De Smet Engineers & Contractors (DSEC)

What we do: De Smet Engineers & Contractors (DSEC) is a world-class provider of engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services specializing in the agro-industrial sector. The company delivers turnkey projects for industries including bio-based chemicals, energy efficiency and sustainability, food ingredients (alternative proteins), sugar and ethanol, edible oils, fats and proteins, and agro-nutrients. DSEC acts as a process integrator offering full project management (EPCM) and turnkey construction (EPC), enabling industrial operators to focus on production while DSEC handles design, engineering, equipment supply, and construction with guaranteed performance.

Where we are located: DSEC is headquartered in Mont-Saint-Guibert, Brabant Wallon, Belgium, with additional offices in France, India, and Mauritius.

Short history: Founded in 1989 as a privately held limited liability company in Belgium, DSEC has built a strong reputation over more than three decades as a reliable general contractor in the agro-industrial field. It has successfully completed over 500 projects in more than 65 countries, establishing itself as a trusted partner for large-scale industrial plants worldwide.

Organization & culture: The company employs over 150 professionals, mainly engineers, who emphasize excellence in execution, safety, cost containment, and reliability. DSEC values sustainability and energy saving, integrating these principles into its projects. Its culture promotes innovation, client satisfaction, and a comprehensive one-stop-shop approach including financial engineering and project development assistance.