NLR has been a centre of expertise in aerospace for over a century now, with a deep-seated desire to keep innovating. Our experts work to achieve sustainable, safe, efficient and effective aerospace systems and operations.

The combination of in-depth insights into customers’ needs, multidisciplinary expertise and state-of-the-art research facilities makes rapid innovation possible. Both domestically and abroad, NLR plays a pivotal role between science, the commercial sector and governmental authorities, bridging the gap between fundamental research and practical applications. Additionally, NLR is one of the large technological institutes (GTIs) that have been collaborating over a decade in the Netherlands on applied research united in the TO2 federation.

In the field of space, NLR works closely with both industry and government on developing satellite and launcher systems and subsystems, and on effective use of space infrastructure data through applications using Earth observation and satellite navigation data.