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title: "Stewart Lane appointed as President of the MTA"
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date: 2025-11-09
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# Stewart Lane appointed as President of the MTA

Stewart Lane, Head of EMEA Business Development at Renishaw, has been appointed as the new President of [The Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA)](https://www.voxelmatters.directory/company/mta/), the UK's leading trade body for the manufacturing technology sector. A proven leader for the manufacturing sector, he brings to the role a wealth of technical expertise, commercial insight, and industry leadership experience.

With a degree in Manufacturing Systems Engineering and more than 30 years' experience in the industry, Stewart has held a wide range of roles at Renishaw. Stewart also spent several years working within quality and management functions for several French and Swedish industrial businesses.

Outside of Renishaw, Stewart has contributed significantly to the wider UK manufacturing sector. He is a past Board member of the West of England Aerospace Forum (WEAF) and joined the MTA Board in 2016, where he became Chair of the MTA's Education Committee and its representative on the Board of [CECIMO, the European Association of Manufacturing Technologies](https://www.voxelmatters.directory/company/cecimo/).

In recent years, a key focus for Stewart has been supporting the growth of the wider AM industry. He was, until recently, Chair of both [AMUK](https://www.voxelmatters.com/amuk-fundamental-knowledge-gap-blocks-110m-in-defense-manufacturing-savings/) and CECIMO's European AM Committee. He continues to represent the UK internationally, working alongside fellow MTA Board Member, Marcus Burton, and MTA CEO, James Selka.

As President of the MTA, Stewart will champion the association's mission to represent and advance the interests of UK manufacturing technology companies, collaborating closely with government, industry, and research institutions, building on the legacy of outgoing President, Tony Bowkett.

“I am deeply honoured to accept the presidency of the MTA at what is [a critical time for UK manufacturing](https://www.voxelmatters.com/domin-completes-40-expansion-of-uk-manufacturing-facility/). 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," said Stewart Lane.

“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 well to guide the Association forward," said James Selka, Chief Executive of the MTA.