Beko plc has appointed Steve Clarke as its new Head of Sustainability and Quality.
Clarke, who was Beko plc’s Head of Service Operations for six years prior to taking on his new role, brings with him extensive experience within the household appliance industry and has a clear focus on how the company can support housebuilders, developers and contractors by providing them with high quality, efficient and eco-friendly appliances which have been produced in a responsible and sustainable manner.
Beko plc, which supplies both its Grundig and Beko brands through its Appliance Partner Solution Programme, has sustainability at its core. From energy and water efficiency to taking a circular approach in their product design, the company’s values ensure that its products not only overachieve in terms of quality standards, but its working practices and methods respect both people and the environment to help build a sustainable future.
In his new role as Head of Sustainability and Quality, Clarke will continue to implement positive changes across the business to improve customers’ experiences, whilst supporting the company’s ambition to achieve carbon neutrality.
Clarke comments, “We understand the significance of sustainability targets within the construction industry and embrace our responsibility as a supplier to support the credentials of the builders and developers we work with. We are proud that Beko plc, and our parent company, Arçelik, are setting the standard for sustainability within the appliance industry with our continuous product innovation, responsible manufacturing methods and ambitious future environmental targets. We have built strong foundations in this area and I am excited to be further driving our sustainability agenda.”
“We are determined to achieve our goal of becoming net zero by 2050 and are continuously looking at ways in which we can reach this target. From developing innovative technologies, for example using recycled fishing nets and industrial thread waste to replace virgin plastic in our ovens, to minimising packaging and making our products more energy efficient, we strive to minimise our company’s footprint.”
Clarke adds, “We know that home owners are always looking for ways to reduce their living expenses, especially in the recent climate of soaring energy prices. Our focus as a company continues to be around continuously improving the energy and water efficiency of our products, meaning that they produce lower carbon emissions during their use, as well as allowing consumers to benefit from reduced energy and water bills.”
Teresa Arbuckle, Beko plc’s Managing Director, adds: “We are delighted to have appointed Steve as our Head of Sustainability & Quality. Steve brings with him a wealth of Beko plc experience, including a solid understanding of our appliance partners’ journeys and expectations. We are thrilled that he will now be driving our exciting and ambitious sustainability vision across the company whilst continuing to make improvements on the quality of the products and service we are able to offer to our partners.”
The Beko plc Appliance Partner Solution Programme offers housebuilders and developers a tailored end-to-end service that includes:
- A selection of brands and products available in every appliance category tailored to housebuilder and contractor needs, with easy-to-install features and innovative technologies
- Dedicated stock to support contract fulfilment
- A nominated support team
- A nationwide network of highly trained service engineers
- Flexible service and warranties
For more information about Beko plc’s Appliance Partner Solution Programme, please contact appliancepartners@beko.co.uk
