TVH names new CEO

TVH has announced that it will have a new CEO from September, with the aim of taking the company into ‘its next chapter of global growth’.

Giuliano Parodi will take over the role on 1 September, bringing with him nearly 25 years of experience in the industrial equipment and automotive sectors.

TVH’s new CEO Giuliano Parodi. (Image: TVH).

Under the new mangament, the company’s current executive chairman of the board Patrick Lecluyse will oversee a transitin period with Parodi before returning to his role as chairman of the group.

Parodi was most recently group chief strategy officer and member of the board of directors at Yanmar. The company said he played a key part in shaping the strategic direction of Yanmar, which has an annual revenue of approximately $8 billion, and oversaw its regional operations outside Japan. 

Previously, he served as CEO and chairman of Yanmar Compact Equipment, with its $1.5 billion revenue and operations across Japan, Europe and North America.

Earlier in his career, Giuliano held senior leadership roles at Bobcat Company - Doosan Group, and Fiat Group. “Throughout his career, he has successfully led international growth, business transformation, and operational scaling, with a strong focus on aftermarket, customer solutions, and value creation,” said TVH. 

International experience 

Having lived and worked across multiple countries, including nearly two decades in Belgium, he brings both a global perspective and strong local connection, added the company, which is also based in Belgium. 

“I am very proud to join TVH at such an exciting moment in its journey,” said Parodi. “TVH has built a unique position globally, combining strong customer relationships, deep product expertise and an entrepreneurial culture. I look forward to working with the team to define the next phase of growth, with a clear focus on customers, execution and long-term value creation.”

Patrick Lecluyse, Executive Chairman of TVH, added, “We are very happy to welcome Giuliano to TVH. He is a leader who builds trust and understands our business deeply. We are confident that his experience and vision will help us grow even stronger in the years to come.”