Manufacturer VitrA Bathrooms UK has appointed Steve Breen as managing director, succeeding Levent Giray who is set to retire at the end of the month.
Giray has held the position for years, having first brought the VitrA brand to the UK in 1992.
Steve Breen joins VitrA from his role as general manager for Caterpillar construction plant dealer Finning UK and Ireland.
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He returns to the bathroom industry having previously worked for Ideal Standard, where he was sales director for three years.
Breen brings a wealth of experience from both light and heavy side construction industries, having also grown businesses for Electrolux, AkzoNobel Coatings and Sitech UK.
Giray commented: “I’m very proud of what the company has achieved over the last 30 years and grateful to have led a fantastic team.
“VitrA continues to hold a strong position in the market with an unparalleled product portfolio.
“With his breadth of industry experience, I have no doubt that Steve will continue to drive the business forward.”
Steve Breen added: “The VitrA business is a strong and enviable one – the team have achieved so much during Levent’s tenure. I look forward to working with everyone in this next chapter for VitrA UK.”
Last year, VitrA opened a showroom for the architecture and design community in Clerkenwell, London.