d73e5387 13f3 45e6 8909 4b96cd45fbc6 Chris Ainger becomes BPF Pipes Group president

Chris Ainger of Naylor Drainage Ltd is the newly appointed President of the BPF Pipes Group.

Chris is managing director of Naylor and brings more than 20 years of expertise in operational excellence, strategic growth and stakeholder leadership.

With a strong record of improving performance, quality and sustainability across complex manufacturing environments, Chris joined Naylor in March 2025 to help build their vision.

Prior to joining Naylor, Chris was General Manager at IPL Schoeller, who manufacture customised injection and blow moulded packaging solutions for food, consumer, agriculture, automotive, logistics and environmental markets, leading large teams and delivering significant improvements in efficiency, profitability and customer service.  His career includes senior roles in quality, health and safety, engineering and divisional leadership across sectors such as plastics, electrical distribution, medical devices and advanced manufacturing.

With an MBA, a foundation in mechanical engineering and extensive accreditation in quality and safety systems, Chris is known for developing high-performing teams, strengthening supply chains and driving sustainable business growth.  His leadership will support the continued advancement of high-quality, sustainable pipe systems across the UK.

The BPF Pipes Group welcome Chris to the helm and look forward to the steer and support that Chris will offer.