Narrow Aisle Ltd- manufacturer of the Flexi range of articulated forklift truck-based space-saving intralogistics solutions - has announced a major investment in its operation in the USA and Canada. To support this development they have appointed Steve Astbury as the company's new Head of Strategic Development.

With responsibility for the company's strategic development activities in a number of key markets, including delivery of sales, commercial and customer strategy, Steve becomes a key member of Narrow Aisle's marketing management team.

Steve joins Narrow Aisle from Translift Bendi - where he reached the position of sales and marketing director in a career spanning almost 20 years with that company. He has also held senior roles with Linde and BT Rolatruc.

Steve Astbury comments: "I am absolutely delighted to have joined Narrow Aisle Flexi at such an exciting time for the company and, indeed, the development of the entire intralogistics sector.

"Narrow Aisle's range of Flexi very narrow aisle warehouse trucks is renowned around the world for its space saving, operational efficiency and build quality."

"The Flexi brand's outstanding reputation and Narrow Aisle's dynamic growth plans proved a very compelling attraction, and I am looking forward to working with a great team to identify new growth opportunities and achieve substantial and sustainable growth across the intralogistics sector."

John Maguire, Managing Director of Narrow Aisle, commented: "Steve Astbury is an outstanding appointment for Narrow Aisle. He has joined our team at the perfect moment with extensive experience in the articulated VNA truck sector, he will be a tremendous asset and I know that he will help lead our business development and sales opportunities to new heights across the globe."