Jaguar Land Rover announced that Bob Grace, Regional Director, Jaguar Land Rover Europe, has stated his intention to leave the business at the end of August 2018.

Grace leaves having served the company with distinction for 33 years.  He has held several senior sales and marketing positions internationally including UK, Central America, South America, China and Europe.   

Felix Brautigam, Chief Commercial Officer, Jaguar Land Rover, commented: “Bob has worked for Jaguar Land Rover for over three decades, with the last eight years being spent in Europe and China.  In 2010, he established our successful commercial business in China and in 2015 was awarded an OBE for his service to the industry and in promoting Sino-British trade.  I would like to take the opportunity to thank Bob for his dedication and significant contribution to the company.”

Replacing Grace from within the Jaguar Land Rover organisation is Dmitry Kolchanov. 

Kolchanov joined Jaguar Land Rover in 2001 and became Managing Director, Russia in 2005.  He has held the position of Regional Director of the Overseas organisation since 2010.  During this period he has overseen the growth of Jaguar Land Rover’s business across a diverse range of markets around the world.  This has included establishing new national sales companies and regional offices as well as supporting the expansion of vehicle manufacturing in India and Brazil. 

Felix Brautigam, Chief Commercial Officer, Jaguar Land Rover, added: “Dmitry Kolchanov will bring the extensive operational experience required to further develop our European business.  His appointment further demonstrates the strength and depth of talent within our leadership team.”