About Us
A Scottish Company Since 1998
We have come a long way since the 14th September 1998, when three men (and a couple of dogs) made the decision to become the best sports surfaces testing company in the United Kingdom. From our first office in Blantyre, Lanarkshire to our world leading fit-for-purpose laboratory in Livingston, we have achieved many milestones along the way.
In that time, we have worked with some of the same individuals, organisations and companies and built good working relationships based on trust, integrity and a dedication to meeting client needs. We've grown from a turf tester to a modern lab expanding and diversifying to meet the demands of an evolving market, including wearable technology and Goal Line Technology (GLT).
We are fully accredited and certify hundreds of products for FIFA, WR, and FIH in addition to countless other quality control tests. Our field department tests more than 800 fields each year and we hold a major percentage of the UK market. Our consultancy team delivers seasoned guidance and advice both nationally and internationally. Pushing us forward, our motivated R&D team delivers innovative solutions to complex problems.
None of this would be possible without our clients and business partners who work alongside us to help make sports surfaces safe for everyone.
Richard Nixon & Eric O'Donnell
Founders of Sports Labs Ltd.