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NBRA ‘deeply disappointed’ with new immigration requirements
- 20/03/2024
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
The National Body Repair Association (NBRA) has expressed concern about the latest changes to immigration requirements announced by the UK government. From 4 April, the general salary threshold for skilled workers coming to the UK will increase from £26,200 to £38,700. The NBRA fears this will make it harder [...] -
Orbital joins repairer body
- 20/03/2024
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
The National Body Repair Association (NBRA) and Vehicle Builders and Repairers Association (VBRA) has announced that Orbital Repair Solutions has been named as a Supplier Member. Orbital brings together independent repairers across Greater London and the south of England into a larger entity, providing access to a [...] -
Vehicle Crash Repairs announces new sustainable site
- 08/03/2024
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Vehicle Crash Repairs is moving into a new 30,000-sqft site in Milton Keynes to accelerate its drive towards more sustainable operations. The insurer-approved bodyshop business has invested heavily in new green technology and equipment as it moves closer towards becoming a carbon-neutral vehicle repair [...] -
NBRA and School of Thought unveil AWE24
- 06/03/2024
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
The National Body Repair Association (NBRA) and Vehicle Builders and Repairers Association (VBRA) has launched the Automotive Work Experience Initiative, in partnership with School of Thought. AWE24 is a work experience scheme tailored for young people with an interest in the automotive body repair sector. Work [...] -
Cogent Hire joins NBRA
- 23/02/2024
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
The National Body Repair Association (NBRA) has announced that Chorley-credit hire company Cogent Hire has become a supplier member in anticipation of an electric vehicle surge. Martyn Rowley, executive director of the NBRA, said: “At NBRA, we are committed to fostering partnerships that bring genuine value to [...] -
NBRA announces Fixico partnership
- 01/02/2024
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
The National Body Repair Association (NBRA) has announced a new partnership with Fixico, a leading digital car repair management platform. Fixico delivers a digitally connected marketplace, empowering businesses to make data-driven repair choices, optimise and monitor repairs, and enhance customer [...] -
NBRA backs industry call for data legislation
- 26/01/2024
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Categories: Featured, News
The National Body Repair Association (NBRA) has lent its support to a European-wide call for fair access to in-vehicle data. In a letter to European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen, the group of industry bodies including the Association Internationale des Réparateurs en Carrosserie (AIRC), of which the [...] -
Date set for Greener Bodyshop Awards 2024
- 19/01/2024
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
The National Body Repair Association (NBRA) has announced the date and venue for the 2024 Greener Bodyshop Awards (GBSA). The awards, which showcase the repairer industry’s commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility, take place at the Coventry Building Society Arena on 10 September. Martyn [...] -
ACG enhances NBRA relationship
- 15/01/2024
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Accident Credit Group has announced it will a Gold Supplier Partner to the National Body Repair Association this year. As part of the partnership, ACG will promote a range of funding solutions that support cash flow efficiencies for NBRA members. Dan Nicholson, ACG business development manager, said: “I’m [...] -
NBRA responds to Red Sea crisis
- 12/01/2024
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
The National Body Repair Association has encouraged members to reassess their stock levels after supply chains have been disrupted by issues in the Red Sea. Political disturbance in the region has forced shipping to bypass the Suez Canal, meaning journey times are much longer and more expensive. The NBRA said: [...]