Australian decorative pots and garden décor supplier, Northcote Pottery has been acquired by US company Griffon Corporation.
Northcote Pottery is now part of Ames True Temper, which has a head office in Melbourne and is the largest supplier of non-powered landscaping products in the US.
There are no changes planned to the Northcote Pottery team with Simon Hupfeld to remain as CEO while previous owner Andrew McMahon will continue as a consult to the business.
Northcote Pottery will retain its Melbourne headquarters and distribution warehouses around Australia.
“We are very proud of the Northcote team, and are confident that this next chapter in Northcote’s proud history will bring exciting opportunities for the many individuals that continue to deliver great value to our business” says Simon Hupfeld, Northcote Pottery CEO.
“Our valued customers will enjoy the benefits of our enhanced supply chain and expanded product range, our group of talented employees stand to benefit through the continued growth of our business, and our many trusted suppliers – both at home and abroad – will also enjoy the possibility of working with our now expanded business network.”
