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Howden, A Chart Industries Company has been leading the world in the design and manufacture of air and gas handling solutions. We were founded in 1854 by James Howden as a marine engineering company.

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We are Howden.

With over 6,000 employees across more than 100 countries, our equipment plays an integral role globally in many key industries such as renewable energy, transportation, infrastructure, wastewater, mining, oil & gas and petrochemicals, where performance and reliability are crucial.

With 170 years of innovation behind us, we specialise in engineering for the future. Today our technology and worldwide engineering expertise and services optimise our customers' vital processes throughout the world.

We help our customers to increase their environmental and operational efficiencies and to decarbonise their operations. This is ensured through a strong global network of experts, formed from responsive local service and delivery teams, who are familiar with local requirements and challenges. 

The latest chapter of our history is as a Chart Industries company, having been acquired in 2023.

 

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James Howden founded Howden in 1854 as a marine engineering company.
We're a global leader in mission-critical air and gas handling products.
We have over 6,000 employees across more than 100 countries.
43% of our global associates have been with Howden for over 10 years.
Hundreds of students have Followed us on Gradcracker.
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