Sunbelt Rentals UK and Ireland announces Phil Parker as CEO effective immediately

Sunbelt Rentals, the UK’s largest equipment rental company, confirms the following senior organisational change. Phil Parker will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective immediately, in accordance with the previously communicated leadership succession plan.

In his new role as CEO, Phil will continue to build upon the strong foundation established by Andy Wright, who the company thank for his exceptional leadership and progressive approach under his five-year tenure. Under his direction, they experienced significant growth, and transformation, successfully uniting 26 businesses into one Sunbelt Rentals and positioning Sunbelt Rentals as a market leader.

Phil is committed to upholding the success of the business through Sunbelt 4.0, ensuring that the company is equipped for success for the next five years. With a focus on the wellbeing of their people, Phil will focus on strengthening their shared purpose and reinforce the values of teamwork, action, and innovation. Phil is dedicated to prioritising the customer’s needs and putting them at front and centre of everything the company do.

Phil, along with his entire executive leadership team, looks forward to supporting the business in FY25 and beyond, as they embark on the next phase of their journey, Sunbelt 4.0.