Global façade specialist Permasteelisa Group is targeting further expansion into the luxury retail sector with the announcement of a dedicated business unit.
The company has appointed Antoine Cazalis de Fondouce as general manager for global growth in the luxury retail market.
He is tasked with leading expansion into new and existing markets for Permasteelisa, including in the Asia–Pacific region, North America, and the Middle East.
“It will operate as a global business unit under the brand name Permasteelisa Gartner Retail,” said Permasteelisa.
Permasteelisa was first established in Italy in 1973 as a small window manufacturer.
Gartner was founded in Germany in 1868 and became a member of the Permasteelisa Group in 2001.
With 511 projects delivered since 2019 and 101 currently live, Permasteelisa is known for bespoke retail façades and fit outs for global luxury brands, mainly in Asia.
“This investment is backed by a project portfolio that demonstrates incredibly strong credentials in this field,” said Liam Cummins, Permasteelisa CEO.
“I am confident that under the leadership of Antoine, our Permasteelisa Gartner Retail brand will exceed its strategic ambitions as part of our vision to remain the leading international façade specialist.”
Antoine added: “We have a strong and growing team of over 160 specialists, who have delivered a demonstrable track record in executing bespoke projects that translate our luxury clients’ brand image into reality.
“We enjoy a very high level of repeat business from some of the world’s best-known luxury brands, thanks to our knowledge, experience, and investment in innovation.
“I am thrilled to join such a talented and dedicated team, and I look forward to the exciting plans we have in place to drive the continued success and growth of this business.”
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