NLR impact report 2025

As an applied research organisation in the field of aerospace, NLR holds a central position in the valorisation process of translating knowledge into value. Our goal is to ensure that our research findings are translated into practical applications that benefit society and the economy. This impact report features 20 articles about projects that collectively highlight our most notable research achievements from 2025. Each project illustrates how innovation can be harnessed to make a meaningful difference.

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Platform System Design

04 June 2026

Brochure: Wind tunnel modelling and testing

When an aircraft model enters a wind tunnel, it's a decisive step in development. Years of development, simulation and numerical analysis are about to face measurable reality.

NLR Aeroacoustic Wind Tunnel - AWT at NLR Marknesse
NLR corporate

04 June 2026

Brochure: Research infrastructure

NLR’s research infrastructure comprises a diverse range of facilities and equipment, forming the
foundation of our applied research. Our state-of-the-art facilities are accessible to companies and
other research institutions, allowing for collaborative innovation. In this brochure we present a modest
part of our extensive facilities for aviation, defence and space applications with which we can support
your research projects and R&D activities.

Sustainability and Environment

04 June 2026

Booklet: R&D More electric and hydrogen-electric powered aerospace

Hydrogen as a fuel is considered to be an important route towards future sustainable aviation. For aviation
applications, hydrogen presents several key advantages: it allows for the elimination of carbon emissions in
flight and along the entire life cycle. Its usage in fuel cells allows eliminating NOx and particles. When burnt
in a turbine engine, very low particle emissions can be expected, as well as reduced NOx emissions, provided that the combustion system is optimised. However, water vapour emissions need to be carefully managed.