RWC
Reliance Worldwide
Reliance Worldwide Corporation (RWC) designs, manufactures, and supplies branded water flow, control, and monitoring products and solutions for the plumbing and heating industry. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of products, including push-to-connect plumbing and heating systems, pressure and temperature control valves, and smart home optimization technologies. RWC serves customers in ...
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Reliance Worldwide Corporation (RWC) designs, manufactures, and supplies branded water flow, control, and monitoring products and solutions for the plumbing and heating industry. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of products, including push-to-connect plumbing and heating systems, pressure and temperature control valves, and smart home optimization technologies. RWC serves customers in over 60 countries and aims to provide innovative, reliable, and efficient solutions for the modern built environment.
Company History
RWC began in 1949 as a small tool shop in Brisbane, Australia. Over the past 70 years, the company has evolved into a global provider of plumbing and heating solutions. RWC is now a publicly traded industrial company listed on the Australian Securities Exchange, with a reputation for innovation and a commitment to shaping a better world through its products.
Competitive Advantages
RWC's competitive advantages include its strong portfolio of established brands, such as SharkBite, Speedfit and Reliance Valves, which are recognized for quality and reliability. The company's focus on innovation and development of time-saving solutions provides a distinct advantage. RWC's global presence, with manufacturing plants and distribution hubs across the Americas, Asia-Pacific, and Europe, Middle East & Africa, enables it to efficiently serve a diverse customer base.
Risk Factors
- •Fluctuations in raw material prices
- •Changes in building codes and regulations
- •Intense competition in the plumbing and heating industry
Recent Developments
Last 6 months
Recent developments include the release of the 2025 Annual Report and Interim Financial Report. Investor briefings and presentations have also been released, outlining the company's strategy and performance. The company confirmed its full year trading outlook in May 2024.
Key People
Leadership team at Reliance Worldwide
Heath Sharp
Chief Executive Officer
Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, appointed 19 February 2016.
Andrew Johnson
CFO
Chief Financial Officer
Mr. Heath Sharp
CEO, MD & Director
Mr. Andrew Johnson CPA
Executive VP & Chief Financial Officer
Mr. Simon Woods
Group Senior VP of People and Information Services & Chief Company Officer for IT
Mr. Philip King
Group Investor Relations Director
Ms. Sandra Hall-Mulrain J.D.
Group Senior VP & General Counsel
Mr. Dixon Thurston
Chief Executive Officer of EMEA
Ms. Nicole Sumich
Chief Company Officer for APAC
Mr. William M. Kilpatrick
Executive VP & President of Americas Region