Welcome to the website of the British Vehicle Salvage Federation which is the representative body of the vehicle salvage industry in the United Kingdom. The members of the BVSF meet all statutory requirements and work to high standards laid down by the Federation which include adherence to the market wide vehicle salvage Code of Practice. The BVSF is recognised by all.
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The EA are pleased to announce that they have published the Tyre Pyrolysis Oil Resource Framework (TPORF).
This is the first new end‑of‑waste framework to be introduced since the original Quality Protocols were developed between 2004 and 2015. It represents a major step in giving industry clearer guidance and greater confidence in how tyre‑derived pyrolysis oil (TPO) can be used as a refinery feedstock. The framework was developed following a submission from the Renewable Transport Fuel Association (RTFA) and the establishment of a Technical Advisory Group in November 2023.
The framework explains the conditions under which TPO can be considered to have reached end‑of‑waste status. It sets out what waste inputs are acceptable, the treatment and process controls required, the environmental and human‑health considerations, the market assessment, and the technical requirements for using TPO in refineries — including its role in producing sustainable aviation fuel.
The published guidance document is available here: Tyre pyrolysis oil: resource framework - GOV.UK
The framework will:
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At the AGM this year, being held at The Woodland Grange, Leamington Spa on May 7th, QSP will be presenting on the latest course they have to offer. See the advertisment below for further information. Clicking on the image will take you to the QSP site.
If you are a registered vehicle salvage company and you have been in business for at least one year you may apply to join the BVSF. There are substantial benefits which can be obtained from membership. These include the following:
You could enhance your status in the market by joining the BVSF. You would increase your prospects to obtain contracts from Insurers, local Authorities, Police and other sources of salvage vehicles. You would also receive an ongoing service of information of developments which might affect your business. You would have access to preferential parts distribution terms exclusive to BVSF members. There is also a specially negotiated Insurance Facility with excellent cover and attractive terms. All members receive a regular Update Newsletter and free copies of the exclusive BVSF Vehicle Salvage Professional quarterly magazine keeping you up to date on everything you need to know about vehicle salvage developments.