Currently, there are only 131 listed transport operators across the UK within the DVSA scheme.
Launched in 2018, the scheme was designed to provide businesses with a more efficient way to demonstrate compliance with DVSA regulations. By reporting key operational data, operators can showcase their commitment to safety and best practices.
It also means that operators which have earned recognition are less likely to have vehicles stopped at the roadside or have DVSA staff visit their sites.
The criteria on which LTS was measured include maintenance, drivers' hours compliance, and any fixed penalties or prosecutions incurred by the operator.
Attaining the accreditation follows a series of significant milestones for LTS Global Solutions, which has invested heavily in every aspect of its operation over the past 12 months.
In late 2024, LTS Global Solutions partnered with Aquarius IT to enhance their data collection, analytics, and reporting capabilities.
By implementing Aquarius IT's suite of DVSA-accredited solutions, including ClockWatcher Elite for tachograph analysis, the digital Driver Walkaround Check, and the Asset Maintenance system for managing Preventative Maintenance Inspections (PMIs), MOTs, and other critical records, LTS was able to streamline its compliance processes.
Rather than having a convoluted paper trail the system’s Document Management Portal allows the company to store all policy updates and procedures into one singular app, allowing it to manage all areas of driver and fleet compliance seamlessly.
Dave Hands, Managing Director of LTS Global Solutions commented: “Achieving DVSA Earned Recognition status for the first time is a tremendous accolade and we couldn’t be prouder to be joining such an exclusive group of transport operators as those listed on the DVSA scheme.
“By becoming accredited, we are now able to tangibly demonstrate our commitment to delivering exemplary standards, which furthermore allows us to give our customers and partners confidence that we operate to the highest level in ensuring safe and compliant transport services.”
The announcement a series of other achievements which includes gaining a BRCGS AA grade – again for the first time - for storage and distribution, securing
FORS Bronze and Silver accreditations, reflecting its dedication to best practices in safety, efficiency, and environmental protection within fleet operations. Re-certification of ISO 9001 which demonstrates their commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
Dave Hands continued: “These latest achievements also underpin the hard work and dedication of the LTS team as well as the value of our recent investment has made into the business – most notably in aligning ourselves with Aquarius IT, who have been instrumental in helping us streamline our compliance processes and enabling us to digitise and centralise key operational data.”
