UKTL is the UK’s trusted national telecoms lab dedicated to ensuring secure and reliable telecoms networks for the future. We offer a secure, independent space where operators and vendors can confidently test and evaluate the resilience, security and interoperability of new telecoms equipment and software before they are deployed in the UK market.
Located in a purpose-built facility in Solihull, at the heart of the fast-growing West Midlands technology hub, UKTL was established by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) and is operated by the National Physical Laboratory (NPL). The lab supports the UK government’s security and diversification policy by helping to expand and secure the UK’s telecoms supply chain. As telecoms networks evolve into 5G and beyond, UKTL offers crucial accurate measurement capabilities to develop more secure products, identify potential vulnerabilities in existing systems and provide rigorous testing for the country’s fixed and mobile networks.
UKTL is committed to working in partnership, producing ground-breaking work, and providing reassurance for industry, government, academia and the consumer. UKTL champions telecoms cyber security and will actively shape the future of the UK’s digital infrastructure and emerging technologies.
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UKTL benefits industry by:
We are determined to harness the power of ultrafast, seamless 5G connectivity to boost economic productivity and close the digital divide. With 6G on the horizon, our £80 million investment in this state-of-art lab will maximise the innovation, security and resilience of these revolutionary digital networks. It will help turn Solihull into a leading destination for telecoms R&D - unlocking jobs and growth right across the West Midlands.
Julia Lopez - Digital Infrastructure Minister, DSIT
To explore how our lab can support you, contact us. Our technical team will review your enquiry and confirm if this fits within our scope and guide you with next steps.
We are looking for new talent to join our expert team at UKTL in Solihull. Roles in telecoms security contribute to making the UK a safer and more prosperous place to live and work. Securing modern telecoms networks requires a complex and unique blend of skills (telecoms, IT networks, IT platforms, virtualisation and containerisation).
Our team enjoys a range of NPL benefits. Visit UKTL's career's site for current job vacancies and more information
I joined UKTL to participate in the exciting technological research and development that is currently happening in the UK Mobile Telecommunications field. It is a privilege to be part of a unique project that is destined to have an influential impact on the future of 5G and beyond in the UK.
Laboratory Engineer - UKTL
UKTL is operated by NPL and funded by Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT). We work with National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), Ofcom , The UK Telecoms Innovation Network (UKTIN) and SonicLabs.
UKTL is based in Solihull, at the heart of the West Midlands. We are committed to playing our part in the thriving world-class West Midlands cyber telecoms community.
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We are determined to harness the power of ultrafast, seamless 5G connectivity to boost economic productivity and close the digital divide. With 6G on the horizon, our £80 million investment in this state-of-art lab will maximise the innovation, security and resilience of these revolutionary digital networks. It will help turn Solihull into a leading destination for telecoms R&D - unlocking jobs and growth right across the West Midlands.
Julia Lopez - Digital Infrastructure Minister, DSIT