The Road Haulage Association (RHA)has announced the appointment of Ray Engley as its new head of technical services.

Engley joined the RHA two years ago as public affairs manager following a long career within the haulage industry. He has extensive experience of truck and maintenance procurement and of managing day-to-day operations.

"I am both pleased and excited at the opportunity to take on the role of head of technical services particularly at this time of change within the association and the industry,” said Engley.

He will be based at the RHA's Weybridge office and begins his new role on Monday (17 August).