The British Institute Of Non-Destructive Testing
Also known as: Bindt
Accredit education, training and qualification programmes for NDT and related inspection technologies. Publish learned journals and text books. Disseminate information through a website. Organise conferences and seminars. Participate in international harmonisation of technical standards.
Activities & Mission
Accredit education, training and qualification programmes for NDT and related inspection technologies. Publish learned journals and text books. Disseminate information through a website. Organise conferences and seminars. Participate in international harmonisation of technical standards.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 89% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 292). How is this calculated?
Higher than 84% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 86% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £3,717,613 | £4,182,267 | £4,173,192 | £3,892,903 | £1,050,000 | 43 / 150 |
| 2024 | £4,073,323 | £3,895,220 | £3,886,674 | £4,297,821 | £900,000 | 39 / 150 |
| 2023 | £3,600,027 | £3,203,774 | £3,195,999 | £4,057,969 | £850,000 | 37 / 150 |
| 2022 | £3,486,376 | £2,988,646 | £2,980,855 | £3,611,243 | £850,000 | 36 / 150 |
| 2021 | £2,554,833 | £2,550,237 | £2,542,432 | £3,148,126 | £850,000 | 35 / 150 |
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Frequently asked questions about The British Institute Of Non-Destructive Testing
What does The British Institute Of Non-Destructive Testing do?
Accredit education, training and qualification programmes for NDT and related inspection technologies. Publish learned journals and text books. Disseminate information through a website. Organise conferences and seminars. Participate in international harmonisation of technical standards.
How much income did The British Institute Of Non-Destructive Testing report in 2025?
The British Institute Of Non-Destructive Testing reported total income of £3.72m and reported expenditure of £4.18m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The British Institute Of Non-Destructive Testing?
The British Institute Of Non-Destructive Testing has a program ratio of 112.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 89% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 292 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The British Institute Of Non-Destructive Testing registered as a charity?
The British Institute Of Non-Destructive Testing was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 March 1970 as charity number 260666. It has been registered for 56 years.
Who runs The British Institute Of Non-Destructive Testing?
The British Institute Of Non-Destructive Testing is governed by a board of 26 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The British Institute Of Non-Destructive Testing operate?
The British Institute Of Non-Destructive Testing operates across 17 areas, including Australia, China, Greece and 14 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The British Institute Of Non-Destructive Testing a registered charity?
Yes — The British Institute Of Non-Destructive Testing is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 260666.
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated