Discover our four key global markets

Our four markets are large, attractive and growing. We have built leading positions in many key segments based on our technology and service differentiation. Understanding our markets and developing and commercialising new technology and engineering solutions drives our growth.

Our strategy and business model

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General industrial

Customers put their trust in our products and services to support a wide range of general industrial applications in sectors including petrochemical, mining, pulp & paper, water treatment, semiconductor testing, heating elements, automotive, and rail transportation. We serve this segment through our John Crane, Flex-Tek and Smiths Interconnect businesses.

39%

of Group revenue

Businesses

Safety & Security

Our threat detection equipment helps keep people and assets safe. Persistent and evolving threats are driving security needs in a range of sectors including aviation, ports & borders, and urban settings.

27%

of Group revenue

Business

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Energy

John Crane’s high-performance mechanical seals and systems support energy operations worldwide including oil & gas and low/no carbon energy solutions. The need to mitigate climate change and deliver secure and affordable power is driving a fundamental revolution in global energy use, energy sources and energy delivery.

23%

of Group revenue

Business

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Aerospace & Defence

Passenger and freight air traffic is growing and new fuel-efficient aircraft are being developed. Satellite launches and emerging activities like deep space exploration are driving demand for high-reliability solutions in the space market. Our Smiths Interconnect and Flex-Tek businesses serve this segment.

11%

of Group revenue

Businesses