Smiths Group: Engineering a better future

Pioneering progress for 175 years

In 2026 we are proud to mark a major milestone: 175 years of Smiths.

We have been on a remarkable journey from a humble watchmaker's shop in south London, to a global engineering powerhouse.

Though far removed from our beginnings, we continue to build on our heritage of innovation, technical excellence and pioneering spirit.

Learn more about our history

We are proud of our past, and focused on our future. Learn more about our amazing history and the events that have defined us, and watch our latest video.

175 years of Smiths

Innovation at Smiths

From shop floor to space today

We are proud to provide components to the 2026 historic space mission, Artemis II, from across multiple parts of our business. Watch the epic video to learn more about Smiths involvement in the mission.

A global leader in industrial engineering

£1,937m

FY2026 revenue

~50

Countries in which we operate

2,700+

Patents (granted and pending applications)

2,000

Engineers across our global business

What we do

Our technology benefits millions of people every day. We design, manufacture and deliver engineering solutions for mission-critical applications in energy, industrials, construction and aerospace that drive productivity, efficiency, sustainability and growth. Our products include the high-performance mechanical seals and couplings that support energy and new energy infrastructure, custom tubing for aviation and space platforms, ducting and components for home and commercial HVAC, electrical heating solutions for industry and cooling systems for data centres.

John Crane

A global leader in mission-critical technologies and services that drive efficiency, safety and sustainability in energy and large-scale process industries.

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Flex-Tek

Innovative engineered components for safe, efficient, heating, cooling and movement of liquids and gases.

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Our businesses

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Investment case

We are a high-quality business with strong financial flexibility and a clear opportunity to deliver sustainable growth and attractive returns for shareholders.

We have strong market positions with clear competitive advantages and growth prospects, and world-class engineering expertise. We have a clear strategy for growth, and our talented people have the capabilities to succeed.

Investment case

Sustainability and impact

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Our approach

Delivering our sustainability goals is a fundamental part of our business strategy.

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Achieving net zero

We have committed to net zero for Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 2040 and Scope 3 emissions by 2050 with science-based targets.

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Safety, health & wellbeing

People matter. Our commitment to our people starts with keeping us all safe and healthy inside and outside of work, as well as supporting the mental health and wellbeing of our people.

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The Smiths Foundation

The Smiths Foundation awards grants to charitable organisations nominated by Smiths employees, which align with our purpose of engineering a better future.

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