Torsion Group has announced key leadership appointments within Torsion Care and Torsion Projects as the business continues to expand in line with its strategic growth plan.
In 2024, Torsion Care was highly active, completing the acquisition of six new schemes and successfully delivering four care homes & 2 retirement living schemes.
Since its inception in 2019, Torsion Care has delivered 423 care bedrooms across seven schemes and 264 retirement living apartments. The business has also secured a pipeline of 448 additional units, with a future pipeline of 1,898 beds and apartments, representing a total gross development value (GDV) of £364 million.
Leadership Appointments
Martin Hutson – CEO, Torsion Care & Torsion Projects
Martin Hutson has been appointed Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Torsion Care and Torsion Projects, following the continued expansion of the business. He steps into this role from his previous position as Managing Director of Torsion Care.
Under Martin’s leadership, Torsion Care has experienced significant growth, establishing itself as a market leader in the care sector. He will continue to drive the company’s ambitious expansion in care and retirement living, strengthening investment partnerships and advancing its vertically integrated model of Invest, Develop, Construct, and Operate.
John Currie continues his leadership as Managing Director of Torsion Projects, ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality developments across the business.
Ian Ward – Managing Director, Torsion Care
Ian Ward has been promoted to Managing Director of Torsion Care, recognising his outstanding contributions to the business. Since joining the business in 2021, Ian has played a key role in strengthening operations and driving expansion. In his new role, he will lead the day-to-day operations, strategic growth, and reporting functions of Torsion Care.
Commenting on the promotions, Martin Hutson said: “I am thrilled to announce the well-deserved promotion of Ian Ward to Managing Director of Torsion Care. Ian has been an invaluable member of our team, demonstrating outstanding leadership and commitment to our vision. His expertise in care and retirement living developments, coupled with his deep understanding of operational oversight, makes him the perfect leader to drive the business forward in this next chapter.”
Dan Spencer, Founder & CEO of Torsion Group, added: “Martin has been an exceptional business partner, driving the rapid growth of Torsion Care and establishing it as a market leader in the care and retirement living sector. His strategic vision and ability to deliver results have played a crucial role in the success of the business. With an exciting pipeline of developments ahead, I have every confidence that Martin and Ian will continue to build on this momentum, forging strong partnerships and delivering outstanding schemes that set new industry standards.”
Following success across the Midlands and North as well as expansion into the South, Torsion Care has also announced the promotion of Chris Burns from Land Director to Investment & Acquisitions Director. Chris is an integral part of the senior management team at Torsion Care and is now focussed on driving forward new opportunities and partnerships in the sector.
Torsion Care continues to establish itself as a leading care home developer in the UK, with a record-breaking pipeline and a commitment to sustainability, innovation, and strategic partnerships.
Torsion Group of Companies delivers a fully vertically integrated model, combining expertise in investment, development, construction, operation, and value optimisation across residential, student accommodation, and care & retirement living. This approach enables land acquisition, maximised opportunities, and the seamless delivery of high-quality developments while ensuring long-term value creation.
As a privately owned business, Torsion employs over 300 people and has successfully delivered more than £1 billion of real estate and 30,000 beds across all living sectors in the UK since 2015. Its solutions-driven approach ensures seamless project delivery, earning Property Week’s Developer of the Year award in both 2023 and 2024. In 2024, the business also received the Health and Wellbeing Award at the Excellence in Business Awards Yorkshire, while Dan Spencer was named Property Personality of the Year at the Insider Media Awards Yorkshire, recognising his leadership and contribution to the industry.
Torsion Care has been shortlisted for Developer of the Year 2025 at the Health Investors Awards.
With a strong focus on innovation, quality, and sustainability, Torsion Group continues to set new industry standards in care, retirement living, and residential development.
For more information, visit: www.torsiongroup.co.uk
