GKN Powder Metallurgy
GKN Powder Metallurgy specializes in powder metal technologies offering metal powders, sintered components, and additive manufacturing services primarily for automotive and industrial customers.
- CEO / Founder
- Jean-Marc Durbuis
- Team Size
- 5001-10000
- Stage
- Subsidiary
- Total Funding
- Publicly Traded
- Key Investors
- Dauch Corporation (formerly American Axle & Manufacturing) - acquired Dowlais Group plc and GKN Powder Metallurgy on February 3, 2026
Technology & Products
Key Products
GKN Powder Metallurgy provides advanced metal components for diverse industries, including automotive, industrial, energy, aerospace, medical, and consumer goods. Their portfolio includes metal AM powders, laser powder bed fusion, and binder jetting. They specialize in precision metal components for electric, hybrid, and combustion vehicles.
Technological Advantage
Operating through three specialized businesses enables full value chain control from raw materials to finished products, offering flexibility and technical leadership.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Delivering innovative, high-quality metal powders and components that enable sustainable solutions and support the transition to electric vehicles.
How They Differentiate
Extensive global footprint, broad product portfolio spanning the entire powder metallurgy value chain, and a focus on sustainable automotive solutions.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Automotive industry, industrial manufacturers, and consumer market sectors.
Industry Verticals
["Automotive","Aerospace","Industrial","Consumer Goods"]
Competitors
Höganäs AB, Sandvik AB, Sumitomo Electric Industries
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
2023 revenues increased to £1,047 million, reflecting steady growth and market expansion.
Major Milestones
["March 2024: Appointment of Jean-Marc Durbuis as CEO","2023: Integration into Dowlais Group after separation from Melrose Industries","H1 2023: Secured largest order for sintered metal gears for electric vehicle differentials","October 2023: Announced supply agreements for permanent magnets with Schaeffler"]
Notable Customers
Somfy, HP Inc., Volkswagen, BAE Systems, Rolls-Royce, Airbus Defence