The world is changing fast, and so is the way we build.
Construction is becoming smarter, faster, and more sustainable and it’s being driven by advanced building technology: the same type of technology being manufactured right here in east Auckland by Howick Ltd.
What began in 1978 in a small engineering workshop has become a global leader in precision light steel roll-forming technology.
Nearly five decades later, Howick Ltd’s systems are trusted by construction companies in more than 80 countries.
As the global construction industry’s demand for better ways to build continues to grow, Howick Ltd is now preparing to take its next bold step into the future.
Plans are in motion to move to a new site nearby where it can expand operations.
This exciting development will create the space needed to scale production and research while staying firmly rooted in east Auckland.
Local success, global impact
Many east Aucklanders might not realise that Howick Ltd technology underpins major projects worldwide, from steel framing in Universal Studios theme parks and Las Vegas resorts to rapid deployment structures used by the United States Navy for humanitarian relief.
Yet every machine remains designed, developed, and built right here in our own community.
Expanding to create local opportunities
By expanding operations, Howick Ltd plans to significantly grow its workforce, and expects to increase from 50 to 100 staff within five years, and to over 200 in the next decade.
These positions include skilled roles in software development, engineering, electrical work, machining, and apprenticeships, all providing stable career paths locally.
Wayne Rowe, Howick Ltd’s General Manager, knows first-hand how far this commitment to nurturing young talent can take you.
“I started as an apprentice 40 years ago,” he says.
“With this expansion, many more young people, especially locals, will have opportunities to build meaningful careers right here.”
Community-wide benefits
The positive effects of Howick Ltd’s growth extend far beyond the business itself.
More local employment means shorter commutes, less traffic, and improved quality of life for east Auckland families.
It’s expected the expansion will also attract new partners, suppliers, and high-tech businesses, establishing east Auckland as an innovation hub.
Moreover, Howick Ltd’s flagship international event, STEEL HORIZONS, previously hosted in London; Boston; and Tampa, Florida, will soon bring global construction industry leaders to Auckland, raising the region’s profile and generating significant economic benefits.
Placing east Auckland on the global innovation map
By manufacturing 100 per cent of its technology locally, Howick Ltd demonstrates how homegrown innovation can achieve worldwide impact.
This ongoing success positions not only east Auckland but New Zealand as global leaders in advanced construction technology, creating a legacy the whole community can proudly share.
And it all began here in a workshop, fuelled by local vision, driven by innovation and plenty of east Auckland pride.
