Russell Hobbs Electric Kettle

Russell Hobbs is a British brand established in 1952 by William Russell and Peter Hobbs, renowned for its innovative household appliances, notably the first automatic electric kettle introduced in 1955. Over the years, the company expanded its product range to include toasters, coffee machines, and food processors. In 2010, Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc., a U.S.-based consumer products company, acquired Russell Hobbs, integrating it into its Home and Personal Care division. Manufacturing operations have been primarily relocated to China, with some production in other locations. In the UK, Ultimate Products holds an exclusive license to use the Russell Hobbs trademark for non-electrical kitchen and laundry products, a relationship that has been in place since 2011. (oldham-chronicle.co.uk)