Two new appointments have been made at motor industry technology specialist Epyx.

Brian Franklin has been appointed as business development executive for 1link Service Network, working on Epyx’s new e-procurement product. He has an extensive background in the motor industry, having completed a Modern Apprenticeship with Vauxhall before working at Sytner BMW, most recently as a senior advisor.

Epyx specialises in IT solutions for the automotive sector. Its best-known products are the 1link e-commerce platforms.

Also, Alastair Fairbairn has become network development executive for 1link Service Network, working on research and administration. He has previously worked in retail.