Movers & shakers

Local News
- 1 Dec 2016 ( #798 )
1 min read
Worp
Worp
Geel, Belgium
Hyundai Heavy Industries Europe
has appointed Alain Worp as managing director.
Worp has been working for Hyundai for 13 years and has held a number of positions within the sales department, including director of construction equipment sales.
In the interim, Worp will fulfil both roles - managing director and sales director - CE.
Worp is succeeding J.C. Jung, who has returned to Korea.

Kong
Kong
The company has also announced the appointment of K.Y. Kong as the new COO of the Hyundai Construction Equipment division.
Kong's 30-year Hyundai career has included the roles of head of global forklift sales and head of production.
Kong has succeeded S.G. Rhee, who retired recently, leaving an impressive track record, having steered the company through challenging times amid a recessive economy in global markets like Brazil, Russia, China and many others.

Pharoah
Pharoah
Syracuse, NY, United States
Empire Crane Company
has promoted Katie Pharoah to sales manager.
Her primary focus will continue to be within the sales department, with the added responsibility of managing the sales team and strengthening customer relations.
Pharoah has worked at Empire Crane Company since 2007, when she started as a temporary receptionist before quickly moving into the sales department where she has continued to increase her responsibilities.
Movers & Shakers
Movers & Shakers 17 Jul 2025 - 2 min read
Movers & Shakers
Movers & Shakers 17 Apr 2025 - 1 min read
Movers & Shakers
Movers & Shakers 3 Apr 2025 - 2 min read
Previously about:
Hyundai builds new HQ in Belgium News Story - 21 Apr 2016 - Tessenderlo, Belgium - 2 min read
Double-digit sales growth for Asian manufacturers News Story - 13 Feb 2014 - Tokyo, Japan - 1 min read
Briefs News Story - 7 Nov 2013 - 2 min read
Do you have materials handling news? Submit your news here

“Over the years, your platform has played a key role in expanding our global presence — connecting us with industry professionals and promoting our advanced products, including our 50T electric forklift...Forkliftaction has helped us stay informed and competitive in a rapidly evolving market…”  - Bill Cai, Director, Overseas Division, Fujian Southchina Heavy Machinery Manufacture Co., Ltd

Thanks for your support! Read the full testimonial & more industry messages ♥ here.

Words of support …

Undoubtedly, peer experience plays a crucially important role in our industry and it is extremely valuable for us to be part of the platform, where industry professionals, as well as end users can discuss and learn more about the materials handling world.

Alexandra Artemova, Marketing Specialist

Are you recruiting? Find your ideal candidate among a diverse range of materials handling professionals:

Forkliftaction's JOB MARKET

“Over the years, your platform has played a key role in expanding our global presence — connecting us with industry professionals and promoting our advanced products, including our 50T electric forklift...Forkliftaction has helped us stay informed and competitive in a rapidly evolving market…”  - Bill Cai, Director, Overseas Division, Fujian Southchina Heavy Machinery Manufacture Co., Ltd

Thanks for your support! Read the full testimonial & more industry messages ♥ here.

Are you recruiting? Find your ideal candidate among a diverse range of materials handling professionals:

Forkliftaction's JOB MARKET

“Over the years, your platform has played a key role in expanding our global presence — connecting us with industry professionals and promoting our advanced products, including our 50T electric forklift...Forkliftaction has helped us stay informed and competitive in a rapidly evolving market…”  - Bill Cai, Director, Overseas Division, Fujian Southchina Heavy Machinery Manufacture Co., Ltd

Thanks for your support! Read the full testimonial & more industry messages ♥ here.