Matom - Radiological Protection Specialists since 2000

Backed by a specialist and highly experienced workforce, Matom deliver a comprehensive and unique range of radiological protection solutions you can trust. From complex nuclear decontamination and land remediation, to radiation protection advisors and emergency response. Matom ensure safe, compliant and practical solutions.

With over 25+ years of experience and 250+ successful projects, we combine decades of technical and operational experience to deliver safe, effective and compliant results in some of the most demanding environments.

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Turning Complex Challenges into Successful Outcomes

From strategy to implementation, Matom has helped clients navigate the toughest technical challenges from complex nuclear decommissioning and radiation protection advise to leading on emergency response operations.

We're trusted for our ability to combine technical expertise with practical hands on experience. We know the stakes are high, from regulatory compliance to public safety and project deadlines.

That's why our team combines a diverse and industry recognised range of radiological protection solutions, to achieve safe, compliant and sustainable results, even in the most demanding environments.

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Our Mission & Values

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    Safety First

    With proven expertise, our decisions prioritise and safeguard the workforce, environment, people and communities.

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    Innovation

    From world leading decontamination solutions and robotics to advanced waste reduction techniques, Matom thrive on solving complex challenges with fresh solutions.

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    Environmental responsibility

    Our environmental responsibility is at the heart of everything we do. From specialist waste management services to leading on the Recycle-Reuse-Reduce initiative to decontamination with Sponge-Jet.

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    Sustainability

    Matom understands its responsibility to provide sustainable and safe solutions. Our focus in on delivering today's projects without passing cost, risk or impact on to future generations.

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    Investment in People

    Matom are committed to developing, supporting and upskilling a workforce who can overcome challenges and complexities with confidence.

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Meet The TEam

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Matt Tuck – Co-founder and Managing Director

Matt is one of the industry-leading experts, and we're very proud to have him guiding your projects to success. Matt has over 35 years' experience and has developed from an operative into one of the leading advisors both nationally and internationally.

Matt has worked on some of the most high-profile and challenging cases from Litvinenko and Fukushima investigations, to advising on emergency response and a range of highly technical matters both at operational and government advisory level. This experience means he understands exactly what you're facing and how to guide you through it successfully.

Specialist Interests:

  • Environmental Protection

  • Waste Reduction and Waste Managements Strategies

  • Developing Innovative and Sustainable Decontamination Solutions

  • Decontamination approaches in high-alpha areas

"Our role isn't just technical; it's about understanding and acknowledging the long-term impacts of what we do and ensuring that we protect future generations. Understanding the political, social and environmental landscape is integral to helping our clients achieve their vision."

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Tom Robson – Co-founder and Director

Tom and Matt are equal share business partners and have known each other for over 35 years, having worked together on many projects all over the country. Tom has extensive experience in working in high-risk areas and in operational roles in power plants, bringing real-world expertise that directly benefits your projects.

"There's no substitute for hands-on experience when advising on complex matters. We not only have the technical skills but understand what it's like for your workforce operating in challenging and complex conditions. This is what helps us guide you through every aspect of your project successfully."

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Mark Musgrave – Operations Manager

Mark is an experienced operations manager with over 15 years' experience of managing and overseeing large operational teams on complex projects. Mark is a contract specialist and has secured and successfully delivered major projects, ensuring you get the results you need every time.

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Ella Tuck – Business Development

Ella has recently joined our team as a driven and enthusiastic graduate. She specialises in business development and marketing, following in her dad's footsteps and fully embracing everything about helping clients succeed. Ella brings fresh perspectives to how we can better serve you and understand your evolving needs.

Our Experience Across Sectors

Since 2000, Matom have offered a comprehensive range of radiological protection services. Our core set of skills has been expertly and successfully applied to a broad range of sectors and situations, each bringing their own challenges and risks. Whether its nuclear, defense, petrochemical or emergency response, Matom have earned their reputation as being one of the most highly diverse and unique companies in the UK.

  • Nuclear

  • Energy Sector

  • Petrochemical

  • Oil & Gas

  • Emergency Response/Counter Terrorism

  • Defence

  • Pharmaceuticals

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What Our Clients Say

  • "Collaboration with Matom brought a number of benefits to UKAEA Health Physics team during the JET decommissioning project. They supported our goals, and mission and turned a challenging request into a realistic solution. The team deployed on Culham Campus delivered specialist radiological and beryllium monitoring services tailored to UKAEA Health Physics needs, enabling critical projects to be achieved. This is a very positive start of a partnership, and I hope we can continue building long term relationships."

    — Ilona Karnowska-Paterski, Health Physics Laboratory Head, UK Atomic Energy Authority


  • "Collaboration with Matom brought a number of benefits to UKAEA Health Physics team during the JET decommissioning project. They supported our goals, and mission and turned a challenging request into a realistic solution. The team deployed on Culham Campus delivered specialist radiological and beryllium monitoring services tailored to UKAEA Health Physics needs, enabling critical projects to be achieved. This is a very positive start of a partnership, and I hope we can continue building long term relationships."

    — Ilona Karnowska-Paterski, Health Physics Laboratory Head, UK Atomic Energy Authority

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Our Expertise

We deliver a comprehensive range of radiation protection services in some of the most complex and demanding environments.

Why Choose Matom?

  • Proven Experience - Safe, compliant and successful delivery of over 250 projects in some of the most challenging and complex environments.

  • Industry leading Guidance - Highly experienced and trusted advisors to government and industry, giving you confidence at every stage.

  • Exceptional track record - Decades of experience managing safety and compliance in some of the most highly regulated industries.

  • Adaptable and Unique - Highly diverse and readily available workforce who can support on a range of projects.

  • Innovation - Leading on Recycle-Reuse-Reduce innovations to decontamination with Sponge-Jet. Now Matom SpongeTech is the exclusive UK distributor.

From strategy to implementation, our radiation protection capabilities span nuclear power plants, emergency response, decommissioning, scientific research facilities, healthcare, trans boundary shipments and defense, both in the UK and Internationally.

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Matom SPONGETeCH IS THE UK Distributor for Sponge-Jet:
a reusable, high-control surface-preparation technology that reduces waste, improves safety and delivers consistent, high-quality results.

Learn more at Matom SpongeTech

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 FAQs

  • For over 25 years, we've gained a reputation for being one of the most experienced, diverse and unique companies offering a range of radiation protection services. Unlike many consultancies, we don't just advise, we deliver practical solutions, based on decades of technical and operational experience, backed by a proven track record and trusted by some of the biggest industries and government departments.

  • Matom operate across the UK and internationally, providing a comprehensive and unique range of radiation protection services, including nuclear decontamination, radiological waste management, characterisation and surveys, emergency response, an extensive workforce including Radiation Protection Advisors (RPA) and innovative decontamination solutions like Sponge-Jet.

  • Matom have carried out decontamination work in some of the most challenging environments, with some of the most challenging substances. So, we know that works and we know that Sponge-Jet works. From high alpha contaminants tritium in materials, we trust Sponge-Jet to deliver exceptional results to the highest industry standard. Matom also understand the difficulties facing the nuclear industry such as waste management, waste storage, accessing high risk areas and industry wide budget concerns, and we're proud to use a product that meets these challenges head on. Head to our decontamination services page or www.matomspongetech.com to find out more about this world leading technology.

  • Matom has decades of experience in some of the most challenging environments and industries that demand the highest safety and regulatory standards. Backed by a qualified and experienced team who have decades of technical and operational experience, we have an exceptional track record of ensuring projects meet the highest standards.

Your Project. Your Success.

We understand the pressure of delivering complex projects. With the right support, you can move forward with confidence that your project will be completed in a safe, effective, efficient and compliant manner.

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