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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Holly Williams

Boss of B&Q and Screwfix owner Kingfisher quits after seven years

  • Thierry Garnier, the chief executive of Kingfisher, which owns B&Q and Screwfix, is set to step down from his role.
  • He will take on the position of president and chief executive at the Netherlands-headquartered supermarket group Ahold Delhaize.
  • Garnier's exact departure date from Kingfisher is yet to be confirmed, but he has a 12-month notice period and will remain until a successor is found.
  • He is anticipated to commence his new role at Ahold Delhaize around April 2027, succeeding the outgoing Frans Muller.
  • Garnier joined Kingfisher in September 2019, navigating the company through the Covid-19 pandemic and implementing significant strategic initiatives.

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