Mercedes-Benz Vans U.K. appoints new Managing Director

Mercedes-Benz has announced the appointment of Iain Forsyth as the new Managing Director of Mercedes-Benz Vans U.K., a role that he will assume from 1 March 2025 onwards.

In his new position, Forsyth will be responsible for the strategic development of the van business in the U.K., as well as the digitalisation of key value streams. He will be taking over from Robert Veit, who has held the role since May 2021.

Currently, Forsyth is the Director of Vans - Marketing, Product Management & Upfitter Management - at Mercedes-Benz U.S.A, a position he has held since 2020. In this capacity, he has overseen critical aspects of the brand's van business, including product strategy, marketing initiative and partnerships.