11 Oct 2026
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FLP appoints Hoare to ‘Ultimate’ business post

The FLP Group has appointed Ainsley Hoare to the newly created post of business development manager for the firm’s Ultimate repair system.

FLP said Hoare (pictured) will work closely with distributors, bodyshops, and smart repairers to enhance the final systems Ultimate brand and make the products easily accessible to painters across the automotive repair industry.

Hoare brings with him a wealth of business development and automotive paint sales experience, FLP said.

MD Lawrie Hoare said: “Ainsley is an excellent addition to our team and brings an excellent range of skills and experience.

“With his connections with bodyshops and smart repairers he is ideal to be leading the development of our final systems Ultimate repair system.”