New boss revealed for Mercedes-Benz Vans UK

Iain Forsyth will become the new managing director of Mercedes-Benz Vans UK on March 1, 2025.

Following his promotion, Forsyth, who has worked with Mercedes in North America for more than a decade, will be responsible for the strategic development of the van business in the UK, as well as the digitalisation of key value streams.

The UK is one of Mercedes's most important van markets in Europe. Mercedes-Benz Vans UK has a nationwide dealer network of 110 sites, some of which have recently changed hands with the sale of Motus Truck and Van, the Mercedes-Benz Truck and Van division of the AM100's Motus Group (UK), to RCM Saga.

In March Forsyth will take over from Robert Veit, who has managed the UK national sales company since May 2021.

Forsyth is currently the director of vans – marketing, product management & upfitter management – at Mercedes-Benz USA. In this position, he oversees critical aspects of the brand’s van business, including product strategy, marketing initiatives and partnerships.

He joined Mercedes-Benz USA in 2020 as senior manager of strategic fleet, having previously held various leadership roles at Mercedes-Benz Canada – where he demonstrated expertise in both the Passenger Car and Vans divisions.

Prior to joining Mercedes-Benz Canada in 2011, Forsyth held numerous positions at other global automotive organisations – working across marketing, sales planning, incentives and product management.

Klaus Rehkugler, head of sales & marketing at Mercedes-Benz Vans said: “We’re really looking forward to welcoming Iain to the UK team. His strategic mindset, collaborative approach, and deep understanding of the automotive industry position him perfectly to lead Mercedes-Benz Vans UK to continued success in the competitive commercial vehicle market.”

Forsyth added: “Robert and the team have done an excellent job in the UK, and I want to continue that success.

“I’ve learnt a lot from my time working in the North American market, and I’m looking forward to using that experience to drive exceptional results over here. I can’t wait to get started.”