Duncan Metcalfe has been named as the new chair of the 1link Disposal Network Customer Forum, representing users of epyx’s vehicle disposal platform for major fleets.

The customer forum works independently of epyx. Its purpose is to exchange best practice ideas and direct future product development.

Metcalfe is a longstanding user of the platform. He currently holds the post of head of remarketing at Alphabet, having previously fulfilled similar roles at CW Lease UK and HSBC Vehicle Finance.

Gemma Cooper, an existing member of the customer forum, has also been appointed as the deputy chair.

She works for Leasedrive (UK), holding the position of vehicle remarketing administration manager.