We are an Executive Agency of the Department for Transport and exist to improve vehicle safety and environmental protection by providing robust testing and certification to internationally recognised standards.

Designated by the Secretary of State to discharge their statutory responsibility for operating national and UNECE type approval schemes, we approve most categories of new vehicles from locations in the UK and overseas. We have also been designated to act as the UK authority for the certification of packaging and intermediate bulk containers used for the transport of dangerous goods.

With more than 40 years’ experience, we have become one of the largest and well-respected approval bodies around. This position has been built on a reputation for technical expertise and quality, which is at the heart of everything we do.

Automotive

Packaging Services

Transportation

Vehicle Certification Agency (VCA)

Pia Wilkes

Gwyneth Kidd

Jamie Stevenson Assoc Cipd

Richard Brown Fcca

Ashley Bradford

Bob W.

Paul Higgs

Christopher McCabe

Paul Taylor

The Engineering and Technical Support team at the Vehicle Certification Agency (VCA) is responsible for ensuring that vehicles meet safety and environmental standards through rigorous testing and certification processes. This multidisciplinary team, comprising engineers and technical support specialists, provides expertise in type approval, infrastructure operations, and homologation, facilitating compliance with national and international regulations. Their commitment to technical excellence supports the agency's mission to enhance vehicle safety and environmental protection.

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