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RNS Number : 9500F  Midwich Group PLC  28 May 2026

28 May 2026

Midwich Group plc

("Midwich" or the "Group")

 

Appointment of Non-Executive Director

Midwich Group (AIM: MIDW), a global specialist audio visual distributor to the
trade market, today announces it has appointed Peter Malpas as an independent
Non-Executive Director with effect from 1 June 2026, replacing Mike Ashley who
stepped down from the Board on 12 May 2026. Upon his appointment, Peter will
be a member of the Group's Board, Audit, Nominations, Remuneration and
Sustainability Committees.

With over 20 years' experience, Peter has held a range of senior leadership
roles at IMO Precision Controls Ltd, Brammer Group (now Rubix) and RS Group
plc, and is currently the President of EMEA at RS Group plc. Peter has deep
experience working in distribution businesses, in particular across EMEA, and
will further strengthen the Board's skillset thanks to his valuable blend of
engineering, sales, commercial strategy and operational management experience.

Peter Malpas, aged 58, holds or has held the following
directorships/partnerships in the past five years:

 Current Directorships or Partnerships:  Previous Directorships or Partnerships:
 RS Components Limited                   N/A

Andrew Herbert, Non-Executive Chairman, commented:

"We are delighted to announce the appointment of Peter Malpas as Non-Executive
Director of Midwich Group plc. Peter is an experienced senior executive and
will add current and relevant experience to the board.  He has a background
in international distribution alongside manufacturing and own brand product
development.  Peter will be an invaluable addition to the team, helping shape
and drive implementation of our growth strategy.

I would also like to thank Mike Ashley for his tireless energy and commitment
to the board, and for his contribution to the successful growth of the
business since IPO."

 

There are no other matters which are required to be disclosed in accordance
with Rule 17 and paragraph (g) of Schedule Two of the AIM Rules for Companies.

 

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Stephen Fenby, Group Chief Executive Officer

Adam Councell, Group Chief Finance Officer
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About Midwich Group

 

Specialisation at scale.

Midwich Group is a network of businesses which partner with the world's
leading technology companies to accelerate their growth. Selling into over 50
countries from 23 global locations, the Group specialises in audiovisual
technology - whether in state-of-the-art meeting rooms or on a festival main
stage, our solutions help the world connect, communicate, or experience wow
moments.

 

Taking technology further.

With services ranging from product distribution to complex system design,
focused marketing campaigns to flexible financing solutions, and showcase
events to seed funding for startups, the Group's ever-expanding offering is
designed to add value and solve its partners' biggest challenges.

This has enabled the Group to maintain strong relationships with global
manufacturers and a diverse customer base of 24,000, including professional
integrators, event production companies and IT resellers in sectors such as
education, corporate, retail and live events.

 

Enabling tomorrow.

With over 1,700 employees across the UK and Ireland, EMEA, Asia
Pacific and North America, the company is committed to being a responsible
employer. The Group wants to do the right thing and actively works to limit
its impact on the environment and communities and recognises the importance of
giving back - find out more about our sustainability activities here
(https://midwichgroupplc.com/sustainability/) .

 

Help us go further, together.

 

For further information, please visit www.midwichgroupplc.com
(http://www.midwichgroupplc.com/)

 

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