Bonfiglioli New Zealand has announced the promotion of Paul Savage to the role of New Zealand country manager.
Savage joined Bonfiglioli New Zealand in 2008, as the company’s national sales manager. Following a brief hiatus in 2023 and has now re-joined Bonfiglioli New Zealand to take up the reins as the new country manager.
“I’m very passionate about Bonfiglioli. The company has an extensive product range which allows our involvement in such a wide range of industry sectors and applications. I enjoy meeting people and being part of finding the best solutions for product development, product performance and reliability,” says Savage.
In his new role, Savage aims to ‘continue to make Bonfiglioli the most trusted and reliable supplier of industrial geared motor products in New Zealand’.
“It is my goal to develop the NZ team and to apply the values that guide me: accountability, trust, and respect for others. It’s the whole team’s job to build long-lasting relationships with our customers, adding value to their business, and fostering partnerships where we are all successful in achieving our goals. Having a close connection with our valued OEMs and end users, and understanding their individual businesses, is key to our success,” he says.
Savage will oversee and manage a team of 13 staff as well as manage production and drive the overall efficiency of the operation.
“We are delighted to have Paul back at the helm,” says Bonfiglioli Australia and New Zealand MD, Martin Broglia. “His experience and expertise make him an asset to the company, and we look forward to continued expansion for the New Zealand branch, under his guidance.”
Broglia has also announced that the company is upgrading and expanding its 5,000m2 Sydney production facility, to meet growing local demand for its solutions.
“We’ve seen an increase in demand for heavy duty (HD) products, particularly in mining applications, as well as in crane systems and material handling projects. Our current production setup was not going to allow for the growth required to fulfil demand,” he says.
The expansion plans include the purchase of a new HD machine from Italy, with an A$500 000 price tag. “This machine is fully automated and allows for more sizes to be built on one machine,” says Broglia. In addition, the company has acquired several large and small cranes, taking the company’s total expansion investment to $700 000.
“With this new equipment and machinery, we will be able to build gearboxes faster and deliver to customers quicker,” says Broglia. The HD assembly process takes four days and includes testing and painting of gearboxes. The new machine will enable Bonfiglioli to double its output, achieving delivery of around ten gearboxes each week.
“Bonfiglioli has established itself as a market-leading supplier by offering high-quality gearboxes that deliver high ratio with high output torque, making them particularly effective in demanding industrial applications. In addition, we have invested in developing our local presence and stockholding, ensuring our customers receive exceptional support and service. The addition of new machinery and equipment at our Sydney facility is the next step in our commitment to supporting the growth and success of local industries”.