Dayco, a leading supplier of engine products and drive systems for the automotive, industrial, and aftermarket industries, has announced the appointment of Marco Meliga as its new Managing Director, EMEA Aftermarket. The appointment took effect on 1st September. Mr Meliga reports directly to Dayco’s Chief Executive Officer, Craig Frohock, and joins the Dayco Executive Leadership Team.
Mr Meliga brings extensive experience across both the original equipment and aftermarket sectors of the automotive industry. His career includes work in engineering, program management, and sales at Valeo, followed by 11 years with Meritor, where he progressed to Managing Director EMEA Aftermarket. Most recently, he served as CEO of the Algo Group, Managing Director of the Facet Group, and CEO of the Rototech Group.
Commenting on his appointment, Marco Meliga said: “I am delighted to join such a technologically advanced and well respected manufacturer, and look forward to building strong relationships within the Dayco family and with our valued partners.”
He expressed confidence in the division’s future: “Dayco EMEA Aftermarket delivered strong results over several years, a position that I believe, with the team of dedicated professionals that we have throughout the business, we can build on.”
Acknowledging the current industry shifts, he added: “Although the automotive industry, and subsequently the aftermarket, is going through significant change, which obviously present its challenges, I believe we have the talent and drive within the business to look at the future with great optimism and expectation. I therefore look forward to beginning the journey.”
Dayco, which has over 100 years of experience in drive systems, operates more than 30 locations in 20 countries.
More information on Dayco can be be found here.