The British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA), the UK trade association for the vehicle rental, leasing, and fleet management sector, has confirmed a series of governance reforms designed to improve transparency, strengthen member representation, and modernise its decision-making processes.

As reported by Broker News, the changes were approved by members at the association's Annual General Meeting, where a special resolution was passed to adopt new Articles of Association updating the BVRLA's structure.

Toby Poston, chief executive of the BVRLA, said: "These changes mark an important step forward for the Association. Our sector is evolving rapidly, and it is essential that the BVRLA's governance structure evolves with it. The new framework gives members a stronger voice, improves transparency and ensures we are better equipped to respond to the challenges and opportunities facing fleet, leasing and rental operators."

In keeping with the association's established cycle for appointing chairs and vice chairs, Ryan Johnson, senior vice president for Enterprise Mobility across UK and Ireland, has been confirmed as the BVRLA's new vice chair, with Johnson set to succeed current chair Lakshmi Moorthy in 2027.

Johnson said: "The BVRLA plays a critical role in representing the interests of our sector during a period of significant change. Our membership is strongest when the rental and leasing sectors work together effectively and I am pleased to take on the role of Vice Chair. I look forward to working with the Board, committees and wider membership to represent BVRLA members and champion collaboration across the association."

Further committee updates include the appointment of Matt Rumble, CEO at Kinto UK, as chair of the Leasing and Fleet Management Committee, which guides the association's work on policy, operational standards, and member engagement.

The revised governance structure sits alongside the BVRLA's existing Commercial Vehicle, Rental, and Leasing Broker committees, with the new arrangements designed to enable faster, more transparent decision-making and greater member participation across all sectors the association represents.

The reforms position the BVRLA to respond more effectively to the pace of regulatory and market change affecting fleet, leasing, and rental operators across the UK.

Access the full details of the BVRLA's governance reforms and leadership appointments.