Business Details
24 Years
experience
Professional Translation Services in Brighton
UK TechTrans is a leading technical translation company with over two decades of expertise in delivering high-quality linguistic solutions. Established in 2002, we specialise in translating technical documents, software, websites, and marketing materials across 20+ languages, combining advanced technology with human expertise. Our team of qualified translators, many with industry-specific backgrounds, ensures precision and cultural relevance in every project. Certified to ISO 17100 for translation quality and ISO 27001 for information security, we prioritise confidentiality and data protection. We offer a comprehensive suite of services, including machine translation with post-editing (MTPE), desktop publishing (DTP), interpreting, subtitling, and print production. Our commitment to innovation is reflected in our use of cutting-edge translation memory tools, which enhance efficiency and consistency while reducing costs.Clients benefit from our rigorous quality assurance processes, including specialist proofreading and format preservation through DTP. With a global network of native-speaking professionals, we guarantee timely delivery without compromising accuracy. Our client-centric approach is evidenced by long-standing partnerships with organisations in aerospace, healthcare, legal, and engineering sectors. We pride ourselves on transparent communication, competitive pricing, and tailored solutions that meet exact project requirements. Our ISO certifications and 20-year track record underscore our position as a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable, secure, and technically precise translation services.
Services
Technical Translations
Machine Translation
Desktop Publishing
Interpreting Services
Subtitling
Audio Recording
Proofreading
Document Translation
Website Translation
Printing Services
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in technical translation services
- Our translations are ISO 17100 and ISO 27001 certified
- We offer cost-effective pricing with individual project pricing
- We guarantee prompt delivery within agreed timeframes
- Our services are comprehensive, including DTP and printing
Associations and certifications
- ISO 17100
- ISO 27001
What people say
Completed on time
High quality service
Exceptional service
Professional manner
Excellent communication
Services
Technical Translations
Our technical translation service handles complex documentation across engineering, healthcare, legal, and IT sectors. Using qualified native speakers with industry expertise, we ensure precise terminology and regulatory compliance. Each project undergoes dual quality checks, with optional specialist proofreading for critical documentation. Clients benefit from consistent terminology management through our translation memory systems.
Machine Translation
We offer machine translation with professional post-editing (MTPE) for cost-effective bulk translations. Our certified linguists refine AI-generated content to ensure natural language flow and technical accuracy. This service maintains 90%+ quality at reduced costs, ideal for internal documentation or time-sensitive projects requiring rapid turnaround without full human translation expenses.
Desktop Publishing
Our DTP team preserves original document formatting across 20+ languages, supporting InDesign, Illustrator, and CAD files. We ensure proper text expansion/contraction handling and right-to-left language support. Clients receive print-ready materials in PDF or physical formats, with optional colour proofing and pre-press checks for commercial printing requirements.
Interpreting Services
We provide certified interpreters for business meetings, legal proceedings, and technical conferences. Available in-person or via secure video platforms, our interpreters specialise in consecutive and simultaneous interpretation. All professionals maintain strict confidentiality and undergo regular CPD to maintain industry-specific knowledge across technical domains.
Printing Services
Our full-service printing division handles multilingual document production across Europe. From business cards to technical manuals, we manage lithographic and digital printing with colour management to Pantone standards. Clients benefit from integrated translation-DTP-print workflows, ensuring consistency across all language versions with tracked delivery schedules.
People
Andrew Winterbottom
Manager
Technical director with expertise in SDL Trados and desktop publishing. Implemented ISO 17100 compliance and oversees daily operations. Holds programming background with focus on XML and translation memory systems.
John Shouler
Managing Director
20-year translation industry veteran with psychology background. Founded Tongue Tied Ltd in 1989 and UK TechTrans in 2002. Oversees strategic direction while maintaining focus on client relationships and service quality.
Neil Whines
Finance Director
Chartered accountant with Ernst & Young qualification. Manages financial operations since 2002. Brings 30+ years' experience from public and private sector finance roles, ensuring commercial viability while maintaining service quality standards.
Adam Idrissi
Project Manager
Multilingual project manager with international hospitality background. Coordinates complex translation projects across 20+ languages. Speaks five languages and specialises in client communication for technical documentation workflows.
Tina Benz
Project Manager
Swiss printing industry veteran with 24 years' artwork experience. Specialises in multilingual DTP and packaging translation. Manages print-ready document production with precise typographic requirements for European markets.
Questions
What industries do you specialise in?
We serve technical sectors including aerospace, healthcare, legal, oil & gas, IT, and engineering. Our translators hold industry-specific expertise for accurate terminology management.
How do you ensure translation accuracy?
We use ISO 17100-certified processes with dual quality checks, specialist proofreading, and translation memory systems. All work is done by native speakers with technical backgrounds.
Can you handle urgent projects?
Yes, our global network enables 1,500+ words daily per language. We've delivered technical brochures in 72 hours with full DTP and print services included.
Do you offer certified translations?
As ATC Full Members, we provide certified translations meeting legal and regulatory requirements. All documents include translator certification statements.
How are confidential documents protected?
ISO 27001-certified security includes encrypted transfers, access controls, and NDAs. We handle sensitive technical documentation for defence and healthcare sectors securely.
What file formats do you support?
We work with all major formats including InDesign, Illustrator, XML, and CAD files. Our DTP team preserves complex layouts across 20+ language combinations.
Reviews (4)
Steven Diack
Jan 22, 2021
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Its not nice to have the driver of a silver van, who failed to indicate, aiming their vehicle at you when you are a sixty year old disabled person on his bike. If this is how their employees behave they need to be avoided.
Lee Shore
Dec 14, 2020
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Having worked with the team at UK TechTrans for over 5 years, I can easily recommend their services, and ultimately the quality of their work. I have no hesitation in recommending them.
Cpa Engineered Solutions Ltd
Jun 07, 2020
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UKTechtrans have translated a number of technical engineering documents for us and we have always found them to be professional, timely and helpful. We have no hesitation recommending their services.
Rob Foyle
Oct 18, 2015
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Good translation service providers are hard to come by. We use UK TechTrans all the time. Quick, responsive, and a importantly the quality is very high.
