New Director and CEO for BPMA

Wayne Rose has officially become the new Director and CEO of the British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) following the retirement of his longstanding predecessor, Steve Schofield.

Having previously spent 24 years in various management roles at Manchester-based Armstrong Fluid Technology, Wayne brings with him a wealth of pump industry experience. With over 1,200 employees worldwide and operating eight manufacturing facilities on four continents, Armstrong is known around the world as a leader and innovator in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of intelligent fluid-flow equipment. That depth of knowledge will undoubtedly serve him well as he helps to guide the BPMA through its next chapter and ensure the Association continues to serve the interests and needs of its members.

Reporting to the Board, Wayne will assume commercial responsibility for the day-to-day running of the organisation whilst also engaging with the elected members of the BPMA Council.

Commenting on Wayne’s appointment, current BPMA President, and Managing Director at KSB, Dale Croker, said: “The BPMA Board and Council are delighted to have secured the engagement of Wayne as a successor to Steve, who had been with the BPMA for a good many years. Indeed, he has left some big shoes to fill, but we know Wayne will bring his vast experience to bear and play a key part in the future development of the Association and the important service delivery it offers to members.

“We are enormously grateful to Steve Schofield for all that he achieved on our behalf, and we wish him a long and happy retirement.”