Fix Auto Buckingham has become the first Fix Auto UK repairer – and the second independent repairer in the UK – to achieve the prestigious ARIES Maturity Level 5 Environmental Accreditation for the 2025 reporting period.
Working in partnership with Purchase Direct, the Northamptonshire repairer successfully achieved the highest level of accreditation under the ARIES framework – the automotive industry’s recognised environmental standard for improving energy efficiency, waste management, emissions reduction, regulatory compliance and sustainable business practices across bodyshops and repair centres.
The team at Purchase Direct guided the business through the accreditation process, including calculating Scope 1, 2 and 3 carbon emissions and developing a comprehensive carbon reduction management plan. Achieving Maturity Level 5 reflects Fix Auto Buckingham’s long-standing commitment to sustainability and their proactive approach to reducing environmental impact.
Richard Taylor, Owner of Fix Auto Buckingham, said:
“Environmental responsibility is a key priority for our business and ARIES has provided us with a recognised framework that’s specifically designed for the automotive repair industry. Prior to ARIES coming into force, we already held the PAS2060 certification, so the framework for our environmental credentials was already firmly in place.
“Achieving Maturity Level 5 not only further cements those credentials but has taken them to a whole new level. Being the first Fix Auto UK repairer to achieve this is yet another proud milestone for the business and reflects the commitment of our entire team to reducing our carbon footprint, improving resource efficiency and embedding sustainable practices throughout our operation. While we’re proud of this achievement, we’re equally focused on continuing our environmental journey.”
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