Mitch Peden has accepted the role of managing director of Volvo Malaysia, part of the Volvo Trucks International group.

Peden started with the company as a regional sales manager, and went on to become the vice-president of marketing communications before taking on the role of vice-president of sales Volvo Trucks Australia and Oceania.

Volvo Group Australia president and CEO Peter Voorhoeve thanked Peden for his dedication and commitment to the group.

“It was great to have Mitch in our team. The Volvo results in the market show his professionalism and dedication. Malaysia is a lucky country.”

Peden assumes his new role 1 August 2018. His replacement is yet to be announced.