Machinery
STRENGTHENING FUTURE STRATEGY WITH MAJORITY SHAREHOLDING TRANSITION
» LEADING MACHINERY INNOVAtors Haffner Ltd has announced a strategic step to future-proof the business, with Managing Director Matt Thomas becoming the company’ s majority shareholder.
The move reinforces Haffner’ s longterm commitment to stability, growth and continued investment in people, products and customer support. Working alongside their well-established leadership team, Matt will continue to move the business forward, building on Haffner’ s strong market position and reputation for machinery excellence.
Founder Dave Thomas remains Chief Executive Officer, providing continuity and strategic oversight as the business enters its next phase of development. His ongoing role reflects a considered transition that supports both continuity and long-term resilience.
Dave Thomas said:“ This transition is about securing the future of the business for our customers, our partners and our team. Matt has been instrumental in Haffner’ s growth over many years and his increased shareholding reflects both his commitment and his vision. It’ s a positive step that ensures the business is well placed for the years ahead.”
Matt Thomas added:“ Haffner has always been built on long-term thinking,
strong relationships and delivering real value to fabricators. Becoming majority shareholder allows us to strengthen that approach, continue investing in machinery innovation and ensure the business is perfectly positioned for the future. With the strength of our team, this is very much about continuity as well as progression.”
Haffner is a multi-award-winning supplier of PVC-U and aluminium fabrication machinery and is widely recognised as the home of automation for the fenestration industry. Representing Haffner, Graf Synergy and Fom Industrie machinery, the company offers a comprehensive and highly complementary portfolio spanning cutting, machining, welding and advanced automation solutions. Its Graf V-Perfect seamless welding technology continues to set the benchmark for finish quality and competitive advantage. Supported by in-house technical expertise, training and aftersales support, Haffner works in close partnership with fabricators to improve productivity, quality and long-term competitiveness.
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