Rapid Marine strengthens team with appointment of Operations Manager
Plymouth, UK – Rapid Marine has announced the appointment of Izzy Heaton as Operations Manager, marking a significant step as the company expands into new markets and sees increasing demand for its products. Heaton will be based in Plymouth, with a remit to ensure stock, production, and dispatch operations run seamlessly.
Customer service remains a core value at Rapid Marine, and the company is committed to strengthening internal systems to support growth and better serve its clients. Over the past five years, Rapid Marine has experienced substantial growth without updating order processing procedures. Now, at this crucial juncture, the company is prioritising support for its team to maintain consistency as operations scale up.
Heaton brings three years of experience as an Account Executive at a safety compliance firm, during which she travelled internationally and developed expertise in customer relations and safety standards. She is already familiar with Rapid Marine, having assisted the team at the METSTRADE show in Amsterdam in recent years.
‘Its been a busy few year for us’ says Managing Director, Mike, ‘we knew it was the right time to bring someone in to help strengthen the operational side of the business. Izzy already knows ys and fits straight in, so we’re really pleased to have her join the team’.
In her initial weeks, Heaton will work closely with Managing Director Mike, gaining insight into order workflows and reviewing current processes, all aimed at supporting Rapid Marine’s expansion plans.
The year 2026 is already shaping up to be a milestone for Rapid Marine, with new product launches, increased presence at industry events, and new partnership agreements. As the company grows, Heaton will play a pivotal role in maintaining the service and quality for which Rapid Marine is renowned.
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