Meet Fernite's Team

It’s always good to be able to put a face to a name!

Our team page tells you a little more about the great people you are working with here at Fernite of Sheffield.
We’re pleased to introduce some of our customer-facing team and look forward to speaking with you soon – or even meeting you in person!

Fernite of sheffield UK #1 Supplier Industrial Knife Blades

James Kitching – Managing Director

My role is to build on the excellent reputation for quality and delivery to develop an exciting future for the business, its customers, suppliers and staff.

Fernite of sheffield UK #1 Supplier Industrial Knife Blades

Nick Wright – Chief Operating Officer

I oversee the operational activities of the whole company. I implement policies to promote the company values and vision to keep business development on track.

Marc Horner – Group Technical Manager

Marc Horner – Group Technical Manager

I ensure our factory runs at optimum efficiency. As a member of the Fernite Management Team, I ensure products are manufactured to each customer’s specification and are delivered on time.

Mark Chatterton - Group Operations Manager, Fernite of Sheffield

Mark Chatterton – Group Operations Manager

With 30 years experience of Manufacturing, continuously improving methods and systems, I’m passionate about reducing lead times and improving the overall Customer Experience.

Fernite of sheffield UK #1 Supplier Industrial Knife Blades

Anthony Kilmister – Finance

I manage the Fernite finance team, overseeing the day-to-day running of the accounts function across the group.

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Peter Davies – Marketing Manager

I’m on a mission to help grow Fernite into the #1 destination for industrial machine knives across the globe, for both new blades and regrinds.

Nicole Stuart – Business Development Executive

Nicole Stuart – Business Development Executive

I drive sales growth for our steel products, identifying new market opportunities and building strong, lasting client relationships. My role also involves servicing existing customers and cross-selling our laser-cutting and slitting operations.

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Keith Rowland – Business Development Executive

Working across Europe and the USA, I help customers identify their technical difficulties, whilst recommending the most appropriate solutions.

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Neil Hutchinson – Business Development Executive

I help customers understand their real requirements and help them resolve any technical issues.

Gary Coughlan, Business development Executive, plastics and recycling

Gary Coughlan – Customer Service Manager

I manage the Customer Service Team, making sure our customers get an excellent service.