Shift from cars to logistics

MOVE Logistics Group has appointed Paul Millward as its interim chief executive officer, effective from September 4. 

The company says Millward, pictured, has a proven ability to successfully lead businesses through periods of change. 
It notes he most recently was chief executive officer of 2 Cheap Cars, which he helped transform into the leading NZX market performer in 2023 before resigning in April this year. 

Before that, he held sales leadership, finance and executive roles across several sectors in New Zealand and offshore, including 12 years at DB Breweries Ltd (Heineken NZ). 

Julia Raue, chair of MOVE, says: “We are pleased to be welcoming Paul to the MOVE team. He has an impressive track record of delivering results and his leadership and passion for talent will be valued as we move at pace to reshape and streamline the business, adapting it for current market conditions, and making MOVE more efficient and fit for the future. 

“Paul will provide strong leadership for MOVE as we accelerate our turnaround plans, following a period of disappointing financial performance in challenging economic conditions.”

Raue adds the board looks forward to working with Millward and the leadership team as it focuses on improving the group’s financial performance and delivering value to shareholders, “while continuing to provide great service to our customers”. 

Craig Evans has been MOVE’s chief executive officer since February 2023 and, to ensure an orderly transition, will remain available to support Millward and the business as required. 

“The board appreciates the contribution Craig has made as CEO and his availability to support Paul in the coming months,” says Raue. 

“Recruitment of a permanent CEO has been paused while the turnaround programme is under way.”