Rapid Power Generation appoints new MD in leadership restructure

John Pickering, previously operations executive at Rapid International, has been appointed as managing director.

Due to continued growth and expansion, Rapid Power Generation has undertaken a leadership restructure and appointed John Pickering, as managing director. 

He joins Rapid Power Generation from its parent company, Rapid International Ltd, where he held the positions of export sales manager and operations executive, since 2013.

John (pictured), will oversee Rapid Power Generation’s operations and lead a newly appointed team of key personnel including, technical management, engine diagnostics and an expanded electrical panel team.

Mark Lappin, Managing Director at Rapid International, said, “It’s a pleasure to have John move across to Rapid Power Generation as our new managing director."

"With in excess of 10 years experience leading operations and export sales at Rapid, I’m confident John has the perfect mix of experience and ambition to see us through this important period of expansion."

“I wish John and the rest of the team the best of luck in their new roles and on delivering our ambitious growth plans."

John remarked, “I’m pleased to be taking on a new role within Rapid Power Generation and look forward to leading the team through an exciting period of growth.”

“I would like to reassure our customers and dealer partners that we will continue to deliver the same high levels of service and support throughout the restructuring period.”

“My father, Bertie Pickering, co-founded Rapid International in 1969 and it’s a privilege to continue his legacy at Rapid.”