A new era for Stormking

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Welcoming Simon Worsley

We’re already the UK’s biggest name in GRP, and this year we’re focussed on turning what’s already good into something even greater.

Stormking has been the UK’s leading GRP manufacturer for over four decades, operating across 6 UK manufacturing sites with a 425+ strong team, with the widest product and stock range in the sector (by far). We’re proud to be the undisputed leader in the UK, and a trusted supplier for all the top names in housebuilding and the home industry countrywide.

In 2026, our supply chain is built to keep pace with whatever challenges the market throws at us. That means guaranteed quality, improved lead times, and more communication touchpoints throughout the order process.

And we’re still committed to getting even better. Under new leadership, we’re putting all our 40 years of expertise, excellence and experience to work, so customers feel the benefits every time they place an order.

A new era for Stormking

We’re excited to announce that Simon Worsley has been appointed as our new Managing Director to oversee our next chapter.

Simon brings more than two decades of industry experience, having spent his career so far transforming complex, multi-site manufacturing and distribution organisations into more resilient, data-driven businesses.

Most recently, he led a £100m+ international group across more than 40 sites, including manufacturing, distribution and haulage operations. Moving from working in the manufacturing side of the business up to Group CEO, Simon was heavily involved in expanding the brand, growing the product range, and improving systems: something he’ll be focussed on at Stormking too.

Alongside experience in delivering operational and commercial results, Simon is known for a collaborative leadership style that builds cultures where people are trusted and equipped to perform at their best. It’s that approach that’s consistently led to higher standards across all the businesses he’s led so far, and one he’s already brought to Stormking: working closely with teams at every level to ensure the company’s scale and ambition are matched on the ground for our customers.

“My focus from day one has been pretty simple,” says Simon. “Stormking is already objectively the top name in all things GRP, in a league of its own and completely unrivalled in the UK. We’ve got the scale, the quality and the market position that others can only aspire to. My job is to make sure our operations are working just as hard as our reputation, so that every customer feels the real benefit of being with the UK’s market leader.”

Investment and transformation where it counts

We’re constantly looking for continuous improvement across our offerings, from manufacturing to customer service, and Simon is playing a big part in leading the charge. Since 1985, we’ve been proud to be the first to market for both products and innovation, and we’re always looking to the future across everything from GRP itself to customer service, innovation and technology.

Under Simon’s watch, we’re working to drive improvements to our processes and efficiencies we can pass on to our customers, including commitments to reducing lead times for orders and guarantees for delivery.

We know that as the leading name in GRP, we need to set the example. That’s why we’ve got a dedicated team of on-site specialists at each of our locations: so there’s always someone on hand for in-person quality control and quick fixes to keep things running as quickly and efficiently as possible.

As always, we’re also leading the charge for more sustainable, eco-friendly manufacturing in the GRP space. We’re running a number of sustainability programmes across our production lines using automated CNC technology for fibreglass cutting, and we’re proud to have two Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs aren’t yet compulsory in the UK, but here at Stormking we’ve always got one eye on the future).

Here are some of the focus areas for Simon at Stormking:

Data-driven operations: across the entire operation, we’ll be using digital frameworks and reporting to identify and resolve any issues before they ever reach our customers
Digital transformation: as part of our look to the future, we’re looking into ways to give customers even more visibility and control over orders (from point of purchase to delivery)
Delivery lead times: guaranteed order lead times, with assistance available at every stage for seamless delivery every time
Supply chain optimisation: we’re strengthening distribution and logistics infrastructure at all our UK sites, so we can make sure we provide consistent, dependable delivery for every order

“Being the biggest name in the industry means nothing if it doesn’t mean the best experience for the people who rely on us,” Simon adds. “That’s what this next chapter is about, and I’m absolutely committed to making sure Stormking lives up to its name for every single order.”

What our customers can expect

Our continued focus on delivering exceptional customer service to match the quality of our product offering means customers can rely on getting a top-notch experience every time they order from Stormking.

We’re combining the scale and stock we’ve always been known for with operational consistency and reliable service to match. You can expect faster processing times, clearer communication, and all the confidence that comes from working with the market leader.

“Stormking has always been the clear and obvious choice for innovation and quality,” says Simon. “Now we’re the obvious choice on service too. We’re already the biggest, and we’re excited to show our customers what happens when the biggest also means the best.”