Wilhelm Botha is the founder and Managing Director of Fused Composite Design (FCD), a Cape Town-based leader in specialist composite design and manufacturing for the global marine industry. With extensive experience spanning custom component engineering and advanced manufacturing, Wilhelm has established FCD as a trusted turnkey partner for premier local and international boatbuilders. Under his leadership, FCD expanded its footprint with the launch of FCD Spars, rapidly positioning the company as South Africa’s premier supplier of composite yacht spars. Recognised for his contributions to marketing, promotion, and innovation within the sector, Wilhelm is passionate about elevating South African manufacturing excellence on the global stage. Combining deep technical expertise with a collaborative approach to marine engineering, he works closely with yacht designers, shipyards, and suppliers to deliver lightweight, high-performance structural solutions tailored for modern ocean-going vessels.