# List of companies with in-house R&D in Manchester

Tamtam tracks 34 companies with in-house R&D headquartered in Manchester. This list ranks the 30 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by The University of Manchester, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust and PZ Cussons. Their median headcount is 232. Half of them were founded in 1990 or later.

These Manchester-based companies with in-house R&D are primarily established firms in manufacturing, healthcare, and technology. Notable examples include PZ Cussons, a global household brand company, and THG, a vertically integrated group retailing beauty and nutrition brands. The list also features The University of Manchester, a prestigious educational institution, and Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, a large UK acute Trust.

The data shows a strong presence of healthcare providers, with three NHS Foundation Trusts – Manchester University, The Christie, and Pennine Care – among the largest employers. This indicates a significant concentration of medical research and patient care services within the city's R&D landscape.

🇬🇧 Manchester · 30 companies · Updated Nov 12, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [The University of Manchester](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/the-university-of-manchester) (manchester.ac.uk)<br>A prestigious university known for teaching excellence, research innovation, and a history of world firsts, with a large global alumni community | Higher Education | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 20,294 | 1824 |
| 2 | [Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/manchester-university-nhs-foundation-trust) (mft.nhs.uk)<br>A large UK acute Trust with nine hospitals providing comprehensive general to highly specialized services to 750,000 people in Manchester and Trafford | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 7,150 |  |
| 3 | [PZ Cussons](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pz-cussons) (pzcussons.com)<br>Global household brand company offering extraordinary products, recognition for talent, and endless opportunities for those with a positive attitude and ambition | Manufacturing | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 4,797 | 1884 |
| 4 | [THG](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/thg) (thg.com)<br>Vertically integrated group retailing beauty and nutrition brands using proprietary e-commerce technology and brand-building platform to global customers. | Retail | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 2,506 | 2004 |
| 5 | [The Christie NHS Foundation Trust](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/the-christie-nhs-foundation-trust) (christie.nhs.uk)<br>The company is a leading cancer center in Europe, offering a range of treatments, research, and diagnostic services to patients nationwide | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 2,078 |  |
| 6 | [Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pennine-care-nhs-foundation-trust) (penninecare.nhs.uk)<br>Provider of mental health, learning disability, and autism services in Greater Manchester and beyond, including Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport, Tameside, and Glossop | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 1,849 | 2002 |
| 7 | [McBride](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mcbride) (mcbride.co.uk)<br>This company is a top supplier of private label household and professional cleaning products for Europe's largest retailers, promoting teamwork and positive environment | Manufacturing | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 1,585 | 1927 |
| 8 | [Hilti Great Britain](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hilti-great-britain) (hilti.co.uk)<br>A global construction technology company providing innovative solutions, services, and products to professionals in over 120 countries, with a commitment to sustainability and employee wellbeing | Construction | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 1,070 | 1941 |
| 9 | [Renold Ltd.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/renold-ltd) (renold.com)<br>Manufacturer of industrial chains and power transmission products serving diverse industries worldwide with a focus on quality and innovation. | Industrial Machinery Manufacturing | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 559 | 1879 |
| 10 | [ConnexAI](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/connexai) (connex.ai)<br>Provides enterprise-grade conversational AI applications including AI Agent, Analytics, ASR, Voice, and Quality to boost profitability and productivity. | Software Development | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 540 | 2013 |
| 11 | [EPI-USE Labs](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/epi-use-labs) (epiuselabs.com)<br>Global software solutions company specializing in maximizing SAP system performance, simplifying data management, and helping clients navigate business challenges successfully | IT Services and IT Consulting | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 454 | 1983 |
| 12 | [Ultimate Products](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ultimate-products) (upplc.com)<br>A global company sourcing, developing, and distributing branded household products to major retailers, with a focus on quality and innovation | Manufacturing | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 323 | 1997 |
| 13 | [Peak](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/peak-manchester) (peak.ai)<br>AI platform optimizing inventories and pricing for global industry leaders, delivering rapid performance gains and increased revenues and efficiency. | Software Development | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 304 | 2015 |
| 14 | [Chiesi UK](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/chiesi-uk) (chiesi.uk.com)<br>Leading UK pharmaceutical company focused on respiratory treatments, neonatology, organ transplantation, and rare diseases Emphasizes ethical conduct, sustainability, and employee well-being | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 276 | 1999 |
| 15 | [Kingsland Drinks](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/kingsland-drinks) (kingsland-drinks.com)<br>Independent contract packer and supplier specializing in wine and spirits, offering product creation, bottling, distribution, and marketing services for diverse brands. | Food and Beverage Services | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 232 | 1955 |
| 16 | [Calrom](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/calrom) (calrom.com)<br>Innovative travel software company based in Pakistan and the UK, specializing in automated airline booking platforms and group booking management solutions | Airlines and Aviation | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 225 | 2007 |
| 17 | [Inspired Global Cuisine](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/inspired-global-cuisine) (inspiredgc.co.uk)<br>Manufacturing ready meal products for retail stores, focusing on quality, team development, and operational excellence at a single site. | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 161 |  |
| 18 | [Unibox](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/unibox) (unibox.co.uk)<br>Innovative company offering custom visual communication and LED lighting solutions with over 30 years of experience in design and manufacturing | Retail | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 131 | 1990 |
| 19 | [Luxfer](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/luxfer) (luxfer.com)<br>Global materials technology company specializing in high-performance materials, components, and gas cylinders for diverse industries with a focus on innovation and collaboration with customers | Manufacturing | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 130 | 1897 |
| 20 | [Amelia Knight Cosmetics Ltd](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/amelia-knight-cosmetics-ltd) (ameliaknight.com)<br>An award-winning beauty solution provider with global manufacturing capabilities, offering turnkey private label cosmetics, skincare, haircare, body care, and fragrance products worldwide | Personal Care Product Manufacturing | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 108 | 1998 |
| 21 | [Bosch Automotive Service Solutions UK](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bosch-automotive-service-solutions-uk) (boschautomotiveservicesolutions.com)<br>Providing diagnostic equipment, repair tools, spare parts for vehicles, and IoT solutions globally, focused on innovation and improving quality of life | IT Services and IT Consulting | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 93 | 1886 |
| 22 | [Lunio](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/lunio) (lunio.ai)<br>It provides solutions to eliminate fake clicks and traffic, ensuring genuine audience engagement and better optimization for advertising campaigns. | Software Development | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 82 |  |
| 23 | [Renthal](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/renthal) (renthal.com)<br>A global leader in manufacturing motorcycle and cycle handlebars, chainwheels, and accessories for various markets, with a strong focus on quality and performance | Sporting Goods Manufacturing | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 45 | 1969 |
| 24 | [BHID Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bhid-group) (bhid.co.uk)<br>A UK market leader in luxury interiors, offering bespoke furniture, staircase solutions, kitchens, and high-end doors through three specialist brands | Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 43 | 1989 |
| 25 | [npd](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/npd) (npd.studio)<br>This company uses the power of design to create sustainable products and experiences that benefit people, businesses, communities, and the planet | Design Services | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 42 | 2014 |
| 26 | [James Robinson Speciality Ingredients](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/james-robinson-speciality-ingredients) (jrsi.com)<br>A research-driven company with over 100 years of experience specializing in creating bespoke ingredients for personal care and speciality chemical industries globally | Chemical Manufacturing | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 36 | 1840 |
| 27 | [Scruffs](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/scruffs) (petslovescruffs.com)<br>A global brand specializing in premium pet bedding and accessories, focused on improving the lives of pets and their owners through innovative and fashionable products | Manufacturing | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 32 | 2005 |
| 28 | [CNP](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cnp-manchester) (cnpprofessional.co.uk)<br>Premium sports nutrition experts providing high-quality products formulated with premium grade ingredients, trusted by professional athletes and sports teams worldwide | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 30 | 1998 |
| 29 | [Club Systems](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/club-systems) (clubsystems.com)<br>Specializing in IT systems for golf clubs since 1982, providing solutions for administration, membership, reservations, point of sale, and security | Software Development | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 24 | 1982 |
| 30 | [Avecto](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/avecto) (beyondtrust.com)<br>Leader in Privileged Access Management, offering seamless prevention of data breaches, empowering organizations with platform for privilege security across various environments | Software Development | 🇬🇧 Manchester | 19 | 2008 |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 12, 2026.

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