As the industry gets used to a new name for an historical icon, there has been another change within this traditional market. Andrew Overton, whose grandfather, founded Mann & Overton in 1899, has decided to retire from The London Taxi Company after more than 41 years in the taxi trade.
   Andrew has held many roles over the years, including Managing Director of Mann & Overton, when the company was owned by Lloyds and Scottish. He remained an integral part of the business, taking on the role of Sales & Marketing Director, following Manganese Bronze’s acquisition of London Taxis International in 1985.
   Latterly he was Market Development Director for LTI Limited, the next incarnation of the recently renamed company, a role that was adapted approximately 7 years ago, allowing Andrew to reduce hours, whilst still acting in a consultative capacity.
   In 2009, he became The Master of the Worshipful Company of Hackney Carriage Drivers, an organisation that he intends to remain a part of for years to come.
   Andrew told Call Sign: "I have always enjoyed my roles, whatever it may have been, and in particular I have enjoyed dealing with so many wonderful people within the trade. The taxi trade, whether in London or in the regions, has so many genuine people who want the best for this industry. It has been my pleasure to deal with

ANDREW OVERTON RETIRES
New beginnings for historical name