Czech product testing in 2027<\/strong> could become easier for manufacturers and other businesses. The Czech Ministry of Industry and Trade (MPO) plans to merge six state testing institutes into one national organization. The new body will operate under the name \u010cesk\u00fd n\u00e1rodn\u00ed zku\u0161ebn\u00ed institut (\u010cNZI)<\/strong>, or Czech National Testing Institute<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to the ministry’s announcement<\/a>, published on 5 November 2026, the reform has two main goals. It aims to make testing services easier to access while reducing the cost of running the institutes. As a result, companies could benefit from a simpler way to arrange different types of technical tests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today, manufacturers may need several testing institutes to check different parts of a product. Each institute has its own contracts, staff and procedures. This can make the process harder to manage, especially for companies that produce complex machinery or electrical equipment. Under the new model, businesses could arrange several tests through one main partner and one contract<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, the merger is still in preparation. The six institutes will continue to operate under their current structures until the authorities complete the required legal steps. Therefore, businesses should see this reform as a future change rather than a system they can already use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The government plans to bring together six state testing institutes that work in different technical fields. The aim is to create a stronger national network while keeping the skills and knowledge of each organization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Technick\u00fd a zku\u0161ebn\u00ed \u00fastav stavebn\u00ed Praha, s.p. (TZ\u00daS)<\/strong>, or Technical and Testing Institute for Construction Prague<\/em>, will form the base of the new organization. It currently focuses on testing and technical work in the building sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The other five institutions are the Elektrotechnick\u00fd zku\u0161ebn\u00ed \u00fastav, s.p. (EZ\u00da)<\/strong> (Electrotechnical Testing Institute<\/em>), which focuses on electrical equipment, and the Fyzik\u00e1ln\u011b technick\u00fd zku\u0161ebn\u00ed \u00fastav, s.p. (FTZ\u00da)<\/strong> (Physical-Technical Testing Institute<\/em>), which carries out special technical tests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The merger will also include the Stroj\u00edrensk\u00fd zku\u0161ebn\u00ed \u00fastav, s.p. (SZ\u00da)<\/strong> (Engineering Test Institute<\/em>), which works with machines and industrial products. In addition, the Textiln\u00ed zku\u0161ebn\u00ed \u00fastav, s.p. (TZ\u00da)<\/strong> (Textile Testing Institute<\/em>) will bring its knowledge of fabrics and textile goods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Finally, the V\u00fdzkumn\u00fd a v\u00fdvojov\u00fd \u00fastav d\u0159eva\u0159sk\u00fd, Praha, s.p. (VV\u00daD)<\/strong> (Research and Development Institute of Woodworking<\/em>) will contribute its skills in wood products and related technical research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although these institutes work in different fields, they also manage many similar tasks. For example, each one handles its own office work, IT systems, equipment purchases and investment plans. By bringing some of these tasks together, the ministry hopes to reduce repeated work and improve how the institutes use their funds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n At the same time, the government plans to keep the existing expert teams and testing sites. This is an important part of the reform because businesses rely on these specialists for their technical knowledge. Therefore, the goal is not to remove expert services but to make them easier to organize and access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The planned merger could bring practical benefits to companies that need several types of technical testing. In particular, manufacturers of complex products may find it easier to arrange tests across different fields.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For example, imagine a company that develops industrial machinery. Before selling a new machine, the company may need to test both its moving parts and its electrical system. Today, these tests may involve different institutes, contracts and contact points. This can create extra work for the company and make it harder to plan the testing process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Under the proposed system, the manufacturer could work with one main partner instead. The new national institute would then help arrange the tests with the right experts and laboratories. As a result, the company could spend less time managing separate contacts and more time focusing on its product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the main expected benefits is simpler coordination.<\/strong> A single contract could make it easier to manage different testing activities. In addition, better cooperation between laboratories could help companies plan their projects more clearly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The reform may also support businesses that develop new products and need help from several technical fields. For international manufacturers, one main contact could make the Czech testing system easier to understand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, the merger will not remove existing product safety rules or technical standards. Companies will still need to meet all the requirements that apply to their products. The government has also not promised lower testing fees. Therefore, businesses should view the reform as a possible improvement in how services work, rather than a guarantee of lower costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Another important goal of the merger is to improve how the state testing institutes manage their spending. According to BusinessInfo.cz<\/a>, an early study suggests that the six institutes could reduce their annual operating costs by around 15%<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The ministry expects these savings mainly from shared office services, purchasing and investment plans. Today, each institute manages these tasks on its own. In the future, the new organization could combine some of them and avoid paying for similar work several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For instance, the institutes could work together when buying equipment or planning upgrades to their laboratories. They could also share IT and other support services. As a result, the new structure could reduce office costs and free up funds for other needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The ministry plans to use these savings to improve laboratories and buy modern testing tools. This could help the institutes meet the needs of businesses that develop new products or work with advanced equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, it is important to understand what the 15% saving<\/strong> means. The figure refers to the running costs of the six institutes, not to the fees paid by manufacturers. In other words, businesses should not expect their testing bills to fall by the same amount.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The government has not announced a general price cut for testing services. Instead, it hopes to build a system that works better and makes good use of public resources. The real benefits will depend on how the merger takes place and how the new organization manages its services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Ministry of Industry and Trade has named 1 January 2027<\/strong> as an important date in the merger process. However, this does not mean that all six institutes will immediately become one organization on that day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The authorities must first complete the required legal steps. They must also deal with matters linked to testing approvals, accreditations and other official permits. The ministry expects to finish the legal merger by the end of 2027. Until then, the six institutes will continue their current work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For manufacturers, the best approach is to stay informed and prepare for possible changes<\/strong>. Companies can start by reviewing which testing services they currently use and whether they work with more than one institute. This can help them understand how the future system could affect their activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For example, a business that uses one institute for electrical tests and another for machine tests may benefit from the new model. Once the merger takes effect, it could become easier to arrange both services through a single contact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition, companies should follow official updates from the ministry and their current testing partners. These updates will help them understand when the new organization starts offering services and whether any contract or contact details change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For international businesses in Czechia, the reform could make local testing easier to manage. However, companies should continue following the existing rules until the authorities confirm any changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The main takeaway is clear: Czechia wants to make product testing simpler while keeping the skills of its existing experts<\/strong>. If the reform succeeds, businesses could benefit from better coordination and more efficient testing services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For now, companies should plan ahead, monitor the merger and keep using the current procedures. This will help them prepare for the changes expected during 2027 without disrupting their ongoing projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ministry of Industry and Trade (MPO) \u2013 Planned Merger of Six Testing Institutes \u2013 5 November 2026.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nWhich Six Czech Testing Institutes Will Join the Merger?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How Could Czech Product Testing Benefit Manufacturers?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why Could the Merger Reduce Operating Costs?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What Should Businesses Expect from Czech Product Testing in 2027?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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