Franke UK Product Manager John Swain has retired after 25 years with the company. John was recruited to Franke by Duncan Marr in 1987. Duncan Marr, who introduced the Franke brand to the UK and started the business in his garage, retired last year. During his time with Franke, John developed the Franke brand within the UK market by concentrating on relationships with suppliers and new product development. John also oversaw the recent launch of the 3-in-1 Minerva range of boiling water taps. Managing director of Franke UK Tracey Bamber says John has given outstanding service to the Franke business, building it into the highly recognised and successful brand it is today. I have been grateful for Johns enormous help during my steep learning curve over the past year and will miss his insight and experience. Nevertheless, his retirement is well earned and everyone here and throughout the group wishes him the very best. John has already been working alongside his successor Steve Rutter, who joined as marketing operations manager in July 2012.