Pendragon Vehicle Management has been acknowledged as a Van Excellence Recognised Partner.

The Freight Transport Association’s Van Excellence accreditation scheme aims to enhance standards of van operator compliance, celebrate operators who demonstrate excellence and represent the interests of the van industry.

It is open to van operators of all sizes and business sectors, whether they are FTA members or not.

The scheme received a prestigious Prince Michael International Road Safety Award for achievement and innovation in road safety in 2016.

Mark Cartwright, head of vans at FTA, said: “We are delighted to welcome Pendragon Vehicle Management as a Van Excellence Recognised Partner, which acknowledges the valuable products and services the company provides to van operators.

"We are looking forward to working with Pendragon to support the safe and compliant operation of van fleets.”

Neal Francis, divisional managing director at Pendragon, said: “We are proud to be recognised as a Van Excellence Partner, driving standards and best practice forward in this critical fleet sector”.