Howat Group: Your Trusted Partner from Metallurgy to Manufacture

Howat Group is a respected leader in the supply of high-integrity materials and precision-machined components to critical sectors including Oil & Gas, Defence, Nuclear, and Renewables. With specialist brands AMS, ESS, Ancon, and Nexus, we deliver seamless support from metallurgy through to finished components—offering customers confidence, consistency, and reliability at every stage.

Expertise in High-Integrity Alloys
Our metals businesses—AMS, ESS, and Ancon—specialise in the supply of stainless steel and nickel alloys in bar, billet, and forged forms. Leveraging deep technical expertise and substantial stock availability, we provide OEMs, precision machine shops, and project contractors with material solutions tailored to demanding applications. Quality, traceability, and responsive service are at the core of everything we do, ensuring each order meets the strict standards required by our customers.

Precision Machining with Nexus
Complementing our materials supply capability, Nexus delivers world-class precision machining services tailored specifically to the valve, actuator, and high-integrity component sectors . Our advanced CNC facility and experienced engineering team handle projects ranging from complex prototypes to high-volume production runs, offering flexibility, accuracy, and consistency.

With rapid turnaround times and meticulous attention to detail, Nexus acts as more than just a supplier—we’re a strategic extension of your manufacturing capability. Whether you’re managing capacity challenges or seeking shorter lead times, Nexus can deliver tailored machining support precisely when and where you need it.

Accredited and Trusted
Howat Group’s commitment to quality is backed by ISO 9001 certification and JOSCAR registration, ensuring we consistently meet and surpass the rigorous expectations of our customers. Our proven processes and dedicated team enable us to reliably deliver even the most critical projects with confidence.

From Supplier to Strategic Partner
Whether you’re an OEM seeking a trusted source of integrated materials and machining solutions, or a subcontractor needing dependable support to meet demand, Howat Group is uniquely positioned to assist. We’re not just suppliers; we’re strategic partners focused on making your operations smoother, leaner, and more resilient.

Discover how Howat Group can support your projects from metallurgy to manufacture.

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