ADESA Remarketing has appointed former Cap HPI Black Book senior editor James Dower as its new head of business development.

The remarketing specialist said that its appointment of Dower, who has more than 20 years motor industry experience including eight years in dealer operations and 16 years in vehicle remarketing, was “a sign of its continuing success and growth in the UK market”.

Jonathan Holland, ADESA Remarketing Limited managing director, said: “This key appointment is pivotal as we grow our presence in the UK market as the leading online remarketing provider.

“James’s extensive dealer and remarketing experience and knowledge strengthens further ADESA’s capability as we embark on the next stage of growth strategy.

“James will report directly to me and joins our senior leadership team. His role will include identifying new opportunities with OEMs and leasing companies.”

ADESA UPSTREAM provides dealers with a reliable source of quality stock with a mix of age, mileage and specification. 

The technology is built on a mobile app platform which allows dealers to take part in multiple daily online auctions.