Oxford Instruments plc has won the award for Best Technology Company of 2008 at the annual PLC Awards. These awards, presented at The Grosvenor House Hotel in London, are sponsored by Price Waterhouse Coopers, The Financial Times and the London Stock Exchange. The PLC Awards recognize excellence among smaller companies quoted on the London Stock Exchange. The Best Technology Award in particular is given to companies whose business growth and success are driven by development of product and service technology.

"We celebrate 50 years of scientific excellence and innovation this year, and our technology is at the core of our success," said Oxford Instruments Chief Executive Jonathan Flint. "Our strength is in the talent and expertise of our staff and I am proud to accept this award on their behalf."

Oxford Instruments has a range of high technology tools, systems & services that are widely used in healthcare, research for sustainable energy sources, environmental protection, conservation and industrial quality control. Its products are playing a major role in the emerging nanotechnology sector.

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