Sunbury Research Centre, Research facility in Sunbury-on-Thames, United Kingdom.
Sunbury Research Centre is a research facility in Sunbury-on-Thames that covers substantial grounds and houses modern laboratories and technical installations. The facilities are dedicated to energy research and related scientific work.
The facility began in the early 1900s as a small chemical operation and grew into a major research complex. During World War II it played a role in supporting war efforts through scientific development.
The research center employs 3,500 individuals from 50 different nationalities, with staff members speaking more than 30 languages throughout the facility.
The center is located in an established industrial region with good transport connections and is surrounded by other technical facilities. Visitors should note that it is an active research site with security requirements.
During World War II, scientists at the center developed specific methods to produce high-octane aviation fuel at the Abadan refinery in Iran.
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