Direct Research Portfolio Annual Report 2019 to 2020
The NDA group’s R&D investment of approximately £86 million in 2019 to 2020 included a separate budget for the direct commissioning of strategic projects. This Direct Research Portfolio is the focus of this report.
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The bulk of R&D expenditure is allocated to our Site Licence Companies (SLCs) and subsidiary organisations for specific on-site challenges identified during decommissioning activities. This work is carried out by the SLCs, the subsidiaries and through contracts awarded to their supply chain.
Separately, the NDA commission projects directly through the Direct Research Portfolio, particularly in areas with potential to have an impact across a number of sites. This kind of research also helps shape our future strategy, underpin existing strategy, encourage early innovation and maintain key technical skills.