The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has announced the appointment of two new directors to its board, following the 2025 Annual General Meeting held on May 21 2025.
Honda Australia director Robert Thorp (pictured above) and Renault Australia managing director Glen Sealey (pictured below) have joined the FCAI Board.
Nissan Oceania vice-president and managing director Andrew Humberstone, a current director, has been appointed treasurer.
Returning directors, including chair Vinesh Bhindi (Mazda Australia managing director), and deputy chairs Matthew Callachor (Toyota Motor Corporation Australia president and chief executive) and Shaun Westcott (Mitsubishi Motors Australia president and chief executive).
Further board members include Jaime Cohen (Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific chief executive), Penny Ferguson (Jaguar Land Rover Australia managing director), Matthew Ferry (Yamaha Motor Australia sales and marketing general manager) and Blair Read (Inchcape Australasia managing director).
FCAI chief executive Tony Weber welcomed the new directors to the board.
“I would like to congratulate Robert and Glen on their appointments to the FCAI Board, and Andrew on his appointment as Treasurer. Their extensive experience and leadership across key areas of the market will strengthen our ability to represent the automotive sector through a period of significant change,” Weber says.
“With the transition to low-emission vehicles, the rise of intelligent transport systems, growth in automotive global trade protectionist policies and an evolving regulatory landscape, the FCAI Board plays a critical role in guiding our work and advancing the interests of consumers and manufacturers alike.”
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