About SMST
SMST, situated in Drachten (the Netherlands), is an internationally oriented company that designs and builds offshore equipment. The SMST products cover a wide range of systems for access, lifting, drilling, pipelaying and project solutions.
Through the unique combination of our in-house design and engineering expertise, production facilities, testing capabilities, worldwide installation and service, SMST delivers high-quality engineering and product solutions that are developed to customer’s specifications.
All our products are designed and built in accordance with the international standards and are certified by renowned authorities such as DNV, LRS, BV and ABS. As with all our systems, our focus remains on delivering superior functionality and uncompromising quality. All SMST products are based on a modular design philosophy. The complete product range consists of modular components that form systems that fit all project‑specific requirement, offering maximum operational flexibility for our clients.
To meet the specific needs of our clients, our product range is continuously evolving. With a team of approximately 250 employees, SMST consistently challenges technical possibilities, offering our people the opportunity to grow alongside the company’s innovations.
Modular Setups
All SMST products are based on a modular design philosophy. The complete product range consists of modular components that form systems that fit all project-specific requirements, offering maximum operational flexibility for our clients.
Innovative Solutions
We continuously develop new solutions and systems that add value to existing market technologies. Many of these innovations are integrated into our products.
With our extensive operational experience in a wide range of heavy construction equipment, we apply the most effective technical solutions to the development of new products and projects. Our in‑house disciplines include mechanical, structural, hydraulic, electrical and software engineering.
The Facility
Located in the northern part of the Netherlands, SMST Designers & Constructors operates from both office and production facilities in Drachten. Housing engineering, production, and customer support in one location ensures efficient communication and strong team commitment. Our customer support engineers operate worldwide, providing commissioning services and dedicated client support wherever needed.
Capacity and Office Specifications
total yard area, of which 65% outside space
Test facility, spill-proof designed
Total production building area
Maximum hoisting capacity using overhead cranes
Projects
Market Sectors
SMST products and services are used worldwide in a variety of market sectors. The four markets which SMST currently operates in are: Offshore Wind, Energy Oil & Gas, Maritime, Navy and Industry. These sectors are described briefly and examples are given of products delivered by SMST for these specific sectors. The benefit of being a player in several different markets is that technologies commonly used in one market can be introduced into another one, thereby creating innovative solutions.
