Silverlake Automotive Recycling in Shedfield has won two four-year term police contracts.

Sussex & Surrey Police renewed their contract, and Hampshire & IOW Constabulary have signed up for the first time.

The contracts were given by Automobile Association Developments Ltd (AADL) Contractor Management.

Silverlake has maintained a working relationship with Sussex and Surrey Police for the past decade, which has developed an effective and efficient collaboration.

They will be in charge of collecting vehicles for disposal via recycling or auction, after they are released from police storage with the appointed recovery operators.

In addition to the business case benefits available from Silverlake, the company's investment in and support for the regional community, commitment to carbon reduction, and focus on minimising environmental impact have been noteworthy for AADL.

The company uses data to work out the market demand for reclaimed parts by using their model and type.

Dan Bristow, contractor scheme manager at AADL Contractor Management, said: "Following a rigorous ITT, I am pleased that Silverlake have been successful in their tender, to provide the salvage provision on behalf of AADL, to both the Surrey & Sussex Police Vehicle Recovery Scheme and the Hampshire & IOW Constabulary Vehicle Recovery Scheme.

"This long-standing collaboration is testament to the hard work and dedication that the team at Silverlake have demonstrated over the years and I look forward to working closely with the team to ensure both these schemes are a success."

Steve Diaper, operations manager at Silverlake said: "We are really proud to have won these prestigious contracts. Our business reputation is built on professionalism, competitive pricing and outstanding customer service.

"The fact that AADL and Sussex & Surrey Police have relied on our services for 10 years and have just renewed our contract for a further four demonstrates great trust in our operations – that’s hugely rewarding for the team.

"To then go on to win the contract for Hampshire & IOW Constabulary as well is even further validation, reinforcing our credibility and helping to position us as the automotive recycling partner of choice in the market."