The fourth multi-agency week of intensification, supported by the National Infrastructure Crime Reduction Partnership’s highlights the ongoing effort to tackle criminality and non-compliance within the metal and vehicle recycling sectors. This coordinated activity, involving British Transport Police, Home Office forces, environmental agencies, local authorities, and industry partners, has produced significant results. As part of this initiative, Robin Edwards, a leading consultant and owner of ONIS Consulting, has played a central role in supporting enforcement agencies and industry stakeholders, bringing years of experience advising on compliance and criminal disruption strategies.

The RECOVAS consortium – a pioneering collaboration led by global leader in sustainable materials, EMR – has successfully completed its four-year mission to build up the knowledge, technology and skills needed to develop the UK’s first circular economy for end-of-life electric vehicle (EV) batteries.  

This week saw a landmark celebration at Combilift’s global headquarters in Monaghan, marking the 10th anniversary of the highly successful OEM Engineering Traineeship—a collaborative initiative between Combilift and the Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB). The event, which welcomed past graduates, current trainees and local educators, underscored the programme’s evolution from a local skills initiative to a cornerstone of regional industrial development.

PartsXchange, a leading tailor-made collision repair online platform for automotive parts procurement and management, is proud to announce a new strategic partnership with Eladene Systems. An innovative technology provider in the automotive recycling sector. This collaboration aims to streamline and strengthen the relationship between VRA (Vehicle Recycling Association) approved recyclers and bodyshops. This will ensure a more efficient and cost-effective process for sourcing quality recycled automotive parts.

ICBR 2025 returns to the vibrant port city of Valencia, Spain, on September 10 – 12, and invites you to join us to celebrate our 30th anniversary of bringing together, first the battery recycling industry, and now the entire battery circular economy community.

Global leader in online vehicle remarketing and recycling, Copart UK, has announced that their Sandtoft ‘Super Centre’ in the North of England is now fully operational following its recent expansion works.

Davies, a leading specialist professional services and technology business, has announced a groundbreaking partnership with e2e Total Loss Claims Management (e2e). The collaboration aims to revolutionise the UK motor claims industry through the use of advanced generative AI technology, delivering faster, smarter, and more sustainable outcomes for all stakeholders.

The 2025 British Vehicle Salvage Federation (BVSF) AGM and Conference, held at Woodland Grange, Leamington Spa, on the 24th April, delivered a full day of critical updates, practical guidance, and industry collaboration across the vehicle salvage and recycling sectors. This year’s event balanced policy developments, regulatory reforms, operational best practices, and sustainability initiatives, making it essential for professionals in the field.

Stuart Mann, Managing Director at Reclamet, provides insight into how the VRAC’s Digital Parts Platform is revolutionising the vehicle recycling industry. As demand for certified green parts increases, this transformative platform is enabling recyclers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably, ushering in a new era of efficiency and innovation.