Philips Consumer Lifestyle wins the inaugural European Manufacturing Leadership Award 2014

The inaugural European Manufacturing Leadership Award 2014 has recognised the pioneering leadership demonstrated by the decision to re-shore Philips shaver production operation from China to the Netherlands. This special Award is designed to recognise an individual who has demonstrated pioneering leadership in driving excellence, performance and competitiveness within European manufacturing.
Rob Karsmakers has worked within Phillips for 18 years and has experience in industrial, engineering and general business management functions. He was a key figure behind the decision to re-shore their shaver production operation from China to the Dutch town of Drachten (PR Newswire, 18 September 2014).
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