The guys who make it all work
Hamza Amin
Hamza Amin, who holds a degree in Product Design, serves as a highly accomplished design manager for i3 Composites, bringing seven years of dedicated experience to the company.
In his capacity, Hamza is the visionary behind the entire i3 Composites Products line, overseeing the complete design and development lifecycle. His strategic contributions extend far beyond aesthetic design; he was instrumental in implementing significant process improvements, specifically focusing on reducing production costs and optimizing critical workflows across the design and manufacturing departments.
Furthermore, Hamza’s commitment to user-centric design led to substantial enhancements in product functionality and usability. Cutting edge designs include, swim ladders, boarding steps, furniture and even weight saving biminis.
The cumulative result of his impactful work has been a growing reputation for raising the bar within the industry and redefining what is possible.
Francisco Lira
Originally from Chile, Francisco’s journey into marine engineering was a natural evolution. After sailing through the fjords of Southern Chile on a 50-foot catamaran, he became obsessed with the symbiosis between aesthetic elegance and technical performance.
A Design Engineer with a Master’s in Innovation and Design, he has forged a career that bridges the gap between traditional craftsmanship and cutting-edge technology. From his early days as an apprentice boat builder working with wood and carbon fiber, to specializing in digital fabrication processes—including CNC machining and robotics—his focus has always been on technical precision.
After gaining experience as a designer and composite boat builder, he now brings his knowledge to i3 composites in Palma de Mallorca as part of the CAD/CNC team.
Jan Soechting
Jan Soechting – CNC Operator and CAD/CAM specialist at i3 Composites. His primary focus is on the complete digital-to-production workflow for 4-axis CNC machining, specifically creating high-precision polyurethane foam molds for carbon fiber components used in luxury yachts and sailing boats.
His role encompasses 3D modeling, CAM programming (Fusion 360), machining execution, and process optimization. With a background in Mechanical Engineering and Product Design (DUT GMP, France) and industrial experience gained in Germany, he possesses a strong foundation in manufacturing processes, precision machining, and industrial workflows.
Additionally, he has hands-on experience with composite lamination (both wet lay-up and prepreg), which allows him to effectively bridge the gap between design, tooling, and final composite production.
At i3, Jan prioritizes accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement. His goal is to reliably translate complex geometries into tooling solutions that meet the demanding quality standards of the marine industry, while also preparing the company’s processes for future expansion into more advanced composite manufacturing sectors.
News:
2026 sees the evolution of i3 products and services with off island composite installation solutions and 3D scan to CAD service.
Did you know?:
Carbon fibre is anisotropic, meaning its strength is directional. If you pull on a carbon fibre strand from both ends, it is five times stronger than steel. However, if you hit it from the side (perpendicular to the fibers), it can be surprisingly fragile. To solve this, engineers layer the sheets at different angles—0°, 45°, and 90°—to create a “quasi-isotropic” material that is strong in every direction.
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