MD of British industrial manufacturer appointed to Japanese Corporation’s Board

Steve Bangs, Managing Director of SMC Pneumatics (UK) Ltd, has been appointed a Director on the main Board of the Japanese multi-national, SMC Corporation with responsibility for the management of SMC’s European zone.

One of only three non-Japanese Directors, Steve’s recent appointment recognises his contribution to the company, his role in Europe and his commitment to SMC Pneumatics (UK) Ltd over the past 30 years.

Steve joined SMC UK as Sales Manager in 1984 having previously worked for Norgren. He was made managing director of SMC UK in 1998, and under his strong leadership the UK operation has continued to grow. Located in Milton Keynes, the company’s 24,000 square metre state-of-the-art production, warehousing and office facility bears testament to the success of his efforts.

On receiving the news of his Japanese Directorship Steve said, ‘It’s a real honour to be made a Board Director of the SMC Corporation and, in terms of my career, it’s the icing on the cake. Over the past 30 years I’ve witnessed the Corporation’s commitment to product development and continued investment in both people and facilities which has now made SMC the world leaders in our field’.

‘From a UK perspective, I believe my appointment also reflects on the great performance and commitment from all our UK employees, many of whom have been with me for many years’.

SMC Pneumatics (UK) Ltd
Tel: 01908 563888
Email: sales@smcpneumatics.co.uk

Published: 18th November 2014