VSL publishes its Public Accountability Report 2025
Each year, VSL publishes its Public Accountability Report, commissioned by the Dutch Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy.
VSL Recognised as a Foundation for a National Time Network
A Dutch resilience advisory group recommends the development of a national GNSS-independent time network. VSL is recognised as a key foundation for strengthening the resilience of critical infrastructure and digital services.
DSM at VSL
At VSL, the Data Science & Modelling (DSM) department focuses precisely on this field, where measurements, data and models together determine what is considered “true”.
Successful Data Science and Modelling webinar at VSL
On 7 May 2026, VSL hosted the Data Science and Modelling webinar.
VSL develops test and validation framework for reliable data analysis methods in electricity grids
VSL is developing a uniform test and validation framework for grid data analytics together with European partners.
World Proficiency Test Day: on 7 April, We Reflect on the Importance of Reliable Measurements
Today, VSL officially proclaims 7 April as World Proficiency Test Day: an international day to highlight the importance of proficiency testing (interlaboratory comparisons).
Thanks to White Rabbit, all Watches are Synced
The Netherlands is constructing a network capable of transmitting time with an accuracy of mere billionths of a second. Initially aimed at scientific research applications, it is anticipated that this ultra-precise timing will soon find everyday uses as well.
Radiometry for Photo-biological safety
The aim of this project is to develop a SI-traceable calibration service to enable evaluation of photobiological safety of lamps and lamp systems, including LED based sources.
Transportable optical clocks for key comparisons (TOCK)
The proposed research will provide a metrology solution to enable comparisons of high-performance clocks between all European NMIs, research institutes and service providers operating frequency standards.