Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation Names New President and CEO
With over 25 years of experience in the transportation industry, Kevin Bangston is well-prepared to lead FCCC into its next era of business.
In his new role, Kevin Bangston will oversee both the FCCC and TBB teams. He will be responsible for setting the strategic vision, overseeing operations, and driving growth across key business areas of DTNA's Specialty Vehicles division.
Photo: FCCC | Work Truck
Daimler Truck North America LLC (DTNA) announced Kevin Bangston's appointment as President and CEO of Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC).
In addition to his current role as the President and CEO of Thomas Built Buses (TBB), Bangston will be responsible for FCCC effective May 3, 2024. He will replace Jeff Sather, who has been serving at DTNA for the past 23 years and is retiring.
Who is Kevin Bangston?
With over 25 years of experience in the transportation industry, Bangston is well-prepared to lead FCCC into its next era of business.
He joined DTNA in 2001 and worked in corporate finance before moving on to international leadership positions in Germany, Southeast Asia, and Japan. After returning in 2019, he served as the General Manager of Distribution Network Development, and since June 2021, he has been serving in his current role at TBB.
Kevin Bangston's leadership at Thomas Built Buses has been marked by exceptional adaptability and growth in the electric vehicle market. A testament to this is the recent announcement of the delivery of their 1,000th all-electric Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley school bus.
In his new role, Kevin Bangston will oversee both the FCCC and TBB teams. He will be responsible for setting the strategic vision, overseeing operations, and driving growth across key business areas of DTNA's Specialty Vehicles division. This division includes recreational vehicles, walk-in vans, delivery vehicles, as well as commercial, shuttle, and school buses.
Jeff Allen, Senior Vice President of Operations and Specialty Vehicles at DTNA, stated, "Building a legacy of innovation requires a commitment to shared organizational goals. Kevin's extensive experience in the industry, both within DTNA and outside, will enable him to leverage the strengths of the two companies to promote innovation and growth further while keeping the customer at the center of focus."
John O'Leary, President and CEO of DTNA, expressed his confidence in Kevin Bangston's leadership, stating, "Combining FCCC's and TBB's leadership presents an opportunity for these exceptionally strong businesses to capitalize on synergies. Kevin is an impactful leader, and we look forward to the role he will play in elevating both companies and driving our vision of leading in sustainable transportation."
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