Well-known independent industry consultant David Kirshner is retiring.

David told Service Dealer, "After 59 years of land-based engineering from apprenticeship to dealership director, technical director and aftersales manager for UK, German and French tractor importers and 20 years as an independent consultant to the industry, I am retiring to enjoy life in our new home in Norfolk."

David continued, "Looking back there is no other industry that could have offered me a more challenging and rewarding role or the opportunity to become part of such a uniquely special community. I am honoured and extremely proud that the industry has afforded me the privilege of involvement in leaving a lasting legacy in the form of our present apprenticeship standards to build the foundations of the future technicians.

David concluded, "The industry sector faces challenging times but I know that AEA, BAGMA and IAgrE in the shape of LE-TEC, together with manufacturers, their networks and publications such as Service Dealer,  will continue to support and promote what is a truly amazing industry. I will miss you all."