Accreditation and Trust in Reused Parts – IRT Webinar to Spotlight a New Era for Auto Recyclers
As vehicle manufacturers, insurers and repair networks double down on sustainability and circularity, one challenge keeps coming up: how do we guarantee that reused parts are safe, high-quality and traceable, and prove it to the market?
That question sits at the heart of the next International Round Table on Automotive Recycling (IRT) webinar: “Accreditation in the Auto Recycling Sector: Building Trust in Reused Parts” – Thursday 11 December 2025 – 12:00 GMT – Free to attend – register here.
Designed for recyclers, insurers, OEMs, repairers, policymakers and technology providers, this 60-minute session will explore how accreditation is fast becoming a strategic lever for growth, compliance and credibility in auto recycling.
Why accreditation is moving centre stage
With demand for reused and green parts rising sharply, the sector is under pressure to offer consistent standards on safety, quality and environmental performance.
Accreditation schemes provide the framework to do exactly that, combining auditable criteria with clear expectations around processes, documentation and outcomes.
By putting structure around best practice, accreditation:
- Builds confidence among insurers and repair networks that parts are reliable and traceable
- Supports regulatory compliance and environmental reporting
- Drives professionalism and transparency across dismantling and sales operations
- Differentiates accredited recyclers in an increasingly competitive marketplace
The IRT webinar will unpack these themes with real-world examples of how accreditation is already reshaping markets worldwide.
Two global voices on standards, technology and market confidence
The session features two leaders who work at the sharp end of accreditation, digital transformation and circular economy strategy:
Kristi Werner – Chief Executive Officer, United Recyclers Group (URG)
As CEO of URG, Kristi Werner brings more than 18 years of experience in auto recycling, software and operations. From her early days in Pinnacle software training through to leading URG, she has helped recyclers use technology and data to modernise inventory management, improve efficiency and strengthen customer service.
In the webinar, Kristi will share URG’s journey and outline how technology-enabled accreditation and performance programmes can:
- Enhance operational discipline and consistency
- Support better data and reporting for partners and regulators
- Help recyclers demonstrate their value within global supply chains
Chris Daglis – Managing Director, Auto Partnered Solutions
With more than 30 years of experience across the global automotive sector, Chris Daglis has advised major insurers, platforms such as eBay, and international organisations on parts supply, recycling, and circular economy models. A long-standing advocate for professional standards, he has been directly involved in the design and roll-out of accreditation programmes for recyclers in multiple regions.
Chris will present case studies from around the world, showing how accreditation delivers both tangible benefits, compliance, efficiency, improved KPIs, and intangible gains such as stronger collaboration with insurers, better market perception and increased consumer trust.
A practical, international discussion – open to all
Hosted under the IRT banner, which brings together leading international automotive recycler associations and industry officials, this free webinar will be highly practical in focus. Attendees can expect:
- A clear overview of how accreditation frameworks are structured
- Insight into what insurers and repair networks are looking for
- Examples of how accredited recyclers are using their status to win business
- Discussion on how standards can support cross-border trade in reused parts
For readers of Auto Recycling World, this is a timely opportunity to hear how peers in other markets are using accreditation not just to “tick the box”, but to build a more transparent, data-driven and profitable reused parts ecosystem.
How to register
The IRT webinar “Accreditation in the Auto Recycling Sector: Building Trust in Reused Parts” takes place on Thursday 11 December 2025 at 12:00 GMT and is free to attend.
To secure your place, simply visit the Webinar section of the IRT website and complete the short registration form.
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