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The Measurement Standards Laboratory of New Zealand (MSL) is New Zealand's national metrology institute.

 

MSL has primary responsibility to provide measurement standards in accordance with the International System of Units (SI).

Continuity of MSL Operations  update 1 April 2025

As you may be aware Callaghan Innovation is currently being disestablished, as part of wider reforms of the science, innovation and technology system. 

MSL is preparing for transfer to the new earth sciences-focused Primary Research Organisation (PRO), which will be formed through the merger of NIWA and GNS Science. Until then, we want to reassure you that MSL continues to operate as usual throughout this transition and remains available to assist with any enquiries you may have about our services. Please contact us here or engage with our staff directly. 

We will keep you informed of any updates.  

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MSL is hiring!

Two new roles on offer at New Zealand's national metrology institute

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Peter McDowall new MSL Director

MSL pressure scientist to lead lab through a time of change

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MSL Director set to head BIPM

MSL's Dr Annette Koo to take on top job in global metrology

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World Metrology Day Celebration

Please join us on Tuesday 20 May 2025

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MSL and NMI Sign Arrangement

New Zealand and Australia confirm cooperative metrology relationship

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King’s Birthday Honours

Keith Jones becomes a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit

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Launch of te reo Māori resources

We have created te reo Māori versions of two of our most popular resources

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Measurement in daily life

Modern society simply could not exist without measurement

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UNESCO Recognises Metrology Day

World Metrology Day officially becomes a UNESCO International Day

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New national facility

MSL to open a new national facility for coordinate measurement

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New MSL Laboratories

Nearly two years since turning the first sod, MSL's new Laboratory is complete

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Use of Infrared Thermometers

Use of infrared thermometers and thermal imagers for COVID-19