Governance

At CRL, governance is not a corporate formality — it’s our compass. For over 70 years, we’ve been guided by a framework built on accountability, transparency, and long-term stewardship. Since our founding in 1955, we’ve maintained private ownership, with the shareholders being our own senior management team — leaders who collectively bring over 100 years of service within the company. This structure ensures that every decision made at CRL is anchored in experience, integrity, and the company’s enduring legacy.

“Good governance is about consistency, clarity, and the courage to think long-term — even when the market doesn’t.”

A Leadership Framework Built on Trust

Our management team is deeply invested in CRL’s success — not just financially, but personally. Their dual role as both leaders and shareholders means corporate responsibility and company performance are inseparable.

1. Long-term decision-making: Every strategic move considers sustainability, not short-term gain.
2. Experience-driven insight: Decades of commercial and technical knowledge underpin every choice.
3. Collaborative accountability: Governance is a shared responsibility, woven into every department and project.

Transparency Across All Operations

Governance at CRL means nothing operates in the dark. Our internal processes are designed to keep leadership informed and accountable across every tier of operation:

• Quality, Safety & Environment: Regular audits by our own Safety Advisors ensure that standards are not just met — they’re exceeded.
• Board Oversight: SHEQT (Safety, Health, Environment, Quality & Training) and Management meetings track performance, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Sustainability Reporting: Carbon emissions and environmental impact are measured, reviewed, and publicly reported through our Carbon Reduction Plan.

The CRL Ethos

“Governance isn’t about control — it’s about continuity.”

Our governance philosophy ensures that every CRL project, partnership, and policy reflects our unwavering commitment to responsible leadership, sustainable growth, and ethical decision-making.By holding ourselves accountable to the highest standards, we don’t just protect our legacy — we future-proof it.