of automotive
Vehicle movement service, Engineius, has appointed Richard Spencer to the newly created role of head of automotive sales.
Spencer brings more than 30 years of automotive experience to his new role, having previously held positions at Arval UK and the RAC in account management and operations director roles.
Chris Clibbery, founder and director at Engineius, said: “Richard has a strong track record of building long-term relationships and delivering business initiatives.
“Engineius is proud of our market-leading technology but also recognises that understanding our customers is essential. We are delighted to have him on board."
Spencer added: “I’m extremely excited to be joining a business that is so forward-thinking. Engineius has a great product and continually invests to improve its offering.
“Vehicle movement is so much more than just moving something from A to B. Engineius listens, problem solves and builds true partnerships with their customers. I am thrilled to be able to play a part in those partnerships which allow them to evolve and continue leading the way in the automotive sector.”