Quality, environmental responsibility and professional standards are central to the way we work.
Our independently assessed management systems, sustainability recognition and memberships of respected industry organisations demonstrate our commitment to maintaining high standards, operating responsibly and continually improving the service we provide.
These credentials give customers additional confidence that they are working with an experienced metal recycling business connected to best practice across the UK and international recycling industries.
Countrywide Metals is certified to ISO 9001:2015, the internationally recognised standard for quality management systems.
The certification confirms that we have structured processes in place to understand customer requirements, manage the quality of our services, monitor performance and continually improve the way we work.
What this means for our customers
Our certified scope covers:
The buying and selling of metals, and the transportation, handling and processing of metals.
Standard: ISO 9001:2015
Certificate number: 2892
Certification body: Auva Certification Ltd
Original certification date: 15 July 2026
Certificate expiry date: 14 July 2029
Countrywide Metals is also certified to ISO 14001:2015, the internationally recognised standard for environmental management systems.
This certification confirms that we have a structured system for identifying and managing the environmental effects of our activities, meeting relevant obligations, setting environmental objectives and improving our environmental performance.
What this means for our customers
Our certified scope covers:
The buying and selling of metals, and the transportation, handling and processing of metals.
Standard: ISO 14001:2015
Certificate number: 2893
Certification body: Auva Certification Ltd
Original certification date: 15 July 2026
Certificate expiry date: 14 July 2029
Countrywide Metals is registered to EU Regulation No 333/2011 (End of Waste).
The regulation establishes criteria under which certain types of processed iron, steel and aluminium scrap can cease to be classified as waste and be treated as recovered material.
Our registration reflects the controls applied to the buying, selling, transportation, handling and processing of metals.
What this means for our customers
The registration applies within its defined scope and does not mean that every material automatically achieves End of Waste status. Applicable criteria must be met for each qualifying consignment.
Standard: EU Regulation No 333/2011 (End of Waste)
Certificate number: 2895
Certification body: Auva Certification Ltd
Scope of supply: The buying and selling of metals, and the transportation, handling and processing of metals
Certification date: 15 July 2026
Valid until: 14 July 2029
Countrywide Metals is a member of the British Metals Recycling Association (BMRA), the trade association representing the UK metals recycling industry.
BMRA membership connects us with industry guidance, regulatory developments and best practice across the metals recycling sector. Members are expected to operate in accordance with the association’s Code of Conduct.
Our membership reflects our commitment to professional standards and to supporting a responsible, safe and successful UK metals recycling industry.
Countrywide Metals is a member of the Aluminium Federation (ALFED), the trade association representing the interests of the UK aluminium industry.
ALFED brings together organisations working across the aluminium supply chain, including production, processing, recycling and trade. Membership helps us remain connected to developments, knowledge and good practice within this important part of the metals industry.
It also supports our continued understanding of the opportunities and responsibilities associated with aluminium recovery, recycling and reuse.
Countrywide Metals is a member of the Bureau of International Recycling (BIR), the global federation representing the recycling industry.
BIR promotes materials recycling, the environmentally sound management of resources and the free and fair trade of recyclable materials. Its international network connects recycling businesses and industry associations across markets around the world.
Our membership reflects the national and international nature of our work and helps us remain connected to international markets, industry developments and global recycling best practice.
Countrywide Metals has received an EcoVadis Committed Badge, dated April 2026.
EcoVadis assesses the quality of an organisation’s sustainability management system across themes including environment, labour and human rights, ethics and sustainable procurement.
The Committed Badge recognises that Countrywide Metals completed the EcoVadis sustainability assessment and achieved the score required for this level of recognition at the time of assessment.
The badge is a sustainability rating recognition. It is not a product certification or an endorsement of our products and services.
Together, our ISO certifications, sustainability recognition and professional memberships demonstrate our commitment to:
Whether you need to buy or sell metal, arrange a collection or find a dependable recycling partner, our team is ready to help.
Speak to Countrywide Metals about your requirements or request a free, no-obligation quotation.
Call 0121 667 2007 or contact our team online.
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