translation services
Specialist translation services
Your contract translated by a qualified lawyer!
At SMG UK, our team of translators, proofreaders and multimedia publishing experts are all native speakers who stay attuned to local linguistic and cultural developments, and they translate exclusively in their areas of academic and professional expertise.
By choosing SMG UK, you partner directly with a well-structured team of language experts, without relying on third parties. Our direct oversight of every stage of the work process enables us to respond promptly to your needs, ensuring the highest level of discretion in managing your information while offering competitive translation rates.
Sectors
Technology and Manufacturing
Translation of manuals, catalogues and AutoCAD drawings. Translators specialised in mechanical engineering, metallurgy, electronics, telecommunications, aerospace, information technology and agriculture.
Cultural and Literary Translations
Translation of literary and theatrical works, art books, monographs, textbooks and children's books. Native speaker literary translators.
Scientific and Medical Translations
Translation of scientific articles, clinical trials, scientific papers and pharmaceutical texts. Translators specialised in medicine, biology, pharmaceuticals, chemistry and natural sciences.
Government and Public Sector
Translation of administrative, European Union and government texts: statistics, EU programmes (INTERREG, etc.), rural development, social and cross-border policy.
Marketing, Sales and Advertising
Translation for sales and promotion, website localisation, brochures, catalogues and web content).
Tourism and Leisure
Translation for local marketing, the leisure industry and tourism (travel guides, menus, hotel presentations etc.).
What makes us unique!
- Our native translators around the world live in the area where the language is spoken, ensuring that you receive consistently high-quality and accurate translations.
- Specialised translations are entrusted to our translators with expertise in the specific subject area and undergo extensive quality assurance checks.
- By maintaining close contact with our clients, we ensure that our translators are attuned to your needs for precise and effective translations.
Understanding Language Variants
English: American, British, Australian… Which variant to choose? Navigating the complexities of a language with numerous local variations. Why English presents unique challenges as a target language for translation
German: a highly technical language where precision in translation can make all the difference
Italian: our personal specialty, providing translation services for industrial giants in engineering and metalworking
Chinese: an entirely new world filled with both risks and opportunities, which is why we have welcomed prominent Chinese researchers to our team
Japanese: localising for one of the largest international markets, uncovering the secrets behind one of the most complex Eastern languages
French: addressing technical and legal French translations while maintaining the linguistic purity that is a vital aspect of French culture
Spanish: navigating the vast differences between European Spanish and South American Spanish, localising and globalising your translations based on the target market
Portuguese: often overlooked as a translation language, yet one of the most demanding markets. The advantages of maintaining terminological consistency in Portuguese translations
Swedish, Norwegian, Finnish: three Nordic languages with significant potential, supported by our team of highly skilled translators
Dutch: Flemish or Netherlandic? Highlighting the cultural differences between the two, with a particular focus on mechanical engineering
Arabic: the numerous linguistic differences between local dialects often mean that an Egyptian reader may struggle to understand Tunisian writings completely
Balkan and East European Languages: exploring the unique linguistic features and socio-cultural complexities of Eastern European countries
Hindi: highlighting the significance of one of the world’s most spoken languages
Greek: more than just a language, Greek serves as a cornerstone of Mediterranean culture
Hebrew: the crucial role of technical translations in advancing Israel’s industrial sectors
Korean: examining the influence of American English on South Korean “loanwords” and the emergence of Konglish
Welsh: as an official language in the UK, Welsh is protected by legislation. It has two main dialectal groups: northern Welsh and southern Welsh, each with distinct characteristics that require specialised translation expertise