Nissan GB has named Bryan Curtis, an experienced and well-respected figure in the UK automotive industry, as its new Fleet Director.

Curtis replaces Marco Capozzoli, who has left the business to pursue other opportunities, and takes up his new role after a successful spell as Nissan’s National Sales Performance Manager. He will report directly to Sales Director Michael Auliar.

Announcing the appointment, Nissan stated that Curtiss brings an impressive track record to his role, his automotive career spanning OEM, retail and consultancy environments, during which he has highly developed leadership and business development skills.

He also has a thorough and extensive knowledge of Nissan’s sales operation in the UK which Auliar believes will be sure to stand him in good stead moving forward.

‘‘We would like to thank Bryan for his exceptional leadership of the Sales Performance Management team over the past three-and-a-half years,”  Auliar said. “During this time, he and the team have dealt capably with a wide range of external conditions and challenges. We wish him every success in his new role.’’

Curtis is delighted to be taking on his new role at what he describes as exciting times for the brand, particularly with its roll-out of new electrified vehicles. “We have a long and proud record in the development and manufacture of EVs, stretching back to the launch of LEAF, the first mass-market electric car, almost 15 years ago, and we are investing £3bn in three new models, battery production and infrastructure here in the UK,” he said.

‘This means we have the experience and expertise necessary to help businesses and public sector organisations who are looking to cut their carbon footprints and transition to zero-emission fleets. I look forward to this exciting challenge and will work tirelessly to help our customers embrace the electrified era.’’