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BSI Kitemark® certification ensures a prosperous future for Austin Sheward Coachworks

Gaining the Kitemark certification has streamlined the processes and procedures for Austin Sheward Coachworks a Woking based bodyshop. Not all bodyshops are the same: To earn the Kitemark, vehicle body repair shops must prove that they conform to tough new standards set down in PAS 125. These include strict requirements that focus on skills, repair methods, equipment and materials. In addition, workshops must demonstrate that they have repair process management controls in place to monitor activities. All these elements are then assessed by independent BSI inspectors and must meet stringent

BSI Kitemark® certification ensures a prosperous future for Austin Sheward Coachworks

Gaining the Kitemark certification has streamlined the processes and procedures for Austin Sheward Coachworks a Woking based bodyshop. Jason Shepherd, assistant manager at Austin Sheward commented: “Gaining the Kitemark gives a robust standard which is recognised nationally by Insurance companies, work providers and the general public. I have been working with cars for over twenty years and I know vehicles have changed drastically in the past six years. “You need to have the Kitemark to ensure your vehicles are repaired to the highest quality standard and that we are getting critical car

BSI Kitemark® certification continues to help Chester-based Peacock Garage build a sustainable business

Kitemark certification has delivered an upturn in business and better working practices for Chester-based Peacock Garage who gained the BSI Kitemark standard for garage services four years ago. BSI is an independent body that owns and operates the Kitemark scheme, which aims to improve quality and safety for consumers by ensuring that motorists are confident and happy with the work received; that they know what is being done on their vehicle and they are presented with clear and understandable service – every time. To obtain the Kitemark garages must address key areas: customer service,

BSI Kitemark® certification continues to help Peacock Garage build a sustainable business

Kitemark certification delivers tangible commercial benefits to Chester-based Peacock Garage over the four years it has been certified in garage services and will continue to do so as it continues to maintain certification to PAS 80. Peacock Garage was the first garage in Chester to gain the prestigious Kitemark for garage services setting itself apart from competitors by demonstrating transparent and efficient customer service. Dave Holroyd, who has over 20 years experience in mechanical repairs commented: “The Kitemark scheme has helped me implement the correct systems to run my business

Global Repair Solutions stipulates all bodyshops in network have Kitemark certification to ensure excellent customer service

Newly launched Global Repair Solutions UK Ltd only accept bodyshops which have been Kitemark certified into its network. Bodyshops that display the Kitemark demonstrate to vehicle repair customers that stringent standards have been complied with and that they will receive a good safe and honest service. Launched in July last year to unite independent bodyshops into a national chain of fast-track repair centers, Global Repair Solutions is challenging the small repair market with its 'franchise' of independent Kitemark certified repair centres. Within each bodyshop will be a 'Global' fast

ESSEX EXTREME BODYWORKS FLYING HIGH WITH THE KITEMARK®

Husband and wife owned bodyshop Essex Extreme Bodyworks, based in Romford, recently gained the Kitemark - setting the high standards that consumers' and fleet managers expect when having their cars repaired. Established over 11 years ago, it now has a team of 22 staff - led by Jacqui who deals with the daily tasks of the back office business and Bill McKenna who overseas the work in the bodyshop. They have a team a team of highly trained individuals with many years of practical experience in the automotive body repair field, and enjoy long established relationships with a wide range of

ESSEX EXTREME BODYWORKS INVESTING AND LOOKING FORWARD WITH THE KITEMARK®

Husband and wife owned bodyshop Essex Extreme Bodyworks, based in Romford, recently gained the Kitemark - setting the high standards that consumers' and fleet managers expect when having their cars repaired. Established for over 11 years, it now has a team of 22 staff led by Jacqui who deals with the daily tasks of the back office business and Bill McKenna who overseas the work in the bodyshop. They have a team of highly trained individuals with many years of practical experience in the automotive body repair field, and enjoy long established relationships with a wide range of customers.

CHELTENHAM AND ROSS ON WYE BASED UK SELECT FLYING HIGH WITH THE KITEMARK®

UK Select based in Cheltenham and Ross On Wye has now gained the prestigious Kitemark at both its sites- setting the high standards that consumers' and fleet managers expect when having their cars repaired. Not all bodyshops are the same: To earn the Kitemark, vehicle body repair shops must prove that they conform to tough new standards set down in PAS 125. These include strict requirements that focus on skills, repair methods, equipment and materials. In addition, workshops must demonstrate that they have repair process management controls in place to monitor activities. All these elements

UK SELECT BODYSHOP INVESTING AND LOOKING FORWARD WITH THE KITEMARK®

UK Select Bodyshop group based in Cheltenham and Ross On Wye has now gained the prestigious Kitemark at both its sites - setting the high standards that consumers' and fleet managers expect when having their cars repaired. UK Select started in 1997 at the Ross On Wye site and in July last year expanded and acquired their site in Cheltenham. They have an experienced team of over 40 staff across both sites- a team of highly trained individuals with many years of practical experience in the automotive body repair field, and enjoy long established relationships with a wide range of customers.

LISBURN BASED BODYSHOP LINDSAY FORD FIRST BODYSHOP IN NORTHERN IRELAND TO GAIN THE KITEMARK®

Lindsay Ford bodyshop at Lisburn (Knockmore Industrial Estate) has been recently awarded the Kitemark- and it is the first bodyshop in Northern Ireland to gain such a prestigious certification. Not all bodyshops are the same: To earn the Kitemark, vehicle body repair shops must prove that they conform to tough new standards set down in PAS 125. These include strict requirements that focus on skills, repair methods, equipment and materials. In addition, workshops must demonstrate that they have repair process management controls in place to monitor activities. All these elements are then

LISBURN BASED BODYSHOP LINDSAY FORD FIRST BODYSHOP IN NORTHER IRELAND TO GAIN THE KITEMARK®

Lindsay Ford bodyshop at Lisburn has been recently awarded the Kitemark- and it is the first bodyshop in Northern Ireland to gain such a prestigious certification. The company has been in business since 1963 and was started by two brothers, David and Nick Lindsay, and then brought by Ford Retail in 2008 when the brothers retired. Lindsay Ford is now the largest Ford Dealer in Northern Ireland and one of the largest in the UK. They have eight locations and two bodyshops and they are also in the Top 100 companies in Northern Ireland. Dean McVeigh, Group Bodyshop Manager commented: “The

BSI and Kitemark® declared Superbrands for 2011

BSI and its renowned Kitemark have each scored highly in the prestigious Business Superbrands 2011 chart. Both brands made it into the top 200 of the 500-strong list, with BSI achieving its highest ever ranking. Adding extra weight to the drive to push the BSI Kitemark for garage and bodyshops initiative even further forward. This is the seventh successive year that BSI has been a top 500 Business Superbrand and the fourth year in a row that the Kitemark has been awarded the same distinction. BSI, which is also the National Standards Body, is 110 years old this year and continues to move

THE KITEMARK® MAJOR FACTOR IN NORTH WEST’S KARL VILLA BODYSHOP GROUP SAVING BODYSHOP AND JOBS

Kitemark certified Karl Vella Group, the North West’s accident repair group, has just added its fifth site with the acquisition of County Coachbuilders Automotive Ltd in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria-safeguarding all 27 jobs. County Coachbuilders is a 24,000 square foot bodyshop with an annual turnover of £1.75m, which takes the Group’s annual turnover to almost £12m. The site has the capability to repair over 50 vehicles per week, giving the Group an extended repair capacity of over 300 vehicles per week. Not all bodyshops are the same: To earn the Kitemark, vehicle body repair shops must

THE KITEMARK® MAJOR FACTOR IN KARL VILLA ACQUIRING COUNTY COACHBUILDERS

Kitemark certified Karl Vella Group, the North West’s accident repair group, has just added its fifth site with the acquisition of County Coachbuilders in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria-safeguarding all 27 jobs. County Coachbuilders is a 24,000 square foot bodyshop with an annual turnover of £1.75m, which takes the Group’s annual turnover to almost £12m. The site has the capability to repair over 50 vehicles per week, giving the Group an extended repair capacity of over 300 vehicles per week. Commenting on the acquisition, David Vella, operations director of Karl Vella Group said: “As well as

ACTON BASED AUTOHAUS BODYSHOP FLYING HIGH WITH THE KITEMARK®

Family owned bodyshop Autohaus, based in Acton, recently gained the Kitemark - setting the high standards that consumers' and fleet managers expect when having their cars repaired. Not all bodyshops are the same: To earn the Kitemark, vehicle body repair shops must prove that they conform to tough new standards set down in PAS 125. These include strict requirements that focus on skills, repair methods, equipment and materials. In addition, workshops must demonstrate that they have repair process management controls in place to monitor activities. All these elements are then assessed by

AUTOHAUS BODYSHOP INVESTING AND LOOKING FORWARD WITH THE KITEMARK®

Family owned bodyshop Autohaus, based in Acton, recently gained the Kitemark - setting the high standards that consumers' and fleet managers expect when having their cars repaired. Established over 30 years ago by Arjan Hirani it’s now run by his son Bharat Hirani. It now has 13 staff - a team of highly trained individuals with many years of practical experience in the automotive body repair field, and enjoys long established relationships with a wide range of customers. Bharat Hirani, director at Autohaus commented: “We decided to go for the Kitemark as the industry has been in need of a

THE KITEMARK® FOR VEHICLE BODY REPAIR SCHEME CELEBRATES ITS FOURTH BIRITHDAY WITH OVER 800 BODYSHOPS CERTIFIED

BSI is delighted to celebrate the fourth birthday of the vehicle body repair scheme that has redefined the crash repair industry. The design of modern motor vehicles is becoming ever more sophisticated, with the increasing use of advanced metallic composites and other leading edge automotive technologies. The industry has had to cope with dramatically expanded use of such materials, to the extent that the average motor vehicle of today now contains no less than 425 different metallic composites. Therefore the Kitemark scheme for vehicle repair was brought about by the industry as bodyshops

GRAHAM RICHARDSON & SON FLYING HIGH WITH THE KITEMARK®

Family owned bodyshop Graham Richardson based in Essex recently gained the Kitemark - setting the high standards that consumers' and fleet managers expect when having their cars repaired. Not all bodyshops are the same: To earn the Kitemark, vehicle body repair shops must prove that they conform to tough new standards set down in PAS 125. These include strict requirements that focus on skills, repair methods, equipment and materials. In addition, workshops must demonstrate that they have repair process management controls in place to monitor activities. All these elements are then assessed

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