Announcement from Group Management: Leadership Transition at Schades Ltd and Hamilton–Schades
Schades Group, 9 June 2026

Dear Valued Partners and Clients,
On behalf of Group Management, we are writing to formally announce an important leadership transition within our UK subsidiaries, Schades Ltd and Hamilton-Schades.
Jack Hugill, who has successfully served as the Managing Director for both entities, has made the decision to retire, effective June 9th, 2026. Group Management is immensely grateful for Jack’s leadership and the significant contributions he has made to strengthening our business operations and nurturing our valued client relationships over the years.
As we look to the future, Group Management is proud to promote from within our strong internal leadership pool to ensure complete business continuity and a seamless transition for our partners:
Both incoming Managing Directors bring a wealth of experience, proven track records, and a deep understanding of our operations. This decision by Group Management reflects our commitment to stability and ensures that the high level of service and collaboration you expect from us will continue without interruption.
Our strategic direction and commitment to your success remain unchanged. Over the coming weeks, John and Chris look forward to reaching out to you personally.
If you have any immediate questions regarding this transition, please do not hesitate to contact your primary account manager.
Thank you for your continued partnership and trust.
Warm regards,
Group Management
Schades Group






















