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Clark Equipment New Zealand will
expand its Clark Materials Handling
business in New Zealand and make it the
centre for distribution into the Pacific
Islands.
The company forecasts consistent growth
and wants to expand operations to meet
increased demand and
opportunity.
The expansion in New
Zealand and into the
Pacific Islands is the next
step in Clark’s regional
growth strategy. In
2012,
Clark established
a facility in Singapore
and a dealer network
through Indonesia,
Malaysia, Singapore,
Thailand, Cambodia and Sri Lanka.
CEO, Robert Hammond said: “Clark
Equipment New Zealand’s proximity and
close cultural links to the Pacific Region
provides a strong base to service those
markets.
“
New Zealand is a focus market for Clark.
Clark Forklift Division expands in New Zealand
We have had a long history in New Zealand
and the region centred particularly in the
stevedoring, heavy industry and transport
sectors.“
Clark will now be expanding into more
of the industrial and commercial growth
markets.
“
Clark’s forklift range has widened from
our range of gas and diesel powered trucks
with a new generation of electric trucks and
warehousing equipment meeting the needs
of the broader industry.
“
The Clark difference is how we look
after our customers. We offer a more
personal, innovative approach with
service, fleet management and financing
arrangements tailored to customer needs.
“
We are not the biggest in the industry,
but we focus on our customers and strive
to give them the individual attention and
service they need.”
Clark Equipment
New Zealand also has
made a number of
key appointments to
accelerate growth.
Mark Grover will be
taking over responsibility
as General Manager of the
expanded New Zealand
operation.
Clint Radovancich will
be the Manager in the
South Island. Ross Easton will be focused on
the Omega Heavy Truck product.
Warrick Reid has taken on a new role
as Business Manager in the Clark Forklift
Division.
For more contact: 02 9477 8654 or visit:
www.clarkequipment.com
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The Clark difference is how we look after
our customers. We offer a more personal,
innovative approach with service, fleet
management and financing arrangements
tailored to customer needs.”