COLUMBUS, Ind. — Tom Linebarger has been named president and chief operating officer of Cummins, replacing Joe Loughrey, who will become vice chairman effective Aug. 1 until he retires in March 2009.

Linebarger currently serves as president of Cummins Power Generation and has been an executive vice president since 2005. He formerly was the company’s chief financial officer.

"Tom’s strong financial background, general management skills, understanding of Cummins’ business operations and his commitment to the needs of Cummins’ customers and other stakeholders make him an outstanding choice for president and COO," said Tim Solso, Cummins chairman and chief executive officer.

Linebarger joined Cummins in 1994 and served in various roles, including as managing director of Cummins Turbo Technologies and vice president of the Engine Business’ Supply Chain Management before being named CFO in 2000 – a role he held for three years.

Along with Power Generation, Linebarger has led Cummins’ corporate strategy and growth planning efforts.