PORVAIR FILTRATION GROUP - Key Persons


David Mellor - CFO

Job Titles:
  • Finance Director
David started out in the Pharmaceutical Industry working for Wyeth and worked his way from Trainee Accountant to Finance Director focusing predominantly on the manufacturing and distribution of both prescription and over-the-counter drugs.

Gabriel Knight

Job Titles:
  • General Manager - Caribou Division
Gabe was previously the Engineering Manager for Contour360 a leading manufacturer of specialty engineered carbide cutting tools. Prior to that leading the Operations team for Applied Thermal Sciences. Conducting research and development work on free piston engines, high-speed propulsion systems and lightweight engineered structures. Relevant experience: Gabe brings substantial knowledge of precision manufacturing and project management, with a proven history of quality assurance to meet the ever-increasing demands of today's supply chain. Professional membership: ASME

Ian Boxall

Job Titles:
  • Engineering and Technical Director
Initially starting his career in the filtration industry, Ian gained wider engineering experience in the agricultural vehicle industry as a Senior Engineer with Ford New Holland, before returning to the filtration sector. Progressing within the business, he has built a comprehensive knowledge of research and development and manufacturing operations.

Jelle Lanting

Job Titles:
  • General Manager - Royal Dahlman
Jelle has a strong commercial background focusing on Industrial Services and Contracting within the Maritime and Aviation industries. He has largely held roles focusing on the company's P&L, and specializes in organizational change and growth. Jelle has specific knowledge of contracts and legal having spent most of his career working internationally.

Jon Churchill

Job Titles:
  • General Manager - Segensworth Division
Jon was previous VP Global Operations for Data Storage Systems Division of Seagate Technology LLC. Prior to that leading the WW Operations team for a Capital Equipment OEM with its roots in IBM, having grown within that organisation through 15 years in procurement engineering and supply chain management.

Karishma Pimpale

Job Titles:
  • General Manager - Mumbai Division
Karishma took the role as General Manager of Porvair's India Division in 2020, having worked within the industry since 2007. Although this was during the COVID19 pandemic, Karishma had full confidence in the Company's leadership and vision and has successfully put in place strategic plans to grow the business.

Mike Hughes

Job Titles:
  • General Manager - New Milton Division
A lifelong specialist in filtration, Mike was a consultant for 3 years before joining Porvair, specialising in risk management and M&A within the filtration sector. Previously he was Managing Director of PCI Membranes Ltd and International Business Development Director for ITT, now Xylem. A Commercial Director, Mike has worked extensively internationally, spending extended periods overseas, working in India, Eastern Europe and the USA.

Paul Nunes

Job Titles:
  • General Manager - Boise Division
Paul was the Operations Manager at the Boise division and for TEM Filter Company. Prior to that, Paul was a manufacturing technician and area coordinator at INTEL. Gabriel Knight General Manager - Caribou Division Joined Porvair Filtration Group in November 2020. Previous career:

Steve Potter

Job Titles:
  • General Manager - Ashland Division
Steve spent 5 years as the Operations Manager for Honeywell International's speciality materials business in Colonial Heights, Virginia. Prior to that, he held leadership roles in the fibre optic component, building materials, and energy sectors.

Tom Liddell - Managing Director

Job Titles:
  • Managing Director
Tom began his career in the Nuclear Industry, working for the private arm of the UK Atomic Energy Authority, designing equipment, and managing significant construction projects associated with decommissioning. Following that he worked as a consultant on intellectual property and then managed a small business developing next-generation portable power for the British Army.