Movers & Shakers

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- 9 Apr 2026 ( #1276 )
1 min read
Jason Morgan
Jason Morgan

Jason Morgan

Noblelift North America - United States

Noblelift North America, a manufacturer and supplier of materials handling equipment and logistics solutions, has appointed Jason Morgan as its director of aftermarket.

Having joined Noblelift in December 2025, Morgan previously held sales-focused positions at JCB North America, as well as Hyundai Materials Handling and others.

In his new role, he will focus on further improving the company’s aftermarket operations and ensuring its dealer network has the tools, training, and support needed to thrive in the competitive North American materials handling market.

Having opened its new North American Tech Centre in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in October 2025, Noblelift North America says it is looking to bolster its market position.

Ockerd Van Der Merwe

Taylor Machine Works - United States

Ockerd Van Der Merwe
Ockerd Van Der Merwe

Taylor Machine Works, a manufacturer and supplier of heavy-lift forklifts, reach stackers, container handling solutions, and specialised industrial equipment, has named Ockerd Van Der Merwe as its sales manager of Texas.

The company says Van Der Merwe’s comprehensive understanding of its products, clients, and internal teams uniquely equips him to lead and expand its Texas business.

A family-owned company based in the state of Mississippi, Taylor Machine Works has a presence across United States.

With a sales and service footprint that extends to the Americas, Africa, and South East Asia, the company is also currently expanding into the Middle East.

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