Machine Translation

We continuously evaluate AI and machine translation models and providers to find the best solution for your content, then back it with ISO 18587-certified human post-editing.

ISO 18587 certified Every major MT engine Human-reviewed output
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Why it matters now

The scale of multilingual content is exploding

Content is growing faster than ever, and businesses need multilingual versions delivered at short notice.

400+ million terabytes
of data generated every single day

AI and machine translation solutions are critical in keeping pace with more content and shorter production timelines.

Our approach to machine translation technology

We stay provider-agnostic, so you always get the technology that’s right for your content – never a one-size-fits-all generic model.

Continuous evaluation

We continuously evaluate the performance of a variety of machine translation models and providers to find the best solution for our clients.

AI and LLMs

Alongside high-performing, specialist MT systems, we evaluate AI translation models and LLMs, so you benefit from the best-performing technology for your content.

Provider-agnostic integration

Our professional computer-assisted translation tools integrate seamlessly with all major machine translation systems, so you’re never limited in your options.

Custom-trained models welcome

Already have a custom model trained on your own content? Our qualified linguists can work directly with its output to make sure it’s fit for purpose.

ISO 18587-certified post-editing

Planet Languages was among the first translation companies to achieve certification to the ISO 18587 post-editing of machine translation (MT) output standard.

Our post-editors are professional, qualified linguists, trained specifically to assess and improve machine-translated output, using either light or full post-editing depending on your requirements.

Light or full post-editing?

Light post-editingFocused on comprehensibility – ideal for material with a short shelf life.
Full post-editingComparable with human translation – for faster time-to-market.

Frequently asked questions

We have access to a wide variety of options. We continuously evaluate a range of machine translation and AI models, and our computer-assisted translation tools integrate with all the major systems, so you’re never limited to one option.

Yes. If you already have a custom model trained on your content, our qualified linguists can work directly with its output to make sure it’s fit for purpose.

Yes. Planet Languages is certified to ISO 18587, the international standard for post-editing machine translation output. Our post-editors are professional, qualified linguists trained to assess and improve machine-translated content.

Light post-editing focuses on comprehensibility and suits internal content or material with a short shelf life. Full post-editing corrects tone and fluency throughout, producing a result comparable with human translation.

Technology Solutions

Machine translation works even better as part of a complete, end-to-end language technology stack.

Customer portal

Full visibility over your projects – upload files, request quotes and track progress in one place.

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Content review platform

Centralise translation approvals and in-market feedback, so reviewers can approve content from anywhere.

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Translation memory and terminology management

Your own glossaries and previously translated content stored securely for reference and reuse in future projects, delivering cost savings and maximum consistency.

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Tight budget? Short turnaround times?

Contact Planet Languages to find out more about AI-first and machine translation options, with guaranteed quality.

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