Shower manufacturer Aqualisa has appointed Stuart Clark as head of new product development.

He will lead the company’s product innovation strategy and will be instrumental in expanding its reach into international markets.

With 16 years’ experience at Morphy Richards, where he most recently held the position of head of product innovation and quality assurance, he was responsible for the launch of award-winning consumer appliances.

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He also managed strategic business partnerships, oversaw the introduction of a quality control programme and was influential in the creation of a STEM education centre for disadvantaged children.

With a career in engineering and technology, his previous roles include operations manager at GTM Cars and design engineers at RDM Group.

At Aqualisa, Clark will focus on driving innovation, particularly in the smart bathroom category, and will spearhead the company’s new product development and sustainability strategies.

He will collaborate with Aqualisa’s marketing and supply chain teams to devise and implement an “innovation roadmap” to penetrate global markets and will head up a team of design engineers.

Stuart Clark commented: “As pioneers in the digital and smart shower category, I see enormous potential for Aqualisa to grow its leadership in this sector.

“I’ve always been impressed with the organisation’s reputation for quality and ground-breaking approach to product development, and I believe my experience in consumer technology will help to deliver its ambitious roadmap – particularly in the field of smart bathroom solutions.

“I’m excited to work with the company’s talented design engineers and look forward to growing the team and building on its already proven success.”

He reports to technical and innovation director Paul Pickford who added: “I’m extremely pleased to welcome Stuart to the team.

“He’s an exceptional NPD leader, and with his additional expertise on board, we have an outstanding opportunity to grow the Aqualisa portfolio with advanced solutions that will blaze a trail in the smart bathroom arena.

“Furthermore, his knowledge of innovation and environmental best practice will ensure that we continue to deliver best-in-class products that meet the highest standards in safety, sustainability and customer experience.”

The appointment of Stuart Clark follows the promotion of Kate Lovell to head of marketing.