Sales director crowned

Crown Lift Trucks has appointed Jon Buckley as its new sales director. Joining the company in September 2010, Buckley has extensive experience in the materials handling industry and his promotion comes at an exciting time for Crown which reports buoyant sales, new models and a range of technological advances.

Buckley will be responsible for all aspects of sales for the company. He says: "Crown has an excellent reputation for quality products and quality of service in the UK. I intend to build on this and expand our reach by opening up new major accounts while continuing to give excellent levels of service to our existing customers."