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QatarWhy Choose Andrews Sykes?
Who We Are
As the UK’s leading specialist hire company, we provide the best pumping, heating and cooling solutions for every conceivable need, location and application. Our aim is to help our customers address the real-life challenges they face – whether planned or emergency – in the quickest, most professional and cost-effective ways. We pride ourselves on offering the safest, most reliable equipment sourced from the world’s top manufacturers.
Our Brands
Andrews Sykes Hire features two of the UK hire industry’s premier brands: Sykes Pumps and the Andrews family of climate control solutions. Sub-brands include Andrews Air Conditioning, Andrews Heat for Hire, Andrews Dehumidification, Andrews Chillers, Andrews Boilers and Andrews Ventilation.
Our Locations
Today, Andrews Sykes has more than 30 depots strategically placed throughout the UK and Ireland, with around 300 dedicated employees trained and ready to help you. The dedication of our people and the values of our company give our customers the trust and faith to use our services time and time again.
Our Experience
Sykes Pumps has over 160 years of expertise in pumping and groundwater solutions. Founded in 1857 on the Thames, we’ve supported key UK projects while maintaining a commitment to top-tier equipment and service. Andrews has 50+ years of experience in the hire, sale, and maintenance of cooling, heating, ventilation, and dehumidification systems, making us the UK’s most trusted specialist hire company.
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About Andrews Sykes
Our History (1857 - 2026)
Khansaheb Sykes was set up in 1976 following our involvement with Costain International on the Shindegah Tunnel Crossing of the Dubai Creek. As a joint venture with Khansaheb Civil Engineering L.L.C., Khansaheb Sykes was created as a specialised dewatering contractor and pumping equipment supplier for building, construction and petrochemical operations together with water companies and local municipalities, we have been involved with dewatering of major infrastructure projects including Jebel Ali Port and Dubai Dry Docks.
35 year old Henry Sykes came to London from Sheffield and established a small engineering business in Upper Thames Street. From his workshop, Henry Sykes was embarking on a journey that would see his company working on many of the Thames’ most high profile pumping schemes of the late 19th century.
The business transferred to the more prestigious location of 66 Bankside, Southwark, and began construction of the deep well pumps with which Sykes’ name was to become closely associated. Here he produced Portable Vertical Steam Engines, Portable Engines and Boilers, Friction Hoists and Pumps.
Founder Henry Sykes dies and his wife, Margaret Sykes, takes over the business.
Henry Sykes Jr, first son of Henry Sykes, takes control of the firm and introduces cousin Edmund Jackson into the business. For the next 40 years, Jackson contributed heavily to the business. Having a flair for mechanical design, Jackson would go on to design highly successful machines such as Pile-driving Winches, Contractors pumps, and the Tripulse - a three throw bucket pump.
The business transferred to the more prestigious location of 66 Bankside, Southwark, and began construction of the deep well pumps with which Sykes’ name was to become closely associated. Here he produced Portable Vertical Steam Engines, Portable Engines and Boilers, Friction Hoists and Pumps.
A premises, with river frontage and wharf, were required for the making of new substantial works into the business. The 66 Bankside premises became the headquarters from which all the business was conducted.
Henry Sykes Ltd created machinery that would see England win against their enemies in the war. They designed and built special rolling-friction winches which were used for a large number of ‘Kite Balloons’ in the war. This portable winding gear ensured we could observe the position of enemies' artillery and troop formations.
Henry Sykes Ltd bought 51 acres of land on the Greenwich marshes adjoining the Woolwich road at Charlton. Extensions and additions have been made from time to time to meet with the expanding business over the years.
Sykes plant helps to build the foundations of the site of Ford’s great motor works on the marshes in Dagenham, Essex. Sykes drove tens of thousands of reinforced concrete piles on which the whole of this world-famous factory was built.
Khansaheb Civil Engineering LLC was founded by Khansaheb Hussain bin Hassan Amad. A local family-owned Construction business based in Dubai but serving customers throughout the United Arab Emirates that will become our first local contractor in the UAE.
At the outbreak of the second world war, the company provided a large number of winches for the erection of steel masts at points on the East and South coasts. Unknown to Henry Sykes at the time, they were to become the Radar installations that contributed heavily to our country's survival.
Being based in London, Sykes were very much affected by the second world war as many of their men were called out for service, those who remained had to attend work 24 hours a day to protect the business in case of incendiary bomb attacks.
Sykes Pumps plays a crucial part in Operation Overload and D-Day. When the MOD pumps failed to raise the sunken caissons, Sykes’ Pumps were quickly collected and used. Without the pumps, the Mulberry Harbours would not have floated. The Mulberry Harbours was one of the greatest engineering accomplishments of the second world war.
In 1957, Sykes Pumps reached their one hundred year anniversary of continuous operation. In celebration of this milestone the company produced a centenary brochure, describing the evolution of Andrews Sykes into the UK’s leading hire specialist. To take a look at our publication click here: https://www.khansahebsykes.com/centenery-brochure.pdf
Henry Sykes reconstructs a new modern design facility in the Southwark offices. The company introduces its latest major development, the ‘Univac’ pump. This pump was evolved by adapting the priming arrangements used in the De-watering pump to Unchokeable pumps. This pump achieved great success and many pumping problems previously considered as verging on the impossible are now satisfactorily dealt with.
Many of the units manufactured in the 1960s are still in working order today – one of which being Nessie - a Sykes portable steam engine which was used during World War I
Sykes Pumps revolutionises pumping by introducing a fleet of self priming pumps called Univac. These pumps work as portable driven diesel pumps and overcome the toughest and most technically difficult applications in any industry.
Sykes Pumps takes business to Middle East for the first time merging with Khansaheb Civil Engineering L.L.C to become Khansaheb Sykes. A depot is opened in the United Arab Emirates in Sharjah. The lower ground water table of the country proves ideal for Sykes Pumps as they have the best experts in the country specialising in dewatering solutions.
In the same year, Oasis Sykes opened in Saudi Arabia and Dubai. Specialising in dewatering, Oasis Sykes is today known as Sykes Dewatering whilst the depot in Dubai is known as Khansaheb Sykes Dewatering.
Being one of the only companies to bring submersible pumps into the pumping industry, they proved to be a hit. Ideal for dewatering at all kind of sites, the Submersible pump changed the way pumping worked forever. Growing from strength to strength, Submersible pumps now have their own division within the business called ‘Sykes Submersibles’.
Sykes Pumps flourishes in the Emirates and another depot is opened in Abu Dhabi. This depot is dedicated to dewatering contracts in the city.
Khansaheb Sykes was created as a specialised dewatering contractor and pumping equipment supplier for building, construction and petrochemical operations together with water companies and local municipalities, we have been involved with dewatering of major infrastructure projects including Jebel Ali Port and Dubai Dry Docks.
Khansaheb Sykes commenced work on the landmark Mall of the Emirates development. As part of the early-stage enabling works, specialist groundwork and dewatering support were undertaken to manage groundwater levels and prepare the site for large-scale structural construction.
Being pioneers in the pumping industry, Sykes Pumps introduces a revolutionary range of pumps called the super silenced pumps. Technically excellent, these pumps are powerful and have been developed with a clear focus on environmental issues such as sound reduction, the eradication of fuel spillage and fuel economy.
Khansaheb Sykes deployed deep well dewatering systems to manage challenging groundwater conditions during the large-scale infrastructure works on Yas Island. In the same period, the company delivered extensive dewatering works for the Al Salam Tunnel (Contract 3) intersection near Khalifa Park in Abu Dhabi, installing more than 150 deep wells to facilitate construction below the water table.
Khansaheb Sykes delivered a comprehensive dewatering solution to support major infrastructure works in Dubai, designing and installing a tailored system to manage high groundwater levels and maintain dry, stable excavation conditions. The scheme incorporated strategically positioned deep wells and high-capacity pumping equipment to ensure continuous groundwater control throughout the construction phase.
Khansaheb Sykes delivered a comprehensive dewatering solution for the Hassyan Power Station project in Dubai, supporting the construction of this major energy infrastructure development. The works involved the design, installation and operation of a deep well dewatering system to control groundwater levels and maintain dry, stable excavation conditions across the site. Operating within a coastal environment with challenging ground conditions, the scheme demonstrated the company’s capability to manage large-scale, technically demanding dewatering projects for critical utility facilities.
Out team of dedicated engineers supplied specialist dewatering pumps to a customer in the Philippines, supporting infrastructure and water management requirements overseas. The project involved the provision of high-performance Sykes pumping equipment tailored to local operating conditions, demonstrating the adaptability and export capability of the company’s fleet.
Sykes Pumps introduce a new concept in emergency pumping by unveiling our revolutionary Rapid Response unit. The main feature of our latest innovation is its lightweight frame which allows it to be legally towed by vans and other medium sized vehicles. Although small and compact in size, the pumps deliver users huge performance that facilitates the pumping of up to 130,000 litres per hour
This year is a landmark year for the company as Sykes Pumps celebrate their 160th anniversary of continuous operation. Many things have changed since the business was founded 160 years ago, but an unwavering commitment to providing high levels of service and optimum pumping solutions remains a constant feature of their day-to-day operations.
Khansaheb Sykes supplied specialist dewatering pumps to support humanitarian and development initiatives in Yemen through a partnership with the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS). The equipment was deployed to help restore and maintain critical water and sanitation infrastructure in areas affected by conflict, ensuring reliable groundwater control and improved access to essential services.
We delivered one of its largest dewatering operations in the region, deploying nearly 100 pumps to support a time-critical port inlet excavation project in Abu Dhabi. The scheme was initially mobilised with 60 units, with a further 30 pumps rapidly installed as project demands increased, ensuring uninterrupted groundwater control and programme continuity.
Khansaheb Syke introduced the Hydraset range, an advanced pumping system engineered for high-head and long-distance water transfer applications. Designed to improve operational efficiency, the Hydraset system combines a hydraulic submersible pump with a surface-mounted power pack, enabling suction lifts beyond conventional limits while reducing fuel consumption and overall running costs.
Khansaheb Sykes provided specialist flushing support for a District Cooling Plant on Reem Island, Abu Dhabi, facilitating the commissioning of a chilled water network. High-capacity pumping equipment was deployed to deliver controlled, high-volume water circulation, ensuring effective removal of debris and contaminants prior to system handover.
Abu Dhabi operations were successfully relaunched with the opening of a new dedicated pump and HVAC facility in Musaffah, Abu Dhabi. This development marked an important step in strengthening the company’s regional presence, providing enhanced capabilities and improved support for customers across the area. The modern facility enables more efficient operations, expanded equipment availability, and a stronger platform for future growth in the Middle East.
As part of the same group as Khansaheb Sykes, no other provider in Saudi Arabia can draw upon as much Middle Eastern expertise for professional services in deep well dewatering and groundwater control. With almost 40 years local experience in this field, we offer reliable and professional services to our customers in Saudi Arabia.
Khansaheb Sykes successfully carried out precision hydrotesting works for a major sewage treatment plant in Dubai, supporting the commissioning of large digester tanks. The project required the controlled filling and monitoring of tanks at significant elevation, utilising high-capacity pumping systems to ensure accurate water level management and structural integrity testing. Delivered under strict technical and safety parameters, the works highlighted the company’s expertise in complex pumping applications within critical wastewater infrastructure.
Sykes Pumps International is launched, marking a significant step in the company’s continued global expansion. The establishment of a dedicated manufacturing and assembly facility enables Sykes to increase production capacity and further strengthen its ability to support international markets.
By creating a central hub focused on export operations, the company is able to provide greater scale, faster delivery times, and enhanced technical support to customers around the world.
Khansaheb Sykes appointed as a key contractor for the Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC) expansion at Expo City, a project targeting LEED certification and sustainable operations.
Sykes Pumps
Our team of specialist pumping engineers provides technical advice and service backup to supports a hire fleet comprising of more than 3000 units.
We are the preferred suppliers to many construction and utility companies and have vast experience in a diverse selection of industries including construction, water and waste, marine, power generation, petrochemical, aggregate and emergency services. From one-off pump hires to complex overpumping schemes, we deliver the right equipment and bespoke pumping solutions for our customers, regardless whether it is an emergency or planned works.
Andrews Chiller Hire
Applications often require low temperatures for ice rinks, food storage or industrial requirements, with our range of low temperature chillers and unique Fast Chill units enabling us to offer the perfect solution. Our team of specialist pumping engineers provides technical advice and service backup to supports a hire fleet comprising of more than 3000 units.
Our clients include HVAC contractors, facility managers, petrochemical plants, telecommunications providers, data centres, event organisers and food manufacturers. As industry leaders, we work with our clients to deliver the optimum chilling solution, whether they require small standalone packages or complex systems in a fast cost-effective and professional way.
Andrews Ventilation
In ventilation applications, they provide fresh air to confined spaces or areas with restricted access. In recent year we have also added high capacity fans for use in tunnels and have complemented the range with dust filters, ducting and specialist accessories.
Andrews Air Conditioning Hire
Our customers include local authorities, retail and leisure groups, healthcare establishments, facilities management and IT companies. Andrews Air Conditioning Hire takes pride in providing the best air conditioning units and cooling solutions, at the right price, whenever you need it. We have more than 10,000 units in our hire fleet ranging from 2kW to 90kW, all of which are available for instant delivery nationwide 24/7/365.
Andrews Boiler Hire
To complement our boiler range, we provide air handlers, fan coils, heat exchangers, fuel tanks, hoses and any other accessories required to complete an installation. Our engineers are gas safe qualified and provide a 24/7/365 installation and service back-up. We have extensive experience in both the commercial and public sector, and we will deliver the solution you require whatever your application.
Sykes Silt Away
At Sykes Pumps, we understand the critical importance of effective water treatment for industrial operations. Introduced in 2024, Sykes Silt Away is our water treatment range, featuring advanced technologies to enhance water quality compliance and management.
With decades of experience behind us, we’re delighted to now offer our customers these groundbreaking new solutions and establish a division specifically geared towards this niche provision. We will leverage our expertise to develop and pioneer innovations ahead of legislative changes, keeping our customers on the right side of environmental conformity.
We’re putting the future of clients’ water compliance and efficiency into focus by making it easy for you to avoid financial penalties, reputation damage, or any other undesirable outcomes. With our revolutionary solutions, we can help you achieve higher quality, lower risks, greater sustainability, and new levels of operational productivity.
Andrews Heat for Hire
From a single unit to warm a small office to a complex installation on a multi-storey construction development, you can trust Andrews Heat for Hire to develop the right solution. Our goal is to provide our clients with a safe, fast, professional and expert solution to the heating challenges they face. Our network of depots offers a comprehensive service 24/7/365, supplying electric, gas and oil fuelled heaters for immediate delivery complete with the necessary fuel, accessories and expertise that you require.
Andrews Dehumidification
Whether it is for a short-term emergency following a flood or a long-term dehumidification programme for the storage of delicate and sensitive materials, Andrews can provide the perfect solution. Our range includes both small portable units and high capacity specialist units, all of which are available from any of our strategically located service depots through the country.
Other UK subsidiaries
Climate Contingency Services
CCS provide bespoke and tailored contingency solutions for cooling, heating and pumping systems, ranging from a simple risk assessment or contingency plan to a full emergency standby system. So many businesses experience problems because they do not have a contingency plan in place. From broken pumping systems to damaged heaters, a business can come to a stop without having a contingency.
Vital services operations such as hospitals, data centres, telecommunication operators and emergency services are all included in our client list. CCS offer the full range of Andrews Sykes products along with guaranteed response time and a peace of mind should an emergency strike at any time.
UK depots
Europe
The Netherlands
Andrews Sykes BV was established in 1971 and has grown to provide a comprehensive regional coverage of the Netherlands through four strategically placed depots. Today, as part of Europe’s leading specialist climate hire group, Andrews Sykes BV provide a full range of portable climate hire solutions for, construction sites, industrial locations, retail outlets, banks, server rooms, telecommunication operators, corporate events organisers, facilities managers and many more.
Our expertise and experience have enabled Andrews Sykes BV to become market leaders in Holland, for air conditioning, ventilation, heating, dehumidification, boiler and chiller hire. Our engineers based from depots in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Eindhoven and Hoogeveen provide our Dutch clients with a genuine 24/7/365 service.
Switzerland
Andrews Sykes offers portable climate control equipment hire solutions in the Romande part of Switzerland via our subsidiary Climat Location SA. No matter what the demand, whether it is for urgent hire for extreme temperature control, to replace existing equipment due to break down or for a planned maintenance shut down, we have a team of experts ready to respond, select, and deliver the ideal hire equipment, for either short or long term hire.
Our first Swiss depot was opened in 2013 and is located between Geneva and Lausanne in order to provide a fast response throughout the French speaking Cantons.
Ireland
Andrews Sykes work closely with our local distributor Aska Sykes Ltd throughout Ireland. For more than 15 years, Aska Sykes have provided pumping and climate hire solutions to over 3000 customers in Ireland. They offer a nationwide coverage from depots located in Dublin, Carlow, Cork, Galway, Limerick, Lisburn and Belfast. Just like Andrews Sykes, they hire and sell pumps, boilers, heaters, chillers and portable air conditioners as well as supplying accessories for all equipment.
Belgium
Andrews Sykes BVBA, based in Brussels and Antwerpen, offers the complete range of Andrews Sykes climate hire services to the Belgian market. Our distribution and service structure allows us to offer a fast and effective service across the whole country. Our staff, literature and website have both French and Flemish languages. With more than 50 years’ experience in the Benelux region we provide dedicated specialist local expertise to our customers for the hire of air conditioning, heating, chillers, boilers and ventilation.
Andrews Sykes BVBA hold central stocks of hire equipment to ensure we can match a broad range of cooling, heating, ventilation and dehumidification solutions for both comfort temperature control and a wide range of industrial processes.
Italy
Nolo Climat Srl is the Andrews Sykes Italian climate rental operation. This business opened in 2011 and has grown significantly in recent years to become a market leader in the hire of air conditioning, heaters, dehumidification, chillers and boilers in Northern Italy. The first depot was opened in Milan and quickly doubled in size. This depot proved to be the ideal location to cover Italy’s second city and the Lombardy region, with the easy access to the motorway network, our coverage has extended and has led to further growth throughout the country.
In 2017, we opened a second depot in Bologna in order to accommodate the growing demand for our products and services. The Group chose Italy as a base for its strategic expansion after enjoying strong manufacturing links with the country for over 20 years and this has assisted the business in becoming a leading authority for Chiller hire in a very short period of time.
Following a substantial increase in business activity across northern Italy, a third depot was opened – this time in Verona – during the first half of 2021. By the end of the year, a separate pumps microsite was created for our Italian business after a product diversification preceded the subsequent launch of our Noleggia Pompe subsidiary.
Luxembourg
Following our success in Belgium and Holland we have extended our coverage into Luxembourg with the opening of a new operation, Andrews Sykes Climat Location srl, in 2013. This business works closely with our Belgian operation to provide the full range of Andrews Sykes climate rental products across the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg.
France
Andrews Sykes have been working with our customers in France for many years and in 2012 opened our French subsidiary company, Andrews Sykes Climat Location SAS. The first branch of our French business was opened in Lille; a location specifically chosen because the city’s busy commercial activity. Our expansion into this region enabled us to offer Northern France a full range of climate hire products, including air conditioners, heaters, dehumidifiers, chillers and boilers.
In 2014, we added a second depot in Paris in order to accommodate the growing demand for our services from within the capital City. Since then, our Paris base has undergone significant expansion and is now twice the size of the original building. Following an incredibly successful period, it was decided that additional space would be needed to store an increased hire fleet and house extra employees who have since joined the company.
A third depot was then opened in 2015 and a fourth in 2018, with Andrews Sykes Climat Location adding Lyon and Marseille to the list of major French cities we can claim to have a strong presence in. The choice of these cities also allows us to provide a comprehensive climate hire service throughout the South, South-East and South-West of France.
In 2020, we opened a fifth depot, in Toulouse, to better accommodate our customers across the southwest of France. The summer of 2020 saw us open a sixth depot in France – this time in Nantes – giving us excellent local coverage of the Great West region.
The Middle East
UAE
Khansaheb Sykes LLC is the UAE market leader in dewatering solutions and pump hire. With over 100 dedicated employees operating from branches in Sharjah, Dubai and Abu Dhabi, no other provider in the UAE has as much local pump hire experience in deep well dewatering, groundwater control and specialist pump hire solutions. Both pump hire and pump sales are available including diesel centrifugal pumps and bore hole deep well pumps.
Khansaheb Sykes was originally set up in 1975 in the United Arab Emirates, following involvement on the Shindegah Tunnel Crossing of the Dubai Creek. As a joint venture with Khansaheb Civil Engineering L.L.C., Khansaheb Sykes was created as a specialised dewatering contractor and pumping equipment supplier for building, construction and petrochemical operations together with water companies and local municipalities. Since then, we have been involved in all major infrastructure projects such as the prestigious Jebel Ali Port and Dubai Dry Docks.
In 2012 we opened our UAE climate hire operation, Andrews Sykes Climate Rental LLC to provide air conditioning hire and chiller hire products throughout the Middle East. We provide temporary cooling solutions to a very wide and diverse selection of clients including hotels, events, construction, utilities, gas and oil, transportation, manufacturing and many more. With units ranging from 2 kw mobile coolers to multi mega-watt packages we can provide solutions for small offices up to district cooling applications.
In 2020, we added an additional depot location in Dubai following a substantial investment in our Middle Eastern operations.
Kuwait
Sykes Pumps Kuwait are supplied through Ali Alghanim & Son General Trading w.l.l. and together, we offer unrivalled expertise in well pointing, deep well dewatering and all general ground water control and pumping needs. Whether it is for pump sales, pump hire, or dewatering pumps solutions, we offer a local contact point that has the complete Sykes Pumps international resource at their disposal.
Saudi Arabia
Sykes Pumps have been active in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for more than 30 years. In 2013 we decided to set up a new operation to focus on dewatering hire applications throughout the Eastern Region. With the huge volume of construction projects and high water tables the region offer great opportunities for our products and services, Andrews Sykes Pumps Saudi Arabia is planned to operational during 2014.
Bahrain
Sykes Pumps Bahrain are supplied exclusively through YK Almoayyed & Sons (HEAVY EQUIPMENT) and together, we offer unrivalled expertise in well pointing, deep well dewatering and all general ground water control and pumping needs. Whether it is for pump sales, pump hire, or dewatering pumps solutions, we offer a local contact point that has the complete Sykes Pumps international resource at their disposal.
Oman
Sykes Pumps Oman are supplied through Al Ansari Trading Enterprise LLC and together, we offer unrivalled expertise in well pointing, deep well dewatering and all general ground water control and pumping needs. Whether it is for pump sales, pump hire, or dewatering pumps solutions, we offer a local contact point that has the complete Sykes Pumps international resource at their disposal.
Qatar
Sykes Pumps Qatar offers unrivalled expertise in well pointing, deep well dewatering and all general ground water control and pumping needs. Whether it is for pump sales, pump hire, or dewatering pumps solutions, we offer a local contact point that has the complete Sykes Pumps international resource at their disposal.
North America
USA
In the United States of America, Sykes Pumps have been a leading brand for well over 50 years with our Univac range of pumps being a popular choice for contactors and pump rental companies alike. Our distributors and agents have provided a comprehensive and localised product range (for both sales and hire) to meet the rigorous demands of the American market. With pumps ranging from 4 inches to 16 inches, whilst taking into consideration durability, ease of use, portability, versatility, and environmental concerns. We are always looking to develop our distribution network throughout the USA and welcome enquiries for agencies and distributorships. For further information please send your details to [email protected].
No other company has more expertise and heritage in pumping, dewatering and specialist fluid moving than Sykes and in 2017 we celebrated 160 years in the business. Our successful business stems from the same core values we used 160 years ago, and they still shape our business today.
Our Andrews brand supply an unbeatable range of the best cooling and heating equipment at the right price, for virtually every need, location and application. The reason why we are the UK’s largest and most reliable specialist company is because we follow our very own core values. We aim to adhere to our core values in everything that we do:
Quality
- We consistently invest in our rental fleet to ensure we can provide the “right product” for the “right solution”
- We adhere to strict maintenance regimes to ensure our products are “best in class”
Service
- We value our customers and their feedback and adjust to operate within their timeframe 24/7
- We don’t expect our customers to be kept waiting without keeping them informed
- We strive to deliver; in full, on time, all the time
Expertise
- Like all businesses Andrews Sykes Hire revolves around the people we employ
- We invest in our people to ensure we have a fully trained and competent team whether it be field sales or service engineers
Innovation
- We pride ourselves on being first in bringing “new” products to market
- Costs of running equipment is now very high on our customers agenda. With this in mind we strive to provide products with the “best” running costs in the industry
The Company, Our People and You
From our modest beginning as a single pump store in London, we’ve grown to become the UK’s topmost supplier in pumping and cooling facilities. We employ around 500 people, with depots covering the breadth of Great Britain, as well as subsidiaries in Europe and the Middle East. Our business has a wide customer base spanning industry, commerce and the public sector. We’ve been in business since 1857 and have built a reputation for outstanding quality and service.
Our success is rooted in the talents of people who are passionate about what they do, whatever area of our business they work in: Sales, Management, Operations, Engineering or Support Services. We want our people to enjoy their work and feel confident within the job they carry-out. So we offer training sessions as well as review sessions to monitor your progress, making sure everyone has the support they need to achieve their full potential.
We offer a large scale and scope of opportunities at Andrews Sykes. As well as different jobs in our warehouses we have a range of roles at our head office in Wolverhampton and across our many depots in the UK. We have a diverse range of employees and promote a healthy environment ensuring everyone is offered equality of opportunity to achieve their full potential. That is why many of our employees have stayed with us for over 20 years and more, growing and developing within our company. We need committed and capable people to join our Regional, Depot or Head Office teams, so if you think you have what it takes join our company then you can apply on our website today.
Non-Executive Chairman
Jean-Jacques Murray – Chairman
Age 59
Jean-Jacques Murray was appointed to the Board as a Non-Executive Director in December 1994, becoming Vice-Chairman in February 2007, Non-Executive Chairman in June 2023 and Executive Chairman in February 2024. Mr Murray leads the Board and is responsible for setting its agenda, defines its approach to corporate governance and ensures its effectiveness, he is also Chairman of the Boards remuneration committee.
Mr Murray graduated with a BA in Finance from Los Angeles Pepperdine University in 1988 and obtained his Masters Degree in 1990. He is non-executive vice chairman of London Security plc, Nu-Swift Ltd, and Ansul S.A.
Executive Director
Carl Webb – Group Managing Director
Age 58
Industry specialist, having managed the group’s UK hire and sales business for the last 15 years. Appointed Group Managing Director on 5 March 2021.
Non-Executive Directors
Marie-Claire Leon – Non-Executive Director
Age 62
Marie-Claire Leon was appointed to the Board as a Non-Executive Director in February 2007. She has served as an assistant to Jacques Gaston Murray since 1999 and is responsible for overseeing various projects around the world on his behalf.
Ms Leon graduated from California State University in 1988 with a Bachelor degree in Business Administration, with a particular focus on Marketing Management, New Venture and Small Business Management. Ms. Leon is also a non-executive director of London Security Plc.
Xavier Mignolet – Non-Executive Director
Age 60
Xavier Mignolet was appointed to the Board as a Non-Executive Director in February 2007.
Mr Mignolet graduated with a Masters Degree in Commercial and Financial Sciences at HEC In Liege Belgium in 1987. Having started his career in financial audit for PWC in Brussels, he then became Financial Director for the Ansul Group. Mr Mignolet is also managing director of London Security plc, and is a director of Ansul S.A. and Importex S.A.
Emmanuel David Olivier Adrien Sebag – Non-Executive Director
Age 57
Emmanuel Sebag was appointed to the Board as a Non-Executive Director in February 1997.
Mr Sebag graduated from Carnegie-Mellon University in 1991 with a Masters in Industrial Administration. Mr Sebag is an executive director of London Security plc.
Jean-Pierre Murray – Non-Executive Vice-Chairman
Age 57
Jean-Pierre Murray was appointed to the Board as a Non-Executive Director in August 2008 and appointed as Non-Executive Vice-Chairman in February 2024. He is also a non-executive director of London Security plc.
Mr Murray graduated from Los Angeles Pepperdine University in 1990 with a BA in Finance, and gained his Masters degree in Business in 1993.
Independent Non-Executive Director
Andrew James Kitchingman – Independent Non-Executive Director
Age 61
Andrew Kitchingman was appointed to the Board as an Independent Non-Executive Director in July 2018. He is chairman of the audit committee and a member remuneration committee of the Board.
Mr Kitchingman is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants (FCA) and graduated in 1985 with a BSc in Mathematics from Kings College, University of London. He is a director of a number of companies, including the non-executive chairman of Mpac Group plc and the non-executive chairman of HC Slingsby plc, both companies with its shares admitted to trading on the AIM Market of the London Stock Exchange. Mr Kitchingman is Non-executive director of London Security plc. Mr Kitchingman was previously a non-executive director of MORhomes PLC, Lonpro Holdings PLC, Incommunities Group Limited and a director of the Cathedral Choir School Ripon Limited.
Company Secretary
Ian Poole
Ian Poole was appointed Company Secretary in June 2021.
Mr Poole has over 10 years experience in various senior financial positions.
