Disrupting the way manufacturing operates to unlock true potential.
About Lineview
Our founders’ experienced challenges on the shop floor
first-hand
Founded in 2001, Lineview was inspired by co-founder Ian Rowledge’s experience as a production manager at Coca-Cola Enterprises. Frustrated by the lack of actionable data to identify key issues and improve processes, Ian envisioned a solution to transform manufacturing operations.
Driving ideal
production,
every day.
We’re on a mission to bring sustainable production into reality
Lineview provides innovative software solutions that offer real-time information, helping manufacturers unlock business growth by enhancing efficiency, reducing environmental impact, and improving product quality. Our mission is to empower organizations to make informed decisions and drive business performance.
Our team
Our hands-on team collaborates to improve how the world manufactures in a sustainable, efficient way. We champion innovation to challenge and improve industry norms and are perhaps most proud of the strong partnerships we have built. Together, we’re all responsible for building a smarter, more sustainable world—one where the full potential of manufacturing is realized without compromise.
Our leadership team
At the helm, our leaders have 100 years+ combined manufacturing experience.
Steve Adams
Chief Executive Officer
Steve has over 30 years of experience in global supply chain management. As Former Vice President of Supply Chain at Coca-Cola European Partners, Steve has operated at all levels of the supply chain.
Samir Shah
Chief Professional Services Officer
Samir is a chartered engineer and a manufacturing operations improvement expert with over ten years of site operations experience. He has consulted on operational excellence and continuous improvement to some of the biggest manufacturers in the world.
Andy Sykes
Chief Technology Officer
Andy is a seasoned Senior Program Director with expertise in delivering multi-million-pound regulatory programs across industries such as banking and telecoms. He excels in managing IT and change programs, building global Agile, Hybrid, and Waterfall teams, and engaging C-Suite stakeholders.
Barry Osbourne
Chief Product Officer
Barry has over 20 years of experience in leading software and digital solution delivery. He has held pivotal roles at major companies like Mars and Pirelli, and founded Kynsale, focusing on digital innovation in complex industries.
Samantha Rushton
People Partners Manager
Samantha is a Strategic People Partners Manager, who acts as a consultant and advisor to our business leaders on people related matters. With a passion for supporting others to unlock their true potential, Samantha partners with leaders to develop and implement HR strategies that drive initiatives that support business growth , such as talent management, organisational development, employee relations, and performance management. She plays a key role in fostering a positive company culture and dedicated to enhancing employee experience.
Anthony Leon
Chief Finance Officer
Anthony is an experienced CFO with a track record of creating shareholder value in private equity and owner-managed businesses. He excels in delivering financial change programs, transforming finance functions, optimizing returns, and managing M&A processes. Anthony is committed to promoting team development and data-driven decision-making
Gareth Morris
Chief Revenue OfficerÂ
Gareth has 25 years experience in sales & leadership roles in technology companies, from early stage & startup through to Oracle and Salesforce. He most recently led OwnBackup International from 2 – 150 team members and exit to Salesforce. Â He is passionate about creating high performance teams with strong and healthy cultures.
Board of Directors
The best in global manufacturing innovation advise our leaders.
David Quantrell
Chairman
David has extensive experience in General Management and Sales leadership. He excels in driving organic and acquisition-based growth, delivering results-oriented change, and integrating acquired companies. David has successfully navigated various business challenges and is known for building high-performing teams.
Richard Davies
Non-executive Director
Richard has over 35 years of experience in delivering transformational operational improvement programmes, across a broad spectrum of sectors. A former Vice President of European Operations at Coca-Cola European Partners, Richard has since successfully transitioned into the private equity sector as a Chief Operating Officer, delivering accelerated value creation plans across a variety of businesses.
Steffen Kastner
Non-executive Director
Steffen is an investment professional with over 20 years of experience at Goldman Sachs, including roles as European co-head of Principal Debt Group. Since 2014, he has focused on independent projects in fund management, venture capital, and M&A, specializing in renewable energy, medtech, fintech, and alternative credit.
Ian Rowledge
Founder
Ian is a co-founder of Lineview, specializing in enhancing manufacturing efficiency through actionable insights and data-driven decision-making. He emphasizes the importance of workforce fulfillment and employs mindfulness practices to reduce stress, fostering high-performance teams across various industries, particularly in food and beverage.
Anthony Leon
Chief Finance Officer
Anthony is an experienced CFO with a track record of creating shareholder value in private equity and owner-managed businesses. He excels in delivering financial change programs, transforming finance functions, optimizing returns, and managing M&A processes. Anthony is committed to promoting team development and data-driven decision-making
Steve Adams
Chief Executive Officer
Steve has over 30 years of experience in global supply chain management. As Former Vice President of Supply Chain at Coca-Cola European Partners, Steve has operated at all levels of the supply chain.
Advisory Board
Bart Derde
Advisor
Bart is a global executive with over 30 years of experience in consumer goods and healthcare. As CEO and Founder of KCD Ventures, he invests in tech supply chain startups and consults for PE firms. Bart’s expertise spans supply chain digitization, decarbonization, and integration, having led major transformations at GSK and Haleon.
Our Partner Network
We collaborate with esteemed partners worldwide to deliver exceptional solutions. Together, we drive innovation, enhance efficiency, and achieve remarkable results in manufacturing operations.
Our story
Explore the key milestones in Lineview’s journey from inception to becoming a global leader in manufacturing solutions.
Lineview version 1
2010
First web version of Lineview
2015
AB InBev begins full roll-out across Mexico. Systems were also installed in China, South Korea & India
2017
Installations at Danone New Zealand
2018
Keurig Dr Pepper pilot turns into roll-out
2019
Pilot and roll-out at Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages
2020
Aston Manor roll-out across UK
Also Brewdog, Twinnings and Coca-Cola Thainamthip
2022
Roll-out at Oulmes in Morocco and Suntory Europe and New Zealand
2024
Suntory Vietnam, Danone Japan, William Grants, Vikos in Greece
2001
Lineview is the first fully automated line monitoring system in Coca-Cola Enterprises
2005
Systems installed on critical lines across Europe in Coca-Cola Enterprises
2014
Lineview version 5
2016
Pilot at Swire Coca-Cola turns into full roll-out
Roll-outs at Pepsico across the world
Roll-outs across CC BIG sites in APAC
Systems installed at Fonterra new zealand
2021
Chivas (Pernod Ricard) plants in Scotland
Lines at PenBev Africa
2023
Systems installed at Coca-cola Del Fuerte, Muller, Innocent, Britvic, United Cameroon Breweries
OUR VALUES AND CULTURE
Driving win-win-win
results, together.
We champion a culture of perspective-taking and collaboration.
Deep Engagement
Immersive
We dive deep into our work, always pushing to learn and grow. With the latest tech and a shared mission, we’re fully connected to what we do.
Innovative Thinking
Disruptive
We challenge the status quo with bold, innovative thinking. By taking initiative and calculated risks, we’re building a sustainable future and company we’re proud of.
Unified Effort
Collaborative
We thrive on the magic that happens when diverse perspectives connect. It’s about the win-win-win opportunities for personal and professional success – not just for us, but also our customers and team.
