Venson Automotive Solutions has gained accreditation for the Freight Transport Association’s (FTA) Van Excellence scheme for the fourth consecutive year.

Based on FTA’s best practice guidelines for van and LCV operation, the certification reinforces its commitment to raise standards in the industry.

Auditors visited Venson to examine its procedures for managing its in-house commercial fleet, including checks of driver and vehicle records.

Venson Automotive Solutions’s managing director Samantha Roff said “We passed the audit with flying colours, with no ‘non-conformities’ (NCs) or ‘opportunities for improvement’ (OFIs) raised.

“The auditor thanked us for the level or preparations we’d undertaken, which made the whole auditing process much easier for them.

“In addition, the auditor was impressed with the level of knowledge of all the staff involved in the audit process. This is a tremendous effort from the whole team and we aim to continue building on this level of excellence.”

FTA’s head of vans and light commercial vehicles Mark Cartwright said: “Venson has showed an impressive dedication to achieving the requirements of the Van Excellence Operator Accreditation Scheme – including high standards in fleet safety, efficiency and sustainability – and we are thrilled to publicly recognise its achievements.

“We encourage all van operators to follow in Venson’s footsteps and employ the highest standards in maintenance and driving