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November 27th 2025
European report: Every euro invested in metrology generates more than four euros in economic growth
A new report from EURAMET quantifies the economic value of its research programmes: the completed EMRP and EMPIR programmes and the ongoing Metrology Partnership. The analysis shows that every euro of EU funding under EMRP and EMPIR generates more than four euros in additional turnover for the economy. A similar impact is expected from the current programme.
September 2nd 2025
Calibrating Flowmeters: How, When, and Why
Erik Smits, Manager Liquid Flow Metrology at VSL, the Netherlands National Metrology Institute, discusses the factors to consider when calibrating flowmeters in pipeline systems in the September 2021 issue of World Pipelines, the leading international magazine for the pipeline transport industry.
Introduction
VSL, the National Metrology Institute
VSL manages and develops national primary measurement standards on the instructions of the Minister of Economic Affairs. Our experts also provide knowledge and services worldwide, such as calibrating measuring equipmentthey conduct market-oriented scientific research.
Our mission
VSL makes measurement results from companies, laboratories and institutions directly traceable to international standards. On behalf of the Dutch government, we manage and develop the national measurement standards and make an important contribution to the reliability, quality and innovation of products and processes in business and society.
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