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About us

Corporate information

Impartiality, independence and integrity

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is a Public Corporation owned by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology.  As a Public Sector Research Establishment, NPL has a pivotal role in integrating the physical and digital worlds through measurement infrastructure and technologies.

NPL is the UK’s National Metrology Institute (NMI) which provides the cutting-edge measurement science, engineering and technology that underpins prosperity and quality of life in the UK.

NPL is part of the National Measurement System (NMS) which provides the UK with a national measurement infrastructure and delivers the UK Measurement Strategy on behalf of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology. We have a partnering agreement with the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology and the University of Strathclyde and the University of Surrey.

NPL management structure

NPL has the highest standards of effective governance, corporate values and ethical behaviour overseen by the NPL Management Ltd (NPLML) Board, the Science and Technology Advisory Council (STAC) and the NPL Executive team.

The NPL Framework document was drawn up in consultation with UK government and sets out the broad framework with which NPL will operate.

NPL framework document

Strategic partners

We have a partnering agreement with the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology, the University of Strathclyde and the University of Surrey.

This strategic partnership is enabling us to work more closely with the academic community and is the basis of our Postgraduate Institute, which is creating the next generation of world-class measurement scientists.

Our impact

Every year brings with it fresh opportunities and challenges for us here at NPL, and 2022 was no different. Our focus remained on applying our science and engineering expertise to further the innovation landscape in the UK.

The Measure of our Success 2022

We undertake regular economic analysis and evaluation of NPL, the National Measurement System and research and development strategy.

Evidence of impact

Discover our Corporate Plan for 2023-27

This plan outlines NPL's priorities for the next five years, focusing on innovation, enduring capability, and inspiring the future. Explore our cutting-edge measurement science, engineering, and technology that underpins the country's prosperity and quality of life.

Gender pay gap report

We are proud of having a diverse workforce made up of talented individuals of all ages, backgrounds and nationalities.

NPL Management Limited Pension Scheme

Statement of investment principles (SIP)

NPL SIP

Annual Engagement Policy Implementation Statement (to 5 April 2023)

Engagement policy

Corporate social responsibility

We support all our people who wish to volunteer, through our 'Time Off for Volunteering' scheme. We help our people who engage in large-scale charity fundraising events to make a difference by providing time off and contributing towards their sponsorship.

Company Information

NPL Management Ltd is a company registered in England and Wales No. 2937881.

Registered Office: NPL Management Ltd, Hampton Road, Teddington, Middlesex, TW11 0LW, United Kingdom.

Work with us

Our research and measurement solutions support innovation and product development. We work with companies to deliver business advantage and commercial success.
Contact our Customer Services team on +44 20 8943 7070