The CEA (Construction Equipment Association) has announced that Mark Ormond has stepped down from his position on the CEA Board following his departure from Manitou and his recent move to Avtron Power Solutions.
Mark joined the CEA board in 2019 while serving as Managing Director of Manitou UK. Over the past five years, he has played an active role in shaping the Association’s work, championing member benefits and ensuring that members’ voices were represented at the highest level. His contributions have been felt across strategy, finance, and the CEA’s manifesto, where his insight and support have helped guide the Association through a period of change and renewed focus.
During his time with the CEA, Mark has been closely involved in member forums and discussions with government and regulators around skills, sustainability, and productivity. His ability to bring experience from both the agricultural and construction machinery sectors has helped broaden the CEA’s thinking and ensured that the Association’s work reflects the diverse needs of its members.
Reflecting on Mark’s departure, CEA Chief Executive Viki Bell said:
“Mark has been a highly valued member of the CEA Board, and we are grateful for the energy and commitment he has given to the Association over the past five years. He has brought a wealth of knowledge to our manifesto development, financial planning, and member forums, where his ability to draw on both agricultural and construction perspectives has been especially valuable. On behalf of the CEA, I would like to thank Mark for his contribution to the Association and to our members. We wish him every success in his new role at Avtron Power Solutions and look forward to staying connected as he continues his career.”
Mark Ormond, Vice President for the Middle East and Asia-Pacific regions at Avtron Power Solutions, commented:
“I have thoroughly enjoyed working with the CEA board, team, and members, since joining member company Manitou UK in 2018. The CEA is a key provider of information, lobbying and advice to its members, and continues to adapt to reflect their changing needs. I congratulate the Board, CEO, and entire CEA team on the achievements made in recent years. For me, having moved to a new role outside of the construction sector, I need to focus 100% of my time with my new employer. I wish the CEA continued success in the future.”
Mark’s career has seen him hold senior leadership positions at Grimme, Lemken and SAME Deutz-Fahr before moving into construction equipment with Manitou, where he managed operations across Great Britain, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. At Avtron Power Solutions, he now takes on a fresh challenge, bringing his industry experience into the power solutions sector.
His departure from the CEA board marks the close of a chapter in which he has helped shape the Association’s work for its members, but his legacy will be felt in the strength of the policies, forums, and engagement he helped to build.
