Sandvik Coromant appoints new sales director for the UK, Ireland and South Africa

Based in the UK, Mr Harbon brings extensive business knowledge and experience within the field of engineering, having held several senior roles within Sandvik group – latterly as global director of aerospace and oil & gas strategic accounts, Sandvik Coromant.

He assumes full responsibility for the leadership, development and execution of all aspects of the Sandvik Coromant UK, Ireland and South Africa sales activity through both direct and indirect sales channels.

Commenting on his appointment, he said: “I am very happy to be returning to Sandvik Coromant UK, Ireland and South Africa and looking forward to developing the business further as we continue as a successful, market leading business, a great place to work and a trusted supplier.

General manager, Sandvik Coromant North Europe, Marco Zwinkels added: “David Harbon has over 25 years’ experience within the Sandvik Group and comes with a successful background in sales, operations and strategic account management.

“He brings with him vast experience in the industry and the markets in which we operate. We are confident that David will continue to drive our organisation forward.”

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