Directorate Change

RNS Number : 2198S

Inchcape PLC

14 May 2009

 

INCHCAPE PLC

Directorate change

Inchcape plc ('Inchcape' or the 'Group'), the world's leading car retailer, today announces that Raymond Ch'ien will step down as a Non-Executive Director of the Group with effect from today's AGM.

Raymond has been a Non-Executive Director of Inchcape for 11 years and has been particularly valuable in bringing an entrepreneurial view and Asia focus to our Board discussions.  

Raymond Ch'ien said: 

'I have enjoyed my time on the Board at Inchcape but after 11 years of service with the Group I have decided that the time is right to step down.'

Peter Johnson said:

'During the 11 years that Raymond has been with the Group he has brought a unique perspective and has helped us develop and execute on our strategy, not just with regard to our Asian operations but globally.  We have valued Raymond's contribution to the Board over the many years and wish him every success in the future.'

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Notes to editors

About Inchcape:

Inchcape is a leading, independent international automotive distributor and retailer operating in 26 markets. Inchcape has diversified multi-channel revenue streams including sale of new and used vehicles, parts, service, finance and insurance, 

Inchcape's vision is to be the world's most customer-centric retailer and represents some of the world's leading automotive brands, including Toyota, Lexus, Subaru, BMW, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, Audi, Honda and Land Rover and Jaguar.

Inchcape, which has been listed on the London Stock Exchange since 1958, is headquartered in London, employs around 15,000 people and has scale operations in the UK, Singapore, Australia, Hong Kong, Greece, Belgium and Russia.

www.inchcape.com

 

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