Auger Torque Group appoints Steve Hewitt as new Chief Executive Officer

July, 2024 - Cheltenham – Auger Torque, a leading global manufacturer of high-quality earthmoving attachments, is pleased to announce the appointment of Steve Hewitt as the company's new Chief Executive Officer.

Steve Hewitt brings with him over 35 years of experience in leadership roles within the agricultural, mechanical and industrial engineering sectors. Known for his strategic vision and operational expertise, Mr. Hewitt is poised to drive Auger Torque into its next phase of growth and innovation.

Prior to joining Auger Torque, Mr. Hewitt served as Managing Director at Ålö UK - Quicke, a leading supplier of agricultural machinery and associated attachments, where he successfully implemented strategic initiatives that boosted gross profit, expanded current sector market share, and fostered growth in new sectors. His proven track record makes

him an excellent fit for Auger Torque as the company continues to expand its global footprint and develop its product offerings.

“We are thrilled to welcome Steve Hewitt to the Auger Torque family,” said Thomas Friedrich, CEO of Kinshofer Group, of which Auger Torque is a member. “Steve's extensive experience and dynamic leadership style is key to taking Auger Torque to the next stage of our strategic plan. We are confident that his vision will help us achieve our goals and further solidify our position as a leader in the industry.”

In his new role, Mr. Hewitt will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Auger Torque Group operations, from manufacturing in China, through to operations in Australia, Europe, Middle East, Southeast Asia, USA and India. He will work closely with the senior management team to continue delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service to customers worldwide.

“I am honoured to join Auger Torque and excited to lead such a talented and committed team,” said Steve Hewitt. “Auger Torque has a strong reputation for quality and innovation, and I look forward to building on this foundation to drive further success and create value for our customers, employees, and stakeholders.”