Ingimex takes Citroen on ‘show and tell’ drive around Britain

Getting product in front of dealers makes all the difference, according to Ingimex Area Sales Manager, Tony Brown, as he embarks on his second ‘show and tell’ drive around Britain. Taking the company’s new Thor dropside body on a Citroen Relay, Tony is promoting Citroen’s ‘Ready to Run’ programme, which allows customers to specify body conversions that are fitted during vehicle manufacture.

New Thor dropside set to boost 2008 sales for Ingimex

Sales of the latest Thor dropside, which went into production in October 2007, are up on forecast, with Ingimex anticipating further growth in the UK and Europe during 2008.

Large investment paves way for European expansion

A capital investment of more than half million pounds in new manufacturing equipment is a sign of confidence in the European vehicle conversion market, according to Telford-based Ingimex.

Launching of the Spanish website

Ingimex publishes its website in Spanish.

Success for Ingimex at the Solutrans Show

Last month, Ingimex took part in the Solutrans show for the 1st time. The event was a large success that has generated a large number of good quality contacts.

New, improved Thor dropside launched at CV Show

A new, improved Thor dropside is being launched by body manufacturer Ingimex at this year’s CV Show. The Thor dropside is specified by Citroen, Iveco, Renault Trucks, Vauxhall and Volkswagen for their core conversion programmes in the 3.5 tonne chassis class. It is also available in a variety of sizes for aftersales conversions on light commercial vehicles from Mercedes, Mitsubishi, Nissan and Renault.

Profile: Gay Russell

Gay Russell is not your typical bodybuilder. Although she trains six days a week and loves keeping fit with karate, Gay would rather be talking to engineers, truck drivers, manufacturers and dealers about the finer details of commercial vehicle bodies.

2006 ‘year of facelifts’ for Telford vehicle body manufacturer Ingimex

New Euro 4 regulations, which came into force this year for diesel trucks and buses, have bumped up orders for re-designed vehicle bodies from Telford manufacturer Ingimex.

Two senior appointments mark start of European expansion

A long-term strategy to enter the 3.5 tonne LCV body conversion market in Europe sees Telford-based manufacturer Ingimex make two senior appointments. Export Manager Franck Potron joins Ingimex from French manufacturer Thiriet, and senior buyer Mick Tart joins from Hager.

Renault Trucks announces its new quick delivery programme

Renault Trucks has chosen body manufacturer Ingimex for its new quick delivery programme, which will see the company’s Thor dropside and Titan tipper fitted in pipeline to the Renault Master 3.5 tonne chassis.

New Ford Transit with strengthened Box Van launched at CV Show 2006

Body strength and load securing options have been improved on the box van bodies manufactured by Ingimex as part of Ford’s ‘One Stop’ conversion programme.

White Van Man’ goes green at CV Show 2006

A technology and engineering alliance between three UK-based companies has created a demonstrator vehicle designed to project the advantages of hybrid technology to the operators of Britain’s light commercial “white van” fleets.

Test rig investment set to reap rewards for Ingimex

The decision to invest in £70,000 worth of testing equipment is part of a wider strategy to take Ingimex into Europe within the next three years.

Sponsoring talented students proves a sound investment for Ingimex

With top engineering talent increasingly difficult to find, vehicle body manufacturer Ingimex Ltd has taken the long view by investing successfully in university training. Technical Director Jeremy Gallen says the business benefits are tangible.

Ingimex collaborates with Vauxhall to send flat-pack kits direct to Zeebrugge

A new manufacturing arrangement with Vauxhall sees Ingimex sending flat-pack kits of its Titan tipper and F2 dropside conversions directly to Zeebrugge for assembly at Vauxhall’s conversion centre.

New, improved features for Thor dropside and Titan tipper shown at SALTEX 2005

Enhancements to the Ingimex range of Thor dropside and Titan tipper bodies will be on show at SALTEX 2005.

Faster, more cost-effective installation for Hiab crane launched for Ford One-Stop programme

A faster, more cost-effective installation for the Hiab 013T crane is available this year from body manufacturers Ingimex for the Ford One-Stop programme.

Apprenticeship schemes an Ingimex first

Staff at body manufacturer Ingimex are being given a new opportunity to ‘climb the ladder’ through apprenticeship schemes, introduced for the first time this year.

Suppliers in the spotlight as Ingimex drives for continuous improvement

Two new supplier development programmes are being introduced by Ingimex as part of the manufacturer’s drive for continuous improvement.

Ingimex Named 'Best LCV Body Builder 2005' By ITM

Managing Director Justin Gallen said the award underlines the company’s commitment to engineering and manufacturing excellence and is a tribute to the skills of its dedicated workforce.

New bolt-on accessories from Ingimex add value to Ford ‘One Stop’ programme

New bolt-on accessories are being introduced by Ingimex to add value to the Ford ‘One Stop’ programme. They include a unique ‘fit while you wait service’ for Ford ‘One Stop’ tail lift installations, and new tow bar kit designed with Witter for Ford ‘One Stop’ dropside conversion.

Ingimex interchangeable cage kit new for CV Show 2005

A new interchangeable cage kit for the 3.5 tonne chassis cab market is being launched by body manufacturer Ingimex at CV Show 2005. Designed for light, high-volume loose loads, the cage kit breaks down into four main subassemblies and is interchangeable with any base Titan Tipper conversion at 3.5 tonnes.