What is the primary reason for this 8-K filing?

This 8-K filing is primarily to report on a realignment of United Rentals' field leadership structure and to announce a change in a key executive position.

Who is Kurt Barker and what is his new role?

Kurt Barker was the Executive Vice President – Corporate Services. He has relinquished this role but will continue with United Rentals as a special projects manager for an undetermined period.

When did these changes take effect?

The changes, including Mr. Barker relinquishing his executive role, were effective as of the close of business on March 28, 2008.

Is there more detailed information available about the leadership realignment?

Yes, a press release dated April 1, 2008, which contains further details about the realignment, is filed as an exhibit (Exhibit 99.1) with this 8-K report.

URI 8-K: Leadership Changes

Summary

United Rentals, Inc. (URI) filed an 8-K on March 31, 2008, to report on a realignment of its field leadership structure, effective March 28, 2008. A key development highlighted is the departure of Kurt Barker from his role as executive vice president – corporate services. While Mr. Barker has stepped down from this executive position, he will remain with the company in a special projects management capacity for an unspecified duration.

Key Highlights

1Announcement of a realignment of United Rentals' field leadership structure.
2Kurt Barker relinquished his position as Executive Vice President – Corporate Services as of March 28, 2008.
3Mr. Barker will continue with the company as a special projects manager.
4The change is effective at the close of business on March 28, 2008.
5The company filed a press release dated April 1, 2008, as Exhibit 99.1 detailing the realignment.

UNITED RENTALS, INC. 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Apr 1, 2008)

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