CD Auction Group has appointed Graham Howes (pictured) as its new commercial director.

Prior to joining CD Auction Group, Howes was sales director (automotive) of Copart UK and he has previous 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.

Andy Brown, CD Auction Group managing director, said: "Graham has great experience in the sector. 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."