Technical insight that supports safer, longer lasting roads.
Pavement engineering & materials testing
Laboratory and in-situ testing delivered by Norfolk Partnership Laboratory
Keeping neighbourhoods moving
Engineering solutions that serve people
Norfolk Partnership Laboratory, part of Norse Group, is a UKAS-accredited centre of excellence for pavement, geotechnical, and geo-environmental expertise. We provide practical on-site and laboratory testing, including soils, aggregates, bituminous mixtures, and concrete, alongside structural investigations and non-destructive testing. By combining technical precision with clear advice, recycled material guidance, and innovative thinking, we deliver safe, compliant, and sustainable infrastructure that benefit people and the built environment.
Practical expertise for every project
Norfolk Partnership Laboratory supports local authorities, contractors, and private clients with a full range of services, from pavement engineering, in-situ testing, and diamond drilling of concrete and bituminous structures to estate road design, pavement failure investigations, and surface dressing design and repair. We also provide contract supervision, quality control, and advice on environmental compliance and sustainable materials. This integrated approach ensures projects are resilient, cost-effective, and aligned with real-world operational and community needs.
Collaboration that drives results
Norfolk Partnership Laboratory work closely with clients and stakeholders to understand local priorities and challenges. By aligning technical solutions, such as road design to adoption guidelines and laboratory-supported material testing, with operational requirements, we help deliver infrastructure that is safe, reliable, and built to last. Our focus on collaboration ensures compliance, maximises value, and supports projects that positively impact the communities they serve.
What we do
Our services, built on trust and delivered with care.
Pavement engineering & materials testing
- Pavement engineering, structural testing, and in-situ road assessments
- Diamond drilling of concrete and bituminous structures
- Pavement failure investigations and design solutions
- Estate road design and surface dressing recommendations
- Advice on recycled aggregates and sustainable materials
- Non-destructive testing of structures
- UKAS-accredited laboratory testing for soils, aggregates, bituminous mixtures, and concrete
- Contract supervision, quality control, and environmental compliance
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County Hall
Martineau Lane
Norwich
NR1 2SG
Contact Number
01603 578385
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