CD Auction Group has appointed Graham Howes as its commercial director.

Before joining CD Auction Group, Howes was Sales Director (Automotive) of Copart UK and he has extensive experience in vehicle remarketing and fleet support as a former Commercial Director of both SMA Vehicle Remarketing and Paragon Automotive. He is also a director of the Vehicle Remarketing Association.

CD Auction Group managing director Andy Brown said: 'Graham has great experience in the sector and we are delighted to have him on board. He will be a very good addition to the team as we seek to build on the success of the last two years, doubling our sales volumes and rapidly expanding our vendor and buyer base.

'While we continue to grow and develop new products, it's also important that we maintain the high quality, personal service to our existing customers that underpins our success'

Graham Howes said: 'I'm looking forward to this new challenge. CD Auction Group is one of the leading online vehicle remarketing and fleet support companies in the sector and it's great to be joining at this exciting time in its development'