Transense Technologies plc, a developer of specialist wireless sensor systems and measurement solutions, has named Kevin Hennelly as the Sales Director for its Translogik business unit. This strategic appointment aims to drive growth and leverage Hennelly's extensive 15-year expertise in the commercial vehicle fleet telematics industry.
Hennelly's background includes pivotal roles at Teletrac Navman, a global telematics business, and UK-based fleet technology specialist Lightfoot, where he contributed significantly to delivering rapid growth over a five-year tenure.
The Translogik business unit focuses on tyre inspection tools, catering to leading tyre suppliers, service centres, and vehicle fleet operators. These tools facilitate the digital capture of safety-critical tyre inspection data, enabling efficient tyre inventory management and installation.
Nigel Rogers, Executive Chairman of Transense Technologies plc, expressed confidence in Hennelly's appointment, citing his proven success in managing major accounts and fostering robust relationships with blue-chip vehicle fleet operators. Rogers highlighted the company's excitement regarding future growth prospects with Hennelly on board.
In response to his appointment, Kevin Hennelly articulated the significance of effective tyre management and data capture in enhancing compliance, reducing costs, and mitigating environmental impact. He emphasized the role of improved management in reducing harmful emissions associated with tyre production and usage, while also enhancing road safety by addressing issues related to defective tyres, a leading cause of road accidents.
The current industry landscape, marked by European laws mandating tyre pressure monitoring systems in trucks and trailers, along with stringent safety regulations for commercial vehicles globally, presents an opportune moment for Translogik's expansion. The company aims to introduce new products and services to augment the reach of its market-leading TLGX tyre inspection range while strengthening relationships with existing customers.
Hennelly's recruitment forms part of a broader expansion initiative at Transense Technologies plc, which has seen the addition of six new team members to bolster engineering, administration, and marketing functions for the year 2024.
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