Lawson has been in the commercial vehicle industry for 20 years. Credit: H_Ko / Shutterstock.

Commercial vehicle distributer Harris Group has named Andrew Lawson as the managing director for its Harris Maxus UK division.

This move is part of a broader initiative to enhance company operations, including internalising marketing functions across its Irish and UK branches and appointing a new legal counsel.

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He will report to Harris Group managing director Brian Patterson.

With 20 years of experience in the commercial vehicle industry, Lawson’s previous positions include sales director at Mercedes-Benz UK and director of fleet at Mercedes-Benz USA.

Harris Group managing director Brian Patterson said: “Our commitment to strengthening Harris Group’s foundations and positioning the company for a dynamic future is deeply rooted in our history and vision.

“Since Pino founded the company in 1961, we’ve grown into a market leader across Ireland, the UK and Malta. With these strategic changes, we are confident of driving growth while continuing to deliver the exceptional sales experience, customer focus and after-sales service that has been a hallmark of Harris Group for over 60 years.”

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Tasked with spearheading growth initiatives, Lawson will also support the dealer network and lead a UK-based dedicated team for Harris Maxus.

Lawson’s expertise in developing fleet strategies and his established relationships with franchise dealers and global clients are expected to drive the company’s ongoing success.

Furthermore, his role is said to be crucial in advancing Harris Group’s commitment to innovation within the electric vehicle sector.