Scotland's Sterling Furniture Group has confirmed the appointment of Stewart Robertson as its new chief executive, following his interim leadership since December.
"Stewart’s permanent appointment reflects our confidence in the direction and momentum being built across the business," states the retailer.
"While 2024 brought financial challenges, including a pre-tax loss, we outperformed the wider UK retail market and strengthened our underlying position, with cash reserves increasing and LFL sales showing greater resilience than industry averages."
The group adds that it has taken "decisive action" to refocus the business and invest in its, with recent activity including: revamped stores in Uddingston (London Road) and Forrest Furnishing (Glasgow); a new Leather Gallery opening this summer at its Tillicoultry HQ; the rebranding of Anderson & England (Elgin) and Buick Furniture (Montrose) to Sterling Home; and the launch of a new Shopify-powered ecommerce platform.
"Together with our chairman, Bernard Dunn, and the wider leadership team, we’re committed to building on the strong foundations of our brand, bringing renewed focus to what we do best while evolving to meet the needs of today’s customer," Sterling concludes.
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