AW Hainsworth Appoint Innovation, Technical and Design Director

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Richard Davies as our new Innovation, Technical and Design Director. Richard joins AW Hainsworth at an exciting time, with the aim of driving an innovative research and development strategy that brings value to the business.

Richard has a wealth of knowledge in textiles; he holds an undergraduate degree in Textiles and a PhD in Materials Science; he also worked as an R&D Project Leader with W.L Gore where he led global projects in their Fabrics Division. His credentials also include almost 7 years as a Scientist at the European Synchrotron Radiation Facility in Grenoble, where he authored or co-authored over sixty peer-reviewed publications. Richard’s unique mix of commercial, scientific and academic experience will make him an excellent addition to the team.

 

“We identified the need for someone to lead our technical and design teams in the creation of innovative, sustainable new products that offer market-leading levels of performance, and Richard is the perfect fit”, comments Amanda McLaren, Managing Director. “I welcome Richard to AW Hainsworth, I am certain he will strengthen our leadership team and look forward to seeing the positive impact he will make in his new role.”

When asked why he chose AW Hainsworth, Richard said “AW Hainsworth is a vertical textile mill with a rich history that I’m keen to be a part of. I was particularly attracted by the broad and unique product portfolio that includes upholstery fabrics, fashion textiles and cutting-edge materials for firefighters. I am looking forward to developing innovative and sustainable products that are aligned with our core capabilities. My vision is to position AW Hainsworth as a knowledge leader in all of our markets, and to share that knowledge with our customers. Everyone I have met here is passionate about what we do, which made it an easy choice for me.”

Please join us in welcoming Richard to AW Hainsworth!