Yamaha will participate in EICMA
As the motorcycle industry worldwide continues to watch the COVID situation in Italy ( especially ), hoping that nothing will derail this year ' s
EICMA ( Milan , November 23 - 28 ), a slew of good news about preparations for the show includes confirmation by both Yamaha and MV Agusta that they are planning to exhibit . Yamaha Motor Europe says it made this decision " thanks to the positive progression of the international and national vaccination programmes and the steady easing of the restrictive measures against COVID- 19 in Europe , and Italy in particular . " The expectation is that by the end of November visiting large exhibitions will be possible again . Preventive safety measures to contain COVID-19 will still be implemented , in cooperation with the EICMA organisation , to secure a pleasant and safe visit to the show . In that respect , the size of the Yamaha stand will be enlarged in comparison to 2019 to allow visitors more personal space ". Eric de Seynes , President and CEO of Yamaha Motor Europe N . V ., is quoted
LeMans appoints Langley
Fred Fox founded LeMans in the basement of his house in 1967 and since then has dedicated his life to building LeMans into a leading global powersports distribution company with 1,100 + employees and eight warehouses . Indeed , Fred ' s drive and determination has done much to shape the parts and accessory aftermarket we have today , and his leadership and the team he has built have made major contributions to the businesses his company buys from and sells to . However , on reaching 85 years of age , Fred has decided to slow down a little in the new role of Chairman Emeritus . Paul Langley has been named Chairman of LeMans . " I have enjoyed a strong partnership with LeMans for the past twenty plus years and know that LeMans is one of the most successful and well managed companies in our industry ," said Paul . " I am honoured to serve as Chairman , which is a privilege I must earn each day forward . " There will be a steep learning curve , new problems to solve , and I look forward to working as saying : " The decision to attend EICMA was not an easy one to make for obvious reasons . However , after having observed the trend related to the evolution of COVID-19 and being reassured by the EICMA organisation that we can provide a safe environment for all visitors , we believe it is the right decision to support the return of such an event . " With arguably the largest international reach , EICMA has great significance for our industry , being a unique moment and place where the motorcycle community can come together to feel the reaction from media and customers to the new products , keeping the connection with them alive and providing inspiration towards future trends . While we have yet to return to what most of us consider normality , this year ' s event provides the first opportunity for enthusiasts to come together and be connected again physically , rather than virtually ." For MV Agusta , CEO Timur Sardarov
with familiar and new faces in our electrifying industry . Having Fred close by affords me the benefit of tapping into his wisdom on a regular basis ". LeMans is the parent company of Parts Unlimited , Drag Specialties , Parts Canada and Parts Europe . Paul is no stranger to senior powersports industry management roles ,
is quoted as saying : " For MV Agusta , the Milan show is a regular date that cannot be missed " CEO Mariano Roman has also confirmed his intention to exhibit the Fantic and Motor Minarelli product lines : " The synergy that we will have meeting at the Milan show will be a message of very great value ."
having successfully served in leadership roles with S & S Cycle , Vance & Hines and Dynojet .