SI LINE EXPANDS EUROPEAN PRESENCE FOR BRUNSWICK

Gaspare Piunti, CEO of Si Line SRL, has retired from the company, effective Dec. 31.

Si Line has been Brunswick Bowling’s distributor in Italy, Croatia, Tunisia, San Marino, Algeria, Libya and parts of Switzerland. Valcke Bowling, Brunswick’s exclusive distributor to much of Central Europe, will add Si Line’s territories to its service area.

“The opportunity to work alongside the immensely talented team at Brunswick Bowling has been the privilege of a lifetime, but it is now time to pass the baton,” said Piunti. “I know I am leaving my customers in good hands. Henri Valcke has a strong vision for the future, he knows how to lead a company, and I cannot wait to see what he accomplishes in the territory.”

Added Valcke: “We are very proud to expand in Si Line’s territories and are committed to continuing the work started by Gaspare and his team. We are looking forward to meeting the customers, sharing our range of innovative products, and providing them with excellent Valcke Bowling service.”

Corey Dykstra, President and CEO of Brunswick Bowling, said he is excited about the future.

“Gaspare has been a trusted partner and we wish him the best in his retirement,” Dykstra said. “We welcome the new leadership in the territory and look forward to Henri’s plans to position the company for long-term success. Bowling centers built by the Valcke Bowling team are considered the gold standard in their markets and have won multiple design awards. Our team is extremely excited about the opportunities ahead and look forward to this partnership as we continue to achieve mutual success for our clients.”