The SMMT Communications and International Department manages the Society’s external communications activities, working with our members and key stakeholders to promote UK automotive domestically and internationally. SMMT Communications and International also manages key industry events such as the Commercial Vehicle Show, the International Automotive Summit, SMMT Test Day, SMMT Connected and the SMMT Annual Dinner.
The communications team handle press requests for interviews, filming and comments on industry issues, as well as providing information and data about the UK’s automotive industry.
The international team ensures that UK automotive companies make the most of international business opportunities, by organising UK representation at key automotive trade shows and exhibitions around the world. For more information, e-mail the international team.
For press enquiries please e-mail the SMMT Press Office.
Media Team
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Emma ButcherHead of Communications (maternity leave) Call Emma 07880 191825 E-mail Emma |
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Karen ParryActing Head of Communications (maternity cover from Jan 2021) Call Karen 07708 480889 E-mail Karen |
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James BoleySenior Communications Manager Call James 07927 668565 E-mail James |
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Paul LargeSenior Digital & Brand Manager Call Paul 020 7344 9206 E-mail Paul |
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Paul MauerhoffSenior Media Manager Call Paul 020 7344 9233 E-mail Paul |
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Aleona KrechetovaSenior Press Officer Call Aleona 020 7344 9215 E-mail Aleona |
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Daniel ZealanderPress Officer Call Daniel 020 7344 1667 E-mail Daniel |
Events & Communications Team
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Anna FarnellSenior Events and Communications Manager Call Anna 020 7344 1632 E-mail Anna |
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Julia Lo Presti VenturaEvents and Communications Project Manager Call Julia 020 7344 9229 E-mail Julia |
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Claire BalchEvents Manager Call Claire 020 7344 1636 E-mail Claire |
International Team
Ruta Aisthorpe
Head of International and Events
Matt Smith
Senior International Manager
Frances Woodman
International Manager
Pamela Mathers
Departmental Project Administrator