UKAS has welcomed the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) as its most recent Member.
As a company limited by guarantee, UKAS does not have shareholders and is governed by its Members.
UKAS Members
There are 21 UKAS Members, including the SMMT, who are drawn from government, business, professional institutes, and customer groups, all with an interest in accreditation.
Other UKAS Members include the Confederation of British Industry, the Association for Innovation, Research and Technology Organizations, the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, the Association of British Certification Bodies, and the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges.
integration of the UK automotive industry
Matt Gantley, UKAS’s Chief Executive, commented on SMMT’s appointment, "In welcoming the SMMT as UKAS members we give further recognition to the automotive sector, traders and manufacturing, as a vital sector for the UK economy."
He adds, "The relationship between the two organizations is long-standing, with SMMT having been a member of our Policy Advisory Forum for some years. UKAS is now delighted to cement our collaboration with SMMT further, enabling the voice of the UK automotive industry to be integrated fully into UKAS governance."
National accreditation
Mike Hawes, SMMT Chief Executive, said, "SMMT is delighted to become a member of UKAS, an organization with which we have an excellent relationship."
He adds, "Many of our member companies rely on national accreditation to underpin a range of product, system, and laboratory certification schemes, designed to provide customer confidence in products and services. We look forward to working together to add the voice of the UK automotive sector in shaping UKAS’ direction and services."