29.10.2009

Bardonaro takes over as CEO of Amquip

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania based crane rental company AmQuip, has promoted Frank Bardonaro, Jr to chief executive officer, taking over from Richard Bard who remains as chairman. Bardonaro was previously, president and chief operating officer.

On handing over the role Bard said: "On behalf of the Board of Managers, I’m pleased to announce that Frank will take sole charge of our day-to-day business, reporting directly to the Board. He has provided the leadership to manage AmQuip successfully through this recessionary downturn, and he has the support of our management team, customers and key suppliers as we move forward together.”

"I’m delighted to have the Board’s confidence in me and my management team," said Frank Bardonaro. "We will continue our strong commitment to our customers, by acquiring the best new equipment and expanding into new customer markets with our customers and through key regional acquisitions. I am committed to having AmQuip remain the leading provider of services in the crane rental industry and the leader in safety.”