Deal cut in the battle for Bremworth

Rob Hewett (left) is leading the charge to roll the Bremworth board chaired by George Adams (right). (Image: NZME)

Tue, 18 Mar 2025

The two sides of the boardroom battle at carpetmaker Bremworth have cut a deal.George Adams has stepped down as chair and will be replaced by Rob Hewett, who is currently in India on Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s delegation.Adams and John Rae will remain on the board. As of Monday night, Paul Izzard, Katherine Turner, and Dianne Williams resigned.The trio will make way for Trevor Burt, Julie Bohnenn, and Murray Dyer, who will join the board, which will increase from five to six members.'Goodwill on both sides'It follows 11% o...

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