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Ford Australia Appoints Murray Naismith As Chief Financial Officer

PRIVATEAug 18, 2026•about 3 hours ago

Position

Chief Financial Officer

Company

Ford Australia

Murray Naismith
MelbourneManufacturingAutomotive

Description

Ford Australia has appointed Murray Naismith as Chief Financial Officer for Australia and New Zealand, marking a return to Ford for the experienced automotive finance and business leader. Naismith brings more than three decades of experience in finance and executive leadership.

Company Information

Company

Ford Australia

Location

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

About

Ford Australia, founded in Geelong, Victoria, in 1925, is a subsidiary of Ford Motor Company and serves as an important product development hub within Ford’s global operations. Its Australian engineering and design teams contribute to the development of vehicles including the Ford Ranger pickup and Ford Everest SUV, which are sold across international markets.

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