Whirlpool wins gold at Designer Kitchen & Bathroom Awards

Whirlpool, the world’s leading manufacturer of major home appliances, has announced it is a gold award winner in the Innovation in Sustainability category at the prestigious Designer Kitchen & Bathroom Awards 2016.

The coveted accolade for Whirlpool’s 6TH SENSE® technology was announced at the illustrious event held at the SuperNova, London, on 9th November 2016.

The Designer Kitchen & Bathroom Awards has a single mission to give credit to the amazing designers that work in the kitchen and bathroom industry. Winners of the renowned Product Innovation Awards are hand-picked by a distinguished team of judges, which are drawn from an array of sectors, with extensive experience and expertise in the industry.

Moments matter and Whirlpool promises to deliver intuitive and intelligent appliances that empower the consumer. Whirlpool’s 6TH SENSE® technology gives real assistance across all appliances categories, from laundry to cooking, and guarantees perfect and effortless results every time, maximising resource savings and leaves the consumer free to live their life.

Mark Ridealgh, Head of Whirlpool Brand UK, says: “We thank the panel of judges for recognising Whirlpool for this award. The unique technology that is 6TH SENSE® has revolutionised appliances and really enriches the personal lifestyles of our consumers. We are truly thrilled to be honoured and recognised for our appliances providing sustainable solutions in the kitchen.”

For more information on all Whirlpool products, contact your account manager, or visit the website at www.whirlpool.co.uk

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  1. Mark Ridealgh, Head of Whirlpool Brand UK, receiving the Gold Innovation in Sustainability Award for Whirlpool 6TH SENSE® technology at the Designer Kitchen & Bathroom Awards 2016.
  2. Designer Kitchen & Bathroom Awards 2016 Gold Winner Innovation in Sustainability award logo

The Whirlpool brand is part of Whirlpool UK Appliances Limited. Superior performance, intuitive technology, and cutting-edge design are the key pillars of the Whirlpool brand, achieving industry and consumer recognition for its collection of intelligent 6TH SENSE® appliance technology.

About Whirlpool UK Appliances Limited:

Whirlpool UK Appliances Limited is managed by Whirlpool EMEA, part of Whirlpool Corporation, the global leader in manufacturing and marketing of home appliances. Whirlpool UK Appliances Limited is the only white goods manufacturer in the UK to operate its own independent service and logistics operations.

Whirlpool UK Appliances Limited fully supports the AMDEA safety initiative, Register My Appliance, and is committed to encouraging householders to register their appliances: http://www.registermyappliance.org.uk/

About Whirlpool Corporation: Whirlpool Corporation is the number one major appliance manufacturer in the world, with approximately $21 billion in annual sales, 97,000 employees and 70 manufacturing and technology research centers throughout the world in 2015. The company markets Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Consul, Brastemp, Amana, Bauknecht, Jenn-Air, Indesit and other major brand names in nearly every country throughout the world. In Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) there are approximately 24,000 employees, a sales presence in more than 30 countries and manufacturing sites in eight countries. Whirlpool EMEA is an operating segment of Whirlpool Corporation. Whirlpool Corp.’s European Operations Center is located in Comerio (VA), Italy. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com. or follow us on twitter @WhirlpoolCorp

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17th November 2016

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