Glen Dimplex Heating & Ventilation (GDHV) and RKW Ltd announce agreement for transfer of Redring and Burco water heating brands.

Date of transfer – 18th October 2023

Glen Dimplex Heating & Ventilation, a leader in electrical HVAC solutions, and RKW, a leading European distributor and manufacturer of domestic appliances, are pleased to announce an agreement that will see the transfer of the renowned water heating brands, Redring and Burco. 

This agreement aligns to both company’s strategies with GDHV’s ongoing commitment to focussing on their portfolio of brands and technologies in the electric heating and ventilation categories, and RKW’s continued expansion plan into new product categories that complement core operations. 

Ian Stuhldreer, Interim Commercial Director for GDHV says “We believe that this transition will enable new opportunities for growth in GDHV’s core categories, and we are confident that under RKW's stewardship Burco and Redring will continue to evolve while maintaining the high standards of quality and innovation that have become synonymous with these brands. I would like to take this opportunity to express my sincere gratitude to our customers for supporting these brands whilst they were part of the GDHV family.”

For RKW, the agreement comes at an exciting time as the business continues to grow.  

Rob Sutton Managing Director of RKW says “We are delighted to welcome Redring and Burco to RKW’s stable of leading brands.  We feel privileged to be taking over recognised leading brands with real heritage in their respective markets.”  

“RKW has a talented team with a proven track record of brand building.  Our team will ensure the high service levels established by GDHV are maintained as we look to grow the brands and product ranges.  We look forward to working with customers who have loyally supported Redring and Burco in recent years.”

Please note that Glen Dimplex Ireland have a distribution agreement in place with RKW to continue to sell product on the Island of Ireland.

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About Glen Dimplex Heating & Ventilation:

GDHV is part of the Glen Dimplex Group, a global leader dedicated to the design and manufacture of sustainable, efficient and desirable heating and ventilation solutions. With a history of innovation spanning decades, Glen Dimplex Heating & Ventilation is committed to being a leader in the transition to a sustainable world.

About RKW:

RKW, established in 1989, employs over 600 staff through its offices in the UK, Hong Kong, India and China. The company designs, manufactures and distributes small domestic appliances and housewares for leading brands which include Black and Decker, Lavazza, Morphy Richards, Tower, Smeg, Swan, Wade. From its 750,000 Sq. Ft distribution centre based in Staffordshire products are distributed to leading UK and international retail partners.