Bespoke service
We are what we do – bespoke. We have experience of storing and shipping vehicles and equipment to every corner of the world, delivering a bespoke service to our customers through a network of global contacts.
Providing global support
Bespoke Handling has been established through a dedicated level of service and providing bespoke solutions to customers, handling specialist logistics and shipments of cars, spares and equipment to and from worldwide destinations – much of it in time-critical motorsport arenas, where there is no margin for error. Our reputation has been built on delivering results globally, and the safe and sympathetic handling of valuable cargo direct to our clients.
Meet the team
Gary Ayles
Managing Director
I have been involved in motor racing for most of my working life & am an active member of the BRDC. I have had a successful career in many formulas from single seaters in F3000, the BTCC Touring Car championship with Toyota & in sports cars with Ferrari, McLaren, Porsche & Chrysler including numerous outings at the Le Mans 24 hours.
Fabian Daffern
Operations Director
I have been managing and coordinating shipping and transporting of classic, vintage and racing cars and equipment around the world since 1990. I know just how important it is to have confidence that your car or valuables will arrive in perfect condition with no dramas en route. The service I provide is geared to your specific needs and I am here for you – 24/7, 365 days a year.
Simon Hill
Sales Manager
Passionate about motorsport since visiting Brands Hatch as an 8 year-old, I went on to race single seaters, sports and saloon cars for over 15 years, before moving into motorsport media and commentating for Eurosport, ITV Sport and Motors TV for 10 years, including at the Le Mans 24 Hours.
I have worked alongside Gary previously, both running as race instructors at Brands Hatch, and most recently my focus has been helping my son, Jake, who won the 2024 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship.
My previous roles have included sales within the automotive and logistics industry. This new position will be an opportunity to blend this experience with my passion for the wider automotive and motorsport industries, where I have built up a strong list of contacts in paddocks over the years.
Mae Daffern
Air & Sea Freight
I started at Bespoke Handling in 2022, and now work in the Air & Sea Freight department. Coming from the equestrian sector, my experience is quite different, but it’s given me great organisational skills, and the ability to work under pressure. I’ve been interested in motorsport since childhood, and have a particular passion for Formula 1 and classic cars, that I’ve now combined with my work here. In my spare time, I love to walk my dog, Tilly, who is also the office mascot and our unofficial head of security.
Tracy Ayles
Roadfreight, Storage, & Office Manager
I am responsible for the coordination of all roadfreight enquiries and vehicle storage, as well as the day-to-day management of the office. I have been part of the team at Bespoke Handling since 2016, which has grown to a dedicated fleet of enclosed trucks, multiple storage sites, and a busy team working to ensure everything is running smoothly. My previous experience of running pubs has definitely come in handy!
Vari Cameron
Head of Finance
I am a Chartered Accountant, and responsible for all things finance at Bespoke Handling, having worked in the logistics industry for over 20 years. I joined the team in 2019, from the role of Chief Financial Officer at global logistics specialists, DHL, after previously holding finance positions within the aviation and finance sectors.
Adam Morley
Carnet Administrator
I joined Bespoke Handling at the turn of 2024, with a background in administration, and a keen eye for detail. Prior experience includes working across sales, events, recruitment and activities co-ordination, and I also have a Masters in Film Exhibition, and enjoy playing ice hockey.
I manage the production, distribution and coorindation of ATA Carnets, in-house, which are now required for all imports and exports from the UK, for vehicles, spares and kit. It is a complex process, but I work to try and simplify the process for clients, providing advice and support, so that everything is as straightforward as possible.
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