SMS group GmbH
"Leading partner in the world of metals"
German plant engineering firm delivering digitalization, automation, and lifecycle solutions for the metals industry since 1871.
SMS group GmbH is a world-leading plant engineering and mechanical engineering company headquartered in Dusseldorf, Germany. Founded in 1871, the group has grown to employ roughly 10,000 people across six continents and generates approximately 3.4 billion USD in annual revenue. SMS group designs, builds, and services plants for the iron, steel, aluminum, copper, and other non-ferrous metals industries, covering the entire value chain from raw materials processing through flat and long product rolling mills to finishing lines.
Through its SMS digital subsidiary, founded in 2016, the group has positioned itself at the intersection of traditional heavy engineering and industrial digitalization. SMS digital develops AI-driven software platforms, real-time process optimization tools, and energy management solutions tailored specifically for metals production. Key digital offerings include the X-Pact Digital Hub, which integrates automation, artificial intelligence, and data infrastructure into a unified operational framework; the Viridis Energy and Sustainability Platform, which uses self-improving AI models to optimize energy consumption and reduce emissions; and predictive maintenance and quality assurance applications that analyze sensor data streams from operating plants.
The company's New Horizon innovation program drives research into green steel production, including the construction of the world's first hydrogen-powered direct reduction steel plant. SMS group is also recognized for deploying virtual reality and augmented reality tools to enable remote commissioning and maintenance of equipment, reducing the need for on-site personnel.
At AISTech 2026, SMS group and its partner Vetta received international recognition for AI solutions applied to the steel industry. With a heritage spanning more than 150 years and a forward-looking commitment to decarbonization and smart manufacturing, SMS group serves steel and aluminum producers on every major continent, making it one of the most comprehensive and established partners in the global metals technology market.
Primary type & automation activities this supplier delivers:
X-Pact Digital Hub
Unified digital framework integrating automation, AI, and data infrastructure for metals plant operations.
Viridis Energy and Sustainability Platform
Self-improving AI platform that optimizes energy consumption and CO2 emissions in steel and metals production.
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Company Facts
Founded
1871
Primary Role
Manufacturer
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Primary Region
Europe
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