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GILTRAP Group Appoints Steve Kenchington as Chief Executive Officer

PRIVATENov 12, 2024

Position

Chief Executive Officer

Company

Giltrap Group

Steve Kenchington
AucklandAutomotiveMotor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

GILTRAP Group has appointed Steve Kenchington as the chief executive officer, effective February 2025. Mr. Kenchington, a 27-year veteran in the automotive industry, will be in charge of leading the company's 1000-strong team and driving the group to maintain its leadership in the automotive industry.

Quick answer

GILTRAP Group Appoints Steve Kenchington as Chief Executive Officer (November 12, 2024). Giltrap Group is based in Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand.

Who is the new Chief Executive Officer at Giltrap Group?
Giltrap Group named Steve Kenchington Chief Executive Officer, announced November 12, 2024.
What did Giltrap Group announce on November 12, 2024?
GILTRAP Group has appointed Steve Kenchington as the chief executive officer, effective February 2025. Mr. Kenchington, a 27-year veteran in the automotive industry, will be in charge of leading the company's 1000-strong team and driving the group to maintain its leadership in the automotive industry.
What does Giltrap Group do?
The Giltrap Group is a proudly New Zealand, family owned business specialising in everything motoring, and has over 50 years’ knowledge and experience in the industry.
Where is Giltrap Group based?
Giltrap Group is based in Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand.
Which similar companies made leadership changes around the same time?
Hyundai Motor Group (November 15, 2024), Mahindra First Choice Wheels Ltd (October 7, 2024) and Group 1 Automotive (October 1, 2024) also announced leadership changes within 45 days of Giltrap Group.

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Company Information

Company

Giltrap Group

Location

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

About

The Giltrap Group is a proudly New Zealand, family owned business specialising in everything motoring, and has over 50 years’ knowledge and experience in the industry. We represent 16 brands across twelve dealerships at a retail level. We specialise in new and used car sales, parts and servicing of our brands, and take pride in delighting customers with New Zealand's best customer service. Our goal is to be the best in everything we do, and our core values are centred on satisfying our customers. Therefore, from first point of contact, to purchase, service and events, our aim is to delight you.

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