The move is designed to support the company's continued growth in the UK market.
Leading acoustic ceilings manufacturer OWA UK has appointed Anthony Fawcett as its new managing director, as part of a leadership transition designed to support the company's continued growth in the UK market. A highly respected figure within the ceilings and interiors sector, Fawcett brings more than two decades of industry experience to the role, alongside a strong track record of leadership and commercial success.
Having built his career across both the manufacturing and distribution sectors, including senior leadership roles at Zentia (formerly Armstrong) and most recently Encon, Fawcett is a well-known and highly respected figure within the ceilings and interiors industry. His experience has given him a unique understanding of the entire construction supply chain, from product manufacture and specification through to distribution and project delivery. Combined with his long-standing relationships across the industry, Anthony's breadth of expertise places him in a strong position to lead OWA UK's next phase of growth.
As part of the leadership transition, Andrew Smith, who has led OWA UK since 2005, will move into the newly focused role of business development director. Having played a pivotal role in establishing and growing the OWA brand in the UK over the past two decades, Andrew will now focus on supporting customers, strengthening key relationships and driving growth across both existing and emerging markets.
Commenting on the new leadership structure, Jens Nagel, OWA's group managing director who is based at the company's headquarters in Germany, said: "We are delighted to welcome Anthony to the team and are excited about him taking the reins as managing director. He is an outstanding appointment, bringing significant experience, expertise and market insight to the business. His understanding of the UK ceilings sector and wider construction market will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen our position and build on the progress achieved in recent years."
Speaking about his new appointment, Fawcett said: "OWA has built a strong reputation in the UK under Andrew's leadership, and I'm delighted to be joining the business at such an exciting stage of its development. The foundations are firmly in place, with a talented team, loyal customer base and a product portfolio that is exceptionally well positioned for the market. I look forward to working closely with Andrew, our customers and distribution partners to build on that success, strengthen key relationships and create new opportunities across the UK."
The leadership changes come at a time of significant momentum for OWA UK, with continued investment in the UK market and ongoing support from the company's headquarters in Germany.
