About Us

Supporting chemical compliance since 2008

Larry Higgins during King's Award presentation at Penman Consulting Office

Who We Are

Built on experience. Driven by expertise.

Founded in Brussels, with offices in the UK and Belgium, Penman Consulting is a specialist scientific and regulatory consultancy serving chemical and related industries worldwide. Our multidisciplinary team brings decades of hands-on industry experience, combining deep regulatory knowledge with practical, science-led insight.

We act as a trusted partner, offering clear communication, transparency, and dedicated support. By integrating regulatory science, industry expertise, and digital innovation through our Active Steward™ platform, we help organisations achieve compliant, efficient, and sustainable outcomes in an evolving global regulatory landscape.

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What We Do

Where regulatory science meets digital innovation.

Penman Consulting provides expert support across the full spectrum of chemical industry needs, including Regulatory Compliance, Scientific Services, Solutions, and Consortia Management. We guide clients through complex global regulations, deliver robust scientific assessments, coordinate collaborative industry initiatives, and implement practical, efficient solutions, all supported by our propriety Active Steward™ platform.

What Makes Us Different?

Investing in people. Powered by innovation.

Alongside a wealth of experience across diverse industry sectors, our team brings expertise from academia, CROs, industry, consultancy and regulatory bodies. We invest in both our people and our technology, encouraging continuous learning, skills development, and career growth to better serve our clients. We also provide cutting-edge tools to ensure our work is efficient, accurate, and innovative.

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Penman Consulting Team at Chemical Watch Biocides Conference 2025

Our Mission

Science-based solutions for a sustainable future.

We deliver science-based solutions that empower responsible product stewardship, ensure regulatory compliance, and help advance human and environmental health and wellbeing. Through collaboration, innovation, and integrity, we help our partners navigate complexity and drive sustainable progress for a healthier, more resilient world.

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Our Values

Navigating compliance with confidence

We combine multidisciplinary experience, science-driven guidance, innovative digital solutions, and a collaborative approach to deliver clear, practical, and sustainable regulatory outcomes worldwide.

Scientific Integrity & Excellence

We commit to the highest standards of scientific rigour, transparency, and accuracy in all our work.  

Client Partnership

We build long-term relationships with our clients based on trust, responsiveness, and a deep understanding of their needs and challenges.

Regulatory Expertise

We stay at the forefront of chemical legislation and policy developments to offer cutting-edge, compliant, and strategic solutions.

Sustainability

We support sustainable chemical management and responsible innovation to protect human health and the environment and promote non-animal testing where possible.

Collaboration & Teamwork

We promote a collaborative working environment, both within our team and with our clients, where knowledge and expertise are shared to deliver considered and effective outcomes.

Adaptability & Innovation

We embrace change and continually improve our methodologies and tools to meet new regulatory and scientific challenges.

Our Team

Science, regulation, strategy & success.

Our team unites experienced scientists, regulatory specialists, and project managers with deep knowledge in chemical regulation, toxicology, ecotoxicology, exposure science, and data management. Drawing on various backgrounds, we blend strategic insight with practical expertise to deliver science-based, effective outcomes. Whether managing complex dossiers, leading consortia, or shaping regulatory strategy, our people are the driving force behind our trusted reputation.

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Ross Newby

Principal Developer

Colin Ball

Director & CEO

Varvara Kokkali

Consortium Manager

Martyna Kundrotaite

Exposure Scientist

Larry Higgins

Head of Scientific Services

Claire Elliott

Principal Toxicologist

Victoria Benson

Principal Environmental Scientist

Richard Breese

API Integration Specialist

Carole Lamant

Regulatory Scientist

Mike McMahon

Principal Toxicologist

Adam Trodden

Financial Controller

Tim Kilpatrick

Head of Consortia Services

Kayleigh Coates

Toxicologist

Megan Griffiths

Senior Environmental Scientist

Joanna Deeming

Scientific Services Officer

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