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Martin Lindell Appointed New CEO of Hedin Automotive Switzerland
Hedin Automotive Switzerland, the country's second-largest BMW & MINI partner, is pleased to announce the appointment of Martin Lindell as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective May 2024. Martin Lindell joins Hedin Automotive Switzerland from his position as Director, Customer Journey for Mercedes-Benz passenger cars in Sweden and Denmark. He brings over two decades of automotive expertise within the Daimler Group to his new role, including a three year tenure as Market Manager at the Daimler headquarters in Stuttgart. Lindell began his career as a Business Controller and has since held various key positions within Mercedes-Benz.
- I am very pleased that Martin has accepted the role of CEO for Hedin Automotive Switzerland. His extensive experience in the automotive industry, combined with his strong leadership skills and strategic acumen, make him the perfect fit to lead our Swiss operations through its next phase of growth. I look forward to seeing Martin take our Hedin Automotive Switzerland to the next level, says Marcus Larsson, COO of Hedin Mobility Group.
- I am honored to be appointed as CEO and look forward to working with the talented team in Switzerland. Hedin is a company I know well from my time at Daimler, and I have great respect for what they stand for and for their achievements, says the incoming CEO.
- I look forward to meeting the team and to get to know the Swiss operation in depth. Together, we will further strengthen Hedin Automotive's position, drive innovation, and continue to deliver unique customer experiences. I believe that strong and long-lasting results are built on a foundation of trust, values, and a strong culture. Therefore, I will strive to be a visible, accessible, and communicative leader, Martin Lindell continues.
Lindell´s appointment marks an exciting new chapter for the company as it continues to solidify its position as a leader in the Swiss automotive market. The company has an outspoken ambition to grow further with BMW, MINI, INEOS and further car brands.
- With Martin, we are getting a highly skilled CEO in Switzerland. I know Martin personally and have full confidence in him. We must improve our operations continuously, and Martin will be able to lead this work in an excellent way, says Anders Hedin, owner and CEO of Hedin Mobility Group.
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About Hedin Mobility Group
Hedin Mobility Group is one of Europe's largest mobility providers, with more than 12,500 employees and operations in 14 countries. In 2023 the Group sold more than 228,000 vehicles.
Our operations consist of three main business areas:
- In Distribution, we are a significant importer/distributor of vehicles, spare parts, tires, rims and wheels as well as accessories on the European market. We are importer and/or distributor for BYD, Dodge and RAM, Ford and Ford F-150, Hongqi, INEOS Grenadier, MG as well as Renault, Dacia and Alpine. Within spare parts we are, among other things, an authorised partner for GM and Mopar in Europe as well as the exclusive global supplier of Saab Original parts.
- In Retail, we represent over 40 brands and provide a comprehensive offer – sales, financing, insurance, and aftermarket services – comprising new and used passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and trucks to both private and corporate customers. Sales take place both online and via a European dealer network comprising more than 300 own dealerships with a total of over 700 sales points under names such as Hedin Bil, Bavaria, Hedin Automotive, Motor-Car, Torpedo Gruppe, Stephen James, Delta Auto and Renova.
- In Mobility solutions, we address new user needs and sales models in the automotive industry by providing and developing innovative services. Through Carplus, Unifleet, MABI Mobility and Hedin Supercharge, users are offered various flexible and morden mobility solutions.
Hedin Mobility Group's operations also include Hedin IT, which provides the Group with high-end operations, support and digital development, as well as strategic investments in Lasingoo Sverige, Casi (formlerly Imove), and Mercedes-Benz Financial Services Slovakia.
Read more on www.hedinmobilitygroup.com
Part of Hedin Group
Hedin Mobility Group is part of the Hedin Group together with Hedin Construction and I.A. Hedin Fastighet AB. Hedin Group is also a partner in Consensus Asset Management and Ripam Invest AB, which owns Marstrands Kurhotell, Kurbadhus and Societetshus.
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