Global engineering technologies company Renishaw is delighted to announce the appointment of Stewart Lane, Head of EMEA Business Development, as the new President of The Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA) — the UK’s leading trade body for the manufacturing technology sector.
A proven leader in advanced manufacturing, Stewart brings to the role over 30 years of experience, combining deep technical expertise, commercial acumen, and industry-wide leadership.
With a degree in Manufacturing Systems Engineering, Stewart has dedicated 25 years of his career to Renishaw, a global FTSE 250 engineering company renowned for innovation in metrology, motion control, and additive manufacturing. He has held a wide range of roles across the business, including quality and design, product development, business development, and UK sales leadership.
Before joining Renishaw in 2000, Stewart worked within quality and management functions for several French and Swedish industrial companies — and speaks both languages fluently. His career has seen him drive the development of Renishaw’s metrology, encoder, and additive manufacturing (AM) divisions, while also serving as a member of the company’s International Sales and Marketing Board.
Beyond his role at Renishaw, Stewart has made significant contributions to the wider UK manufacturing community. A former Board member of the West of England Aerospace Forum (WEAF), he joined the MTA Board in 2016, where he became Chair of the Education Committee and served as the Association’s representative on the Board of CECIMO, the European Association of Manufacturing Technologies.
In recent years, Stewart has been a leading advocate for the growth of the additive manufacturing industry, serving as Chair of both AMUK and CECIMO’s European AM Committee. He continues to represent the UK internationally, working closely with fellow MTA Board Member Marcus Burton and MTA CEO James Selka.
As MTA President, Stewart will champion the Association’s mission to represent and advance the interests of UK manufacturing technology companies, collaborating with government, academia, and industry partners to drive innovation and growth — building on the legacy of outgoing President Tony Bowkett.
Stewart Lane commented: “I am deeply honoured to accept the presidency of the MTA at what is a critical time for UK manufacturing. The sector faces both significant challenges and opportunities. I look forward to working with member companies, stakeholders, and government to ensure that advanced manufacturing continues to flourish in the UK.”
James Selka, Chief Executive of the MTA, added: “Stewart brings to the role an exceptional breadth of experience across the technology spectrum. Having served on our Board since 2016, his understanding of both the technical and strategic dimensions of manufacturing positions him perfectly to guide the Association forward.”
