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 Leadership Team at the Vehicle Certification Agency (VCA) drives the strategic vision and operational excellence necessary to uphold the agency's commitment to vehicle safety and environmental protection. Comprising senior executives and expert engineers, the team oversees the implementation of statutory type approval schemes, ensures adherence to international standards, and fosters innovation in vehicle testing and certification processes. Their collective expertise shapes policies and initiatives that maintain VCA's reputation as a leading authority in vehicle certification and safety.

Leadership Team

Engineering and Technical Support

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Engineering and Technical Support

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