AMUK appoints AMufacture CEO Craig Pyser as new chair, replacing Stewart Lane
May 20, 2025
Additive Manufacturing UK (AMUK), a trade association representing UK companies engaged in all aspects of the Additive Manufacturing value chain, has appointed Craig Pyser, CEO of AMufacture, based in Portsmouth, UK, as its new chair. The announcement follows the departure of outgoing chair Stewart Lane, who stepped down in April to concentrate on his duties as Vice President of the Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA) – AMUK’s parent organisation.
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As Head of Business Development – EMEA at engineering and scientific technologies business Renishaw, Lane served as AMUK’s chair since 2022, helping to oversee the successful integration of AMUK into the MTA’s cluster of trade associations and events. Upon stepping down, Lane recommended Pyser as his successor, citing his extensive experience, strong industry ties, and thorough knowledge of the association.
Lane shared, “Serving as AMUK’s chair during a pivotal chapter in the association’s history has been a privilege. Now that the merger of AMUK and the MTA has been completed, I feel the time is right to hand over responsibilities to someone closer to the industry who can lead AMUK and take it to the next level.”
“Craig’s expertise and experience make him the ideal candidate. I urge all AMUK members to join me in thanking Craig and wishing him the best in his new position,” Lane added.
Pyser is the CEO and co-founder of AMufacture, a private equity-backed contract manufacturer specialising in industrial Additive Manufacturing. He founded AMufacture in 2018, following a career in investment banking.
Pyser stated, “I am honoured to serve as AMUK’s new chair. Having been involved in the 3D printing and Additive Manufacturing industry for many years, I relish the opportunity to play a key role in shaping its future – and chairing AMUK enables me to do that. I’d like to thank Stewart for his enduring dedication and contributions to our association over the years.”
Josh Dugdale, Head of AMUK, added, “Craig has enjoyed a long career at the forefront of the Additive Manufacturing sector. His expertise and industry knowledge are truly unmatched, and I look forward to seeing what our association can achieve under his chairmanship.”
