William Howden

Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer

William Howden is Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of AMufacture. With a background in naval architecture and extensive experience in the marine sector, he has led the company’s evolution into a trusted production partner for marine, defence and automotive clients.

A former Olympic sailor, William brings elite performance discipline and strategic focus to advanced manufacturing. He works closely with OEMs to integrate technologies such as HP Multi Jet Fusion into end-use production, helping organisations reduce lead times, increase design freedom and build more resilient, agile supply chains.

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Articles by William Howden

HP Multi Jet Fusion 3D printer with build units on the AMufacture production floor

28/09/26Guides

HP Multi Jet Fusion 3D Printing: Your complete guide

HP Multi Jet Fusion is one of the most popular and widely used additive manufacturing technologies. It’s an ideal choice for designers, engineers and buyers […]

William Howden

28/09/26Guides

The complete guide to additive manufacturing

Additive manufacturing is a revolutionary process that builds 3D objects layer by layer from digital models, enabling complex designs and rapid production. This article provides […]

William Howden

27/03/26Events

AMufacture to exhibit at Oceanology International 2026

Event concluded. Oceanology International 2026 took place in March 2026. One of the UK's leading additive contract manufacturers – founded by a former GB Olympic […]

William Howden

28/11/25Events

AMufacture heads to Metstrade with global giant HP

Leading UK additive manufacturer AMufacture is set to make its biggest appearance yet at one of the marine industry’s leading trade shows. The Portsmouth-based additive […]

William Howden

27/11/25Events

We'll be exhibiting at METS 2025

Event concluded. METSTRADE 2025 took place on 18–20 November 2025. AMufacture will be exhibiting at METSTRADE this year! 18–20 November 2025 Booth 07.515 | RAI […]

William Howden

28/11/24Events

We'll be exhibiting at METS 2024

Event concluded. METSTRADE 2024 took place in November 2024. AMufacture will be exhibiting at METSTRADE this year – Stand 07.535! William Howden and myself will […]

William Howden

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