Briggs Equipment U.K. has named Chris Meinecke chief operating officer. Meinecke joins Briggs’ U.K. division after working with Briggs Equipment in the United States for 18 years. Meinecke is based at Briggs’ national headquarters in Cannock, Staffordshire.

“Briggs is in a uniquely strong position in the U.K. market,” said Meinecke.

Briggs Equipment U.K. provides a wide range of rental equipment, particularly in the material handling area. It is the sole U.K. distributor of Cat Lift Trucks.