THE door industry journal summer 2025 110 Locks & Building Hardware Also online at: www.dijonline.co.uk SIMONSWERK UK Strengthens Sales Leadership With New Appointment Leading hinge system manufacturer SIMONSWERK UK has announced the appointment of Andrew Kite as Head of Sales. The appointment represents a strategic move to strengthen the company’s presence in the UK market as it continues to expand its premium door hardware solutions. Andrew brings over a decade of strategic sales leadership experience from the kitchen industry, having worked with some of the sector’s most prominent names. His career began with the Franke Group in the UK through their Future Leaders Programme, where he progressed from Sales Manager to National Sales Manager, leading the UK Projects Channel and serving as an integral member of the senior leadership team. Subsequently, Andrew played a key role in launching the House of Rohl in the UK, consolidating four unique British heritage brands under a single umbrella for Fortune Brands. Most recently, he served as Head of Sales at Omega Kitchens, a leading British kitchen furniture manufacturer, where he expanded the sales team and successfully targeted mid- to high-end developers across the UK, securing prestigious projects in London. “I’m thrilled to be joining SIMONSWERK at such an exciting time in the company’s development,” says Andrew. “The company’s reputation for premium quality and innovation in hinge systems, combined with their strong heritage of over 135 years in European manufacturing, makes this an ideal opportunity for me to apply my experience in a new sector. The parallels between the kitchen industry and the door hardware market are significant, particularly when it comes to serving discerning customers who demand both aesthetic excellence and functional performance.”
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