National Windscreens will open a new fitting and calibration centre in Leicester on 15th August, maintaining the impetus of the wider strategy to deliver on the increased demand for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) calibration from customers...
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World Youth Skills Day is a campaign to drive the message to give young people the skills to help bring prosperity to their lives, and the communities that they live in. The theme for this year focuses on the importance of providing proper training t...
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We are pleased to confirm the opening of our new site in Salisbury. The move to the larger space is part of a wider strategy that focuses on meeting the fast-growing demand for calibration of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) technology whils...
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In March this year, the British Standards Institution (BSI) issued updated regulations regarding the code of practice of automotive windscreen repair. As the fastest growing aftermarket glass repair replacement (AGRR) company in the UK, National Wind...
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#WorldEnvironmentDay2022, National Windscreens actively encourage awareness and action for the protection of the environment #OnlyOneEarth. Let's take care of it.’ As a business, National Windscreens and its members are committed to reducing it...
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Three board members of National Windscreens have been appointed to board roles within Cary Group, the global car care services provider. Mike Rotin becomes UK group managing director, Mark Payne is UK group operations director and Vicki Riddell is UK...
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Last week, National Windscreens opened its doors to celebrate the launch of the Slough supercentre. The centre is the first of its kind in the UK and is based on the strategy announced by National Windscreens to continue increasing focus on Advanced ...
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National Windscreens will celebrate the launch of its first super centre, based in Slough, which opened in April, with an official launch ceremony on May 18. It will be a chance for stakeholders including insurers, fleet companies and global supplier...
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National Windscreens is committed to maintaining an occupational safety and health culture in which the right to a safe and healthy working environment is respected at all levels. With our latest focus being on establishing a social dialogue to facil...
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A new online artificial intelligence system that provides an instant decision on whether a windscreen can be repaired, has been launched on the National Windscreens website. This innovation is a UK first for National Windscreens and is having a big i...
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National Windscreens has announced the impending launch of its first super centre, based in Slough. The centre, which will open in April, is specifically built with the future of driver safety in mind and showcases a series of new initiatives focusse...
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National Windscreens is delighted to support the activities of Autoraise, the vehicle repair industry’s charity. Autoraise is committed to reversing the skills shortage by presenting the vehicle ...
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It’s important to be alert on the roads all year round, but especially so in winter as hazardous driving conditions occur much more frequently. National Windscreens has some tips on how to stay safer at the wheel and ensure your vehicle is in t...
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Sustained growth and recent contract wins at National Windscreens means we have lots of brand-new job opportunities on offer across the business, giving you the chance to forge a career with one of the UK’s most respected automotive glazing org...
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National Windscreens has taken steps to further its environmental and sustainability objectives across all areas of the business, looking at every intricate detail to minimise carbon emissions. A broader focus on environmental, sustainability and ...
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National Windscreens held regional awards earlier this month to celebrate the efforts made by the team over the last year. Our first award was Most Articulate Team Member, and this was awarded to John Tyler. Following the new regulations surround...
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A new online system for reporting the exact glass damage on a vehicle has been launched by National Windscreens as part of a digital development program that is delivering an intuitive, world class customer experience. The new glass damage selecto...
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As technology in the automotive industry becomes more advanced, whether it’s electrification of powertrains, more advanced driver assistance features or total autonomous driving, we caught up with Rob Roberts, National Windscreens’ techni...
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National Windscreens head office in Tamworth is rolling out a hybrid working model for its employees, amid changing working patterns and employer attitudes to home-based working accelerated by the pandemic. Like many employers across the UK, the p...
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Our innovation team constantly monitors and evaluates all the latest technology coming out of the automotive industry, giving us advance warning of developments and plans for connected cars, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous ve...
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Mike Rotin, Regional Managing Director National Windscreens has appointed Mike Rotin as new regional managing director. Mike joins National Windscreens following the retirement of Phil Lomas and brings almost 30 years of experience in the automotive...
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Lifting equipment described as “game changing” by National Windscreens’ technical and training manager Sam Clements is now being rolled out across the company’s UK fitting centres. This national implementation follows an ex...
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National Windscreens continues to build its strategic stockholding capacity throughout the UK with a new 32,000ft2 facility near its Pinxton regional headquarters in Nottinghamshire. The new warehouse in Castlewood expands on the existing storage ...
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Elaine Duffy, UK Compliance Manager at National Windscreens National Windscreens has been awarded SafeContractor accreditation, proving the company’s credentials in compliance, health and safety and environmental management. Alcumus SafeContr...
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Clare Bestall, new Insurance Development Manager Clare Bestall has joined National Windscreens as insurance development manager, a new role that continues the growth of the insurance account management team at the UK’s largest independent auto...
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Our ADAS webinar yesterday is now available to stream on demand. Great insights from QBE, LV=, AXA and our own regional managing director, Mark Payne. You can view it here https://lnkd.in/dPiw92Z...
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Our ADAS webinar today, run in association with Insurance Post, gave a great insight into the challenges faced by insurers as this technology becomes more mainstream. Increasing parts costs and repair times; the future impact on premiums as claims de...
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A line of new Vauxhall Movanos at Peterborough National Windscreens is renewing and growing its fleet of vehicles for technicians and staff as part of a £10 million investment over four years. 158 new 2021 model year vans, mainly Ford Transit...
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National Windscreens has embarked on a training mission with professional coaching providers Exbow, to develop their talent and identify and prepare the future leaders of the company. Exbow, formed in 2019 by company directors and training session...
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National Windscreens’ employees can benefit from mental health first aid as part of a new initiative headed by Mollie Payne, health and safety administrator in Leicester (pictured). Attention has rightly been placed on mental health and empl...
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National Windscreens remains the right place for a long-term career, says regional managing director Mark Payne. Mark, now celebrating 33 years with National Windscreens, has risen through the ranks starting as a trainee windscreen fitter in 1988....
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Registration is now open to attend a free webinar co-hosted by National Windscreens on Thursday 27th May investigating the impact of advancing Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) technology on the motor insurance trade. ADAS have featured on...
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The National Day of Reflection on Tuesday 23rd March offers an opportunity for us all to get together to pause and reflect on how we have managed individually during the pandemic. At National Windscreens we will be supporting and encouraging all our ...
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National Windscreens has appointed Julian Marais as its new commercial pricing manager. Julian joined the company in January this year and brings a solid background in the development of pricing models and information management systems to Nationa...
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Insurance Post recently published our update on ADAS technology advances and the impact it is having. With the accelerating introduction of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems features, early understanding and reaction to the impact of this te...
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Increasing use of ADAS technology means there is a growing need to educate policyholders on the repair process. In association with National Windscreens, Insurance Post surveyed a range of private and commercial motor market specialists to find out...
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Development of our digital platform has continued to accelerate, delivering on our objective of providing a world class digital experience. Our overriding strategy is simple, allow our customers to choose the channel they prefer to contact us and we ...
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Nigel Paling, commercial and services director at National Windscreens (pictured), wrote for issue 45 of Modern Insurance Magazine, looking at how the digital customer journey has been improved over the period of the Covid-19 pandemic. The...
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Simon joined National Windscreens in September 2020. We asked Simon about what attracted him to the role and the main challenges facing the business. What attracted you to the job? It is a business I was already very familiar with. I knew it had ...
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Sam Clements, assistant manager of the technical and training department at National Windscreens, wrote for Issue 44 of Modern Insurance Magazine, looking at how the increasing complexities in ADAS calibration impacts policyholders. Sam Clements, As...
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With the COVID-19 pandemic accelerating the shift from offline to online transactions, the digital journey has an increasing impact on the overall customer experience, a growing trend in many sectors. It is certainly having a big impact in the automo...
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Rob Roberts undertaking ADAS calibration in workshop conditions Thatcham Research has released a set of new requirements for the safe repair of vehicles equipped with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). With 108 fitting and ADAS cali...
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Date: May 2020 Many people have been using their vehicles a lot less during lock down and some have stopped using them completely. This lack of use can lead to issues with the reliability of your vehicle unless you take steps to keep it in good co...
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Mark Payne, regional director and Jenny Shilvock, control centre manager, received some lovely gifts this morning from their contact centre team in Leicester. The team wanted to say a special thank you for taking such good care of them over the past ...
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Shout out to our technicians in Bangor for making sure the emergency services could continue operating for the benefit of us all! More essential work being carried out for key workers across the country. A huge thanks to our technicians at Traffor...
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Nigel Paling gives an insight into his first few weeks as commercial & service director I joined National Windscreens with a plan based on laying perfect foundations for getting to know the team, the requirements of customers and the intricaci...
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We are incredibly grateful to the NHS for their continued efforts during the current crisis. A special thanks to our technicians in Northampton for their work on this ambulance. The emergency services are continuing to operate to ensure we’r...
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National Windscreens, the UK’s largest independently owned automotive glass specialist, has appointed Nigel Paling as commercial and service director. In his new role based at National Windscreens UK headquarters in Tamworth, Nigel is charged ...
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Our technicians are still supporting essential services, as another week of lockdown continues. Thank you to our team in Bangor for their recent work on this police vehicle. Many key workers rely on their vehicles to enable them to operate. Thank ...
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COVID-19 is affecting everyone, everywhere, so it’s important that we do all we can to support each other. We’d like to say thanks to our team in Tamworth, for making sure DHL could continue connecting the world with its daily delivery se...
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Thanks to our technicians in Newcastle who made sure Argos could continue offering a speedy delivery service for online orders, whilst its standalone stores are currently closed. It’s vital that damaged emergency service vehicles are repaire...
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More essential work being carried out this week. Thank you to our team in Wales, who made sure farming could continue in Bangor. We’d like to shout out to our technicians in Dorchester, for making sure Mole Valley Farmers could continue oper...
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Our technicians continue to support key workers as we enter another week of lockdown. We’d like to say a special thanks to our team in Northampton for this recent fix. A huge thanks to our team in Romford who recently worked on this Metropol...
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Seamless UK service maintained 1st May 2020 We continue to provide a seamless service for windscreen replacement and ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) camera calibration throughout the UK, for keyworkers and essential vehicles. We are im...
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Our team in Scotland are continually working hard to ensure all key workers are kept safe on the road. Thank you to our technicians in Glasgow for their recent work for the police. It’s absolutely vital that ambulances are always roadwor...
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As lock down continues, so do our emergency services. Thanks to our technicians in Salisbury, for making sure this police vehicle was safe to operate. We are incredibly grateful to the NHS for their continued efforts during the current crisis. A s...
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We are honored to be supporting our NHS heroes during the current crisis. Thank you to our technicians in Croydon, who ensured this ambulance could continue attending to emergencies! The emergency services are continually making sure we’re a...
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Royal Mail’s objective is to safely keep the UK connected throughout COVID-19. Thanks to our technicians in Edinburgh for ensuring drivers can keep to their promise! The emergency services are continuing to operate to ensure we’re all ...
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We’d like to shout out to our team in Stafford, who recently worked on this fuel supply tank! They’re continuously working hard on essential services' vehicles, so that there are minimal disruptions to their operation during the coronavir...
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The emergency services are doing a brilliant job during the current pandemic. Thank you to our team in Doncaster for making sure the police had roadworthy vehicles. Thank you to our technicians in Bangor, who made sure RAC could still serve cus...
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COVID-19 is affecting everyone, everywhere – so it is more important than ever that we do all we can to support each other. Our technicians are doing an incredible job at making sure NHS vehicles are fixed with minimal disruptions. Thank you to...
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Durham County Council is doing an incredible job at prioritising essential services during this time. Thank you to our technicians in Newcastle for their recent fix on this utilities vehicle. Shout out to our technicians in Bangor for making sure ...
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British Gas is giving its all to help its most vulnerable customers during the current crisis. A special thanks to our technicians in Croydon, who made sure engineers could continue responding to emergencies. Shout out to our technicians in Barnst...
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The NHS is doing a tremendous job during the current crisis & we couldn’t be more grateful. Thank you to our technicians over on the Isle of Wight for ensuring this ambulance was roadworthy, so it could safely get to those in need. The w...
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Our Newcastle fitting centre manager, Dave Pringle and his team of 3 technicians are keeping key workers in the north east of England moving. Thank you for your hard work and dedication, we are so fortunate to have such an incredible team. Also, a sp...
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We are extremely grateful to all our NHS staff who are going above and beyond in this battle against Coronavirus. Our technicians in Elgin have been working to ensure they’re kept on the road during this difficult time & we couldn’t b...
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Shout out to our technicians in Doncaster for their recent work on this essential Tyco Fire Protection vehicle – we are so grateful for your on-going support! Every day our technicians are working hard to ensure key workers can continue to w...
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Ocado is taking extra measures to ensure a safe delivery service throughout England and Wales during this crisis. Thank you to our technicians in Romford for making sure this vehicle could still deliver to those in need. Our UK-wide network is doi...
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ADAS camera calibration available throughout UK 9th April 2020 National Windscreens is providing ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) camera calibration and windscreen replacement services throughout the UK, to identified key workers and those...
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Sparks is one of the UK’s leading providers of transport haulage solutions. Thank you to our technicians in the Southwest for making sure it could keep its promise of delivering 24 hours a day, 7 days a week! Once again, we’re extremel...
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A huge thank you to our technicians in Scotland for making sure the Scottish Ambulance Service could continue taking care to patients in need during the coronavirus outbreak. We’re proud of our technicians in Trafford Park for making sure Un...
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A huge thank you to our technicians in Romford for making sure Tesco could continue with its daily delivery service! Ensuring delivery drivers can get essential items to those in need is a priority during this crisis. It’s vital that the eme...
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The NHS is doing a tremendous job during the current crisis & we couldn’t be more grateful. Thank you to our technicians in Plymouth for ensuring this ambulance was roadworthy, so it could safely get to those in need. A special thank you...
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Motor Insurance World is hosting a free virtual event to connect the motor industry & discuss current issues, whilst the ongoing COVID-19 crisis continues. OverviewTitle: How does the motor insurance industry react to the Coronavrus outbreak?Dat...
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Lots of key workers in critical jobs rely on their cars to travel to work. Shout out to our technicians in Trafford Park for making sure the RAC could still operate for those in need! Our employees across the country are working hard every day to ...
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We have our part to play and need to ensure that these vital services are kept on the road for the benefit of everyone. Thank you to our technicians in Sheffield for the recent work carried out on this police vehicle. Supporting our key workers du...
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We are honoured to be supporting key workers throughout the UK, ensuring their vehicles are kept roadworthy during this difficult time. Thank you to our technicians in Scotland, for making sure the Scottish Fire and Rescue service could continue with...
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This NHS health worker found a great way to provide us with the keys to their vehicle whilst maintaining social distancing and showing very kind appreciation for the work undertaken by our technicians in Plymouth. Thank you for your kindness and thou...
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Click below to see the list of business categories and occupation types to which we are currently providing our services. At this time we are only able to undertake glass replacement services if you work in one of these categories. National Windscre...
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26th March 2020 Following the government statement on stricter lockdown measures, we have been working hard to clarify the level of service we need to provide in order to support keyworkers and essential industries, whilst keeping the safety of our ...
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24th March 2020 In line with Government guidance, National Windscreens will continue to operate from all of its 108 locations until further notice, delivering on its obligations as a key supplier to the transport industry. The Government has publis...
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The global coronavirus outbreak is slowing global commerce and we are continually assessing the full business impact to National Windscreens and its customers. We continue to monitor the situation and are taking appropriate steps to safeguard our emp...
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National Windscreens is actively and continuously monitoring the Covid-19 Coronavirus outbreak, and we maintain policies in line with the recommendations of Public Health England and WHO (World Health Organisation). The safety of our colleagues, cus...
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According to bodyshop magazine, the supply chain for the collision repair sector is deeply and intricately connected. Parts, equipment, coatings and other consumables often cross multiple borders before they are delivered to workshops that ...
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National Windscreens has opened a regional distribution centre in Scotland, responding to continued significant growth and demand for an increasing number of windscreen variations. The new unit became operational last month and is located next door t...
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National Windscreens urges customers to be vigilant on the roads all year round, but has some extra tips on how to stay safe during the winter months. Ensuring your car is in top condition and making sure you know exactly how to drive in differing co...
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National Windscreens has renewed its partnership with Industry Insights for a further two years and is now a Full Partner of the Connected Solutions end-to-end supply chain proposition. This news comes hot off the heels of a record-b...
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National Windscreens has been spreading Christmas cheer to those less fortunate this season. Its offices throughout the UK have been collecting food items and toys to donate to local and national charities. The regional office and contact centre in ...
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National Windscreens hosted a fundraising day last month, in aid of Children in Need. The contact centre in Tamworth ran a fancy dress games day, where the team paid to dress up or down and took part in a duck race, raffle and quiz, all designed to r...
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National Windscreens has raised over £1,200 for Macmillan Cancer Support by taking part in the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning, which took place on 27th September 2019. The running total for the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning 2019 s...
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National Windscreens is proud to be supporting the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) Accident Repair Sector Advisory Group. Established last month to tackle the issues with the accident repair sector, the group’s initial key objective is to...
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National Windscreens was recently awarded 4 stars in the Eco Stars Scheme in recognition of its commitment to making valuable contributions to sustainability. ECO Stars encourages companies to run fleets in the most efficient and green way. The sche...
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National Windscreens has raised £2,000 for Great Western Air Ambulance Charity (GWAAC). The contact centre team in Bristol has been running numerous fundraising events and activities for the past 18 months and recently handed over the cheque to...
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‘James the Bus’, which fell victim to vandalism during the winter months, is back up and running as a safe haven for homeless people, thanks to the generosity of National Windscreens. The bus is owned by The Danny Gallivan Trust and has b...
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National Windscreens continues to expand its ‘innovating together’ programme with a technical update event at Lincoln College, focusing on the evolution of autonomous vehicles. The event was run by the college’s Automotive Engineeri...
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National Windscreens is delighted to announce continued expansion of its national network with the opening of two new purpose-designed workshops in Sheffield and Chelmsford. This expansion forms part of an ongoing UK-wide investment to meet the huge ...
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National Windscreens has expanded its training school network yet again, with the opening of a new training centre in Peterborough. This forms part of a major ongoing investment to ensure motorists are receiving the best possible service by technicia...
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National Windscreens was recently awarded the contract for windscreen repair, replacement and ADAS calibration on the 5,000-vehicle fleet run by global premium ground transportation business, Addison Lee Group. Addison Lee Group offer premium travel...
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Alistair Carlton, technical manager at National Windscreens, is a member of the Thatcham steering group developing the ADAS code of practice and he welcomes the recently announced Thatcham initiative to bring more clarity to ADAS repair and replaceme...
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National Windscreens has announced an ‘innovating together’ programme that will provide insurers and fleets with the insight they need to react effectively to fast-changing vehicle technology. The latest part of this initiative saw a Nati...
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National Windscreens is heading to BIBA 2019 this week for the fifth year in a row, to showcase its dedicated broker programme and industry leading Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) calibration service. On May 15th and 16th 2019, Manchester w...
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National Windscreens is heading to the Commercial Vehicle Show at Birmingham’s NEC this week. The show will be used to showcase the company’s world-leading Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) camera calibration programme, which form...
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Motor insurers operate in an immensely competitive market and while advancing vehicle technology is reducing accident frequency, it is increasing costs for vehicle damage claims. A recent report by Insurance POST looks at what the sector can do ...
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With ADAS continually on the rise, insurers need to better understand these technologies, including their impact on safety and claims, to derive the greatest benefits from them.National Windscreens managing director, Jan Teo, recently worked with Ins...
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National Windscreens recently reported that it has invested more than £3 million in equipment and training in ADAS calibration at its 108 purpose designed buildings. Every National Windscreens location provides a one-stop replacement and cali...
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National Windscreens has been shortlisted for Best Customer Service Product in this year's Customer Service Excellence Awards. The award category was open to any company that highlights a product that emphasizes customer care and improves systems pr...
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National Windscreens 800 mobile fitting technicians are used to working in a range of environments, dealing with all sorts of customers, but it’s not everyday they are asked to deliver a spontaneous tutorial to a whole class of automotive stude...
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National Windscreens recently reported that it has invested more than £3 million in equipment and training in ADAS calibration at its 108 purpose designed buildings, ensuring just one visit for windscreen replacement and calibration.By 2020, it...
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National Windscreens has expanded its network of 108 fitting and calibration centres, with the opening of a purpose-designed facility in Kilmarnock, Scotland. The new fitting and calibration centre will provide the facility to undertake windscre...
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Ongoing training and accreditations are imperative when it comes to ensuring National Windscreens is at the leading edge in windscreen replacement and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) calibration. Having already invested more than £...
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With temperatures set to plummet this week, National Windscreens is urging customers to be extra vigilant when driving. Freezing conditions often damage roads, creating potholes and loose stones, leading to windscreen chips. National Windscreens warn...
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Selsia and National Windscreens have come together to provide a glass repair, replacement and ADAS calibration service for Selsia’s growing list of fleet clients throughout the UK. With more vehicles being fitted with ADAS, where windscreen-mo...
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A national firm has given its backing to Nova United Junior Football Club by kitting them out in new match day and training kits. National Windscreens on Halesfield has sponsored the Nova United Under 11 team based in Newport as they celebrate movi...
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In association with Insurance POST. With positive claims experience being one of the most important aspects of policyholder retention, the impact of the supplier on their journey will come under increased scrutiny. And motor claims is no dif...
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National Windscreens 800 mobile fitting technicians are used to dealing with many of the rarer and specialised cars on UK roads when it comes to glass fitting, but it’s not every day they are asked to fit a new windscreen on a shed. This was...
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This week, the nation will pay its respect in various ways as we approach the 100th anniversary of the end of WW1. National Windscreens recently supported Armistice Day by providing its services to the nationwide campaign, Poppy of Honour, by fitt...
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After 8 years with National Windscreens, Pete Marsden is to retire from his position as managing director at the end of November 2018. Pete joined the company in 2010. During his tenure, he played a critical role in helping the firm adapt to sig...
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When a windscreen was damaged on a Hampshire farmer’s potato harvester, a fast response was required to ensure there were no delays in picking this time-sensitive crop. As a customer of National Windscreens, the farmer was able to call on the ...
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Automotive Glass Europe®, the European network of automotive glass replacement and repair companies, has announced a seamless service across 20 European countries for recalibration of windscreen-mounted cameras used in Advanced Driver Assistance ...
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By Pete Marsden, managing director at National Windscreens Vehicle complexity is developing at an accelerating rate and this means that, in many situations, established supply relationships are simply not adequate for the current needs of motorists ...
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As one of the UK’s largest commercial vehicle exhibitions, the CV Show (30 April – 2 May 2019) is a confirmed destination for National Windscreens. This year’s event attracted over 450 exhibitors and more than 20,000 visitors, many...
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Michael Sullivan (right), A* Technician at National Windscreens Hoddesdon Michael has worked at National Windscreens since 2010. Based at Hoddesdon, he had previously been a delivery driver for a major supermarket chain. How long have you worked f...
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A new fitting and calibration centre is to be opened by National Windscreens in York as part of the continued investment into its UK national network. The new bespoke centre has been fitted out with the latest windscreen repair, fitting and Advanced...
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A £1 million regional distribution centre has been opened by National Windscreens in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, following continued significant growth and increasing numbers of windscreen variations. The 43,000 sq ft bespoke facility will s...
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With millions of trips on UK roads and motorways expected over the coming weeks as part of the great summer getaway, there are many hazards to prepare for to prevent the journey turning into a nightmare. The recent hot weather has already seen many ...
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National Windscreens has won a contract from the Ministry of Defence to be sole supplier for windscreen repair, replacement and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) calibration requirements on all British Army “green” vehicles throug...
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Fix Auto UK has forged a new partnership with National Windscreens to provide its repairers with instant access to the latest ADAS calibration systems. Complementing significant investments in ADAS calibration technology already made by Fix Auto fra...
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Kevin Wagg, compliance manager at National Windscreens National Windscreens has been awarded ISO 9001:2015, the international quality management system standard, upgrading to this latest standard from the ISO 9001: 2008 award it has held for many y...
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UK motorists face stricter standards when taking their vehicle for an MOT following a review of the testing procedures by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA). National Windscreens has reminded motorists that while the newly introduced reg...
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Simon Barron (right) presenting winner Alistair MacDonald with his track day prize A visit to the National Windscreens stand at the Commercial Vehicle Show has helped one delegate win an exciting track day at Silverstone. Alistair MacDonald, who w...
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National Windscreens has been appointed by Royal Mail as sole supplier for its windscreen repair, replacement and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) calibration requirements. As the universal service provider, delivering to around 30 million ...
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See National Windscreens on Stand F36 at BIBA 2018 National Windscreens offers a dedicated service for insurance brokers, designed to make claims handling fast and cost effective. The UK’s largest independently owned windscreen repair and r...
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Operators are being invited to the National Windscreens stand at the Commercial Vehicle Show 2018, running from 24th to 26th April, to discuss the increasing use of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). A team from National Windscreens will be ...
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An innovative idea by staff at National Windscreens is helping to get coaches and buses back on the road more quickly when glazing repair or replacement work is carried out – greatly reducing costly downtime. An inflatable “coach cover&r...
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Days Rental, the UK car and van hire specialist, has appointed National Windscreens as sole supplier for its windscreen repair, replacement and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) calibration requirements. The two-year contract will see Nation...
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A customer centric focus is the key to the continued growth of National Windscreens as a leader in the UK automotive glass repair and replacement sector. That is according to Lisa Pugh, business development director (insurance), who has this month be...
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National Windscreens has taken a leading role in a new European wide initiative to create ever higher standards for calibration of windscreen-mounted cameras used in ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems). Martyn Bennett, regional sales and mar...
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Insurance Post, working in conjunction with National Windscreens, has completed a major research project on Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), covering the impact and likely ramifications of this developing technology for the insurance sector...
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An update from Alistair Carlton, technical manager at National Windscreens Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) are being installed in new vehicles at an ever-increasing pace and they are not ‘fit and forget’ technology. There is an...
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Adverse weather conditions are causing difficulties for your drivers and our technicians in many areas of the country today. Further heavy snowfalls are expected overnight on Wednesday and Thursday and possibly into the weekend which are likely to co...
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National Windscreens has unveiled a new fitting and calibration centre in Northampton as part of its ongoing investment into its national network. The new centre on the Brackmills Industrial Estate has been fitted out with the latest windscreen re...
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Excellent service and professional handling. Staff friendly, courteous and explained the process in a clear manner. ...
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The impact of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) on the light commercial vehicle sector and the need for essential maintenance of this technology will be highlighted by National Windscreens at the Commercial Vehicle Show 2018 at the NEC, Birmi...
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I've never had to use a windscreen service before and was unsure on the process but I found the customer service agent and the technician that came to my home were very professional and courteous and made the whole experience less daunting... Fingers...
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My technician was very friendly, and did a really nice job replacing the windscreen on my classic car. After getting in touch with my insurance company to sort out the replacement of my windscreen, your company got in touch with me to arrange an appo...
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National Windscreens is pleased to announce its partnership with Insurance Hound, one of the world’s leading resources for briefings and white papers for insurance professionals. The UK’s largest windscreen fitting centre and Advanced ...
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Very easy and simple booking method and technician was polite and approachable and very skilled at his job could not belive how easy and fast he made it all look very impressed....
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A white paper on the growth of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) in vehicles and the importance of accurate calibration is proving to be essential reading for fleet managers and decision-makers within the fleet sector. The white paper &ldquo...
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Your call centre staff and technician were polite and extremely helpful. The technician was very professional and did the job well....
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Everyone I spoke to at the branch was helpful, friendly, knowledgeable and professional. I was given clear indications of what work would be done, how much it would cost and how long it would take. A very smooth, pleasant experience all round...
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National Windscreens continues to strengthen its industry leading staff training and development programme with the appointment of Colin McIntosh as training and compliance manager in Scotland. Colin joins the company as it continues its growth as...
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The technicians were great and extremely helpful. They went out of their way to provide a great service fitting their visits into my schedule. They did a great job and kept me informed all the way through. I would not hesitate to use National W...
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Everything was arranged with ease. Technician arrived on time and contacted me previously to keep me updated. Very friendly and professional. ...
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Great customer service and willing to go the extra mile to help. Offered transport to anywhere local if needed couldn’t recommend them more. All very polite and also very helpful in every way possible....
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National Windscreens technicians in 280-mile call to replace coach windscreen While most of the UK was struggling to get to work during the recent adverse weather, two technicians from National Windscreens embarked on a 280-mile trip to Disn...
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My phone call was returned very quickly and the repair was arranged the next day! The technician was very friendly and polite & did a fantastic job, wasn't there very long, but made sure I was pleased with the job, cleaned my windscreen & his...
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Over 11.5million journeys are expected on UK roads this festive period Christmas and New Year is one of the busiest times on UK roads, with more than 11.5 million car journeys expected to be made throughout the festive week, culminating in nearly 2 ...
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Superb service - the windscreen was replaced within 2 hours of my initial call. Excellent job and I'm very happy indeed. Thank you!...
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National Windscreens has announced the appointment of Tina Patel as General Counsel, joining the company from a senior legal counsel role at Barclays dealing with operational, technology and commercial contracts which included contracts for global su...
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The service provided was first class. Your technicians work was professional, clean and he was extremely courteous and a great ambassador for your company. Thank you....
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This third presentation in our series of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) videos explains what you should expect from someone who is undertaking calibration on your vehicle. Previous videos in this series were ‘What is ADAS?’ and...
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The second in our series of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) videos presents the importance of calibrating the windscreen-mounted cameras used by ADAS. The previous video in the series explained the role of ADAS in a vehicle: ‘What is ...
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I asked for a morning appointment and your technician was there at 9 a.m. on the site. He was competent, quick, knowledgeable and cheerful, and happy to answer all our questions in a well-informed and helpful manner. He is a real credit to the compan...
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Welcome to the first in a series of information videos produced by National Windscreens to help improve awareness and understanding of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). This video explains the basics of what ADAS are and why calibration is v...
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"I feel an excellent and speedy service was delivered by both call centre and technician. Extra points for the level of workmanship."...
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As primary supplier to over 30 car fleets in the FN50, National Windscreens has made ADAS education for fleet managers a top priority for the past two years. The latest highlight in this educational campaign is the imminent publication of a ‘Fl...
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"Because the process from start to finish was excellent and I would recommend all my friends to use this service if they needed a replacement windscreen."...
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"Very friendly and polite man, very happy with the finish also clean &tidy when he left a big thumbs up from us. Thank you."...
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With adverse weather and longer nights, driving in winter can be especially hazardous. National Windscreens is advising drivers on how to keep their windscreens in top condition. The combination of cold driving conditions and warm heaters creates st...
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"The guy texted me first thing in the morning to confirm his ETA and he arrived within that time. He was very friendly and very curteous. He did a great job and I'm very pleased with the service"...
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"Everyone I dealt with was so supportive and helpful. The technicians who came to fix the window were just brilliant and did an amazing job. Couldn't fault the service!"...
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As part of a major ongoing investment to further improve service capability, National Windscreens has opened a new fitting and calibration centre in Watford. This new centre is one of the company's UK-wide network of 108 fitting and calibration cent...
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"Excellent service. Very quick and efficient. Friendly staff. Would use them again and have recommended them to family and friends."...
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"Excellent service, really professional. Guys were courteous, did the job in no time. Rang in advance to let us know they were coming. Have used you before as I know you have a justified reputation for doing a good job. Many thanks."...
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National Windscreens continues to grow its market-leading fitting and calibration service with two new appointments within the company’s latest Vocational Qualification Centre. Paul Henshaw, regional quality safety and training manager, has at...
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"Highly impressed with service from National Windscreens. They went the extra mile and rang back with a cancellation the following morning as I was due to take the car on holiday. Technicians were polite and efficient as was call centre. My insu...
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National Windscreens has handed over a cheque for £1,767 to the charity Epilepsy Scotland – half of the proceeds raised by five staff members who successfully completed the Pedal for Scotland cycle ride. Three of the National Windscreens...
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"The young man who repaired our windscreen was an amazing ambassador for your company. We were greeted by a very friendly, polite young man who explained the full procedure for the repair."...
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National Windscreens is leading the way in providing education on advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and how the aftermarket needs to react to these technologies. Here are some answers to the most common questions we have received about ADAS ...
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"Windscreeen had to be replaced urgently for MOT. All it took was one phone call and the rest was taken care of, even to the point that the technician carried out the work on site where our vehicle was in for the MOT."...
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National Windscreens continues to expand the scope of its Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) technology development and education programme by joining forces with two of the automotive sector’s most influential bodies. The UK’s la...
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"The technician had a lovely manner and my windscreen repair happened in less than 24 hours I am amazed by the excellent customer service from start to finish! A shame not more companies operated like yours. The world would be a much happier brighter...
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Five National Windscreens staff members have raised more than £3,500 for two charities by taking part in the annual Pedal for Scotland event. The funds from the 45-mile Glasgow to Edinburgh cycle ride completed by Andy Rae, Bruce Robertson, St...
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"I found all the people I dealt with to be very professional, courteous and knowledgeable. All agreed timescales were adhered to and the work was carried out to a high standard."...
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By 2020, 40% of all vehicles on UK roads will feature at least two Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), many of which rely on an accurately calibrated windscreen-mounted camera in order to function effectively. Production of a series o...
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"Very quick response from technician following initial call. Arrived within hours to clean and prepare as screen wasn't in stock. Call received the following morning saying that screen had been obtained which was fitted the following morning. Exempla...
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"The technician recommended `housing` the damaged car at the centre, whilst the windscreen was ordered as it might have taken a while to source. The following morning at 8.30 he contacted me to say it was completed, he had come in early, seen t...
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National Windscreens is pleased to announce that it has retained preferred supplier status with ARI Fleet UK, part of the world’s largest privately held family-owned fleet management company. ARI Fleet UK has renewed its contract for a furth...
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"Both the Contact Centre and the technician were extremely helpful, friendly and professional. One of the best examples of Customer Service I`ve had for a long time."...
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Five National Windscreens staff members are taking part in the annual Pedal for Scotland cycle ride to raise money for charities supporting two of their colleagues. Andy Rae, director of operations for Scotland, will be joined by four National Win...
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"The guy that contacted me first from the helpline was extremly polite and helpful, the actual guy who fitted my window arrived when he said he was going to be here and was very friendly, polite and did a quick and professional job."...
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Most motorists believe winter is a time when they need to take extra care on the roads due to adverse weather conditions – but National Windscreens is warning that the summer also creates a series of hazards that motorists need to plan for. ...
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"Being 300 miles from home when my screen broke, I was stuck outside my comfort zone but your telephone staff and the engineer took it all in their stride, found my location, were on time, cheerful and fast. Even the payment method was quick and simp...
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"The technician was very helpful and very polite. He delivered a first rate service and was done quickly and efficiently. After service like this i would recommend this company to anyone who asks." ...
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"Offered early appointment and met estimated time for job. All staff were polite and courteous. Vehicle was returned in excellent condition. No hesitation in recommending service to others."...
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"The young lady was very friendly and polite. She carried out the repairs in a very professional way. Certainly knew her job 10 out of 10 all round." ...
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A new National Windscreens fitting and calibration centre has opened its doors in Bangor as the UK’s largest independently owned windscreen repair and replacement company continues expansion of its business in North Wales. Bangor is part of ...
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"The technicians did a great job fitting my new windscreen even though the weather was bad. Great lads." ...
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A new balance bike track for pre-school children has now been opened in Telford thanks to funding from official club sponsor National Windscreens. The new “National Windscreens Balance Bike Track” – aimed at children on balance b...
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"The technician was excellent a credit to your organisation. He was polite and professional."...
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With 40% of vehicles predicted to have advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) fitted as standard in just three years, National Windscreens continues its campaign to raise awareness of the impact this will have on fleet operators, insurers and mo...
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National Windscreens has taken part in a roundtable event with Insurance Post which explored liability around ADAS and the costs for insurers, repairers, and motorists in ensuring that this technology remains safe. The discussion found that ...
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"I was very happy with the service, the repairman was quick and explained everything to me as to what was going to happen."...
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National Windscreens continues to take a leading role in raising awareness among both the fleet and insurance sectors about advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and their impact on costs, safety and the aftermarket. Pete Marsden, managing dir...
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"Technician was polite, explained what he was doing and got on with the job. When leaving he advised when to drive and when to clean."...
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National Windscreens, the UK’s largest independently-owned windscreen repair and replacement specialist, is celebrating phenomenal growth of more than 400% and is now creating even more jobs throughout the UK to support its future growth plan...
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As the latest published report from the Asphalt Industry Alliance (AIA) highlights that within the next five years one in six of the UK’s roads need repair or may even face closure, National Windscreens is looking to help raise awareness of t...
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"The whole experience was completely professional from start to finish. The result speaks for itself. Staff were very polite and the fitter did a superb job without any fuss or dramas."...
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National Windscreens are delighted to have agreed a deal to continue their sponsorship of League Two club Chesterfield FC. The UK’s largest independently owned windscreen repair and replacement company will be sponsoring the Vice Presidents ...
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"Excellent service from start to finish. The young man who replaced my windscreen was polite, punctual and left my car cleaner than it was before he started! Very pleased with the service." ...
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"The technician went out of his way to help. My windscreen had been damaged by someone who then assaulted me, so I was feeling very vulnerable and he was very kind and understanding." ...
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With speakers including Olympic gold medallist Dame Jessica Ennis-Hill and former Prime Minister David Cameron as well as insurance professionals attending from Europe, China, South Africa and the USA, BIBA 2017 was certainly the place for National...
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"They were perfect in all aspects of the work and handling of the task that I required. Could not fault the workmanship or handling."...
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"Great, fast and efficient service. Technician had great customer service skills and gave advice and guidance should anything else happen. Felt reassured that I was using a good company."...
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National Windscreens is delighted that the company’s Bristol-based operations manager Alan Mealing has already raised £1,350 for charity after successfully completing this year’s Virgin Money London Marathon. This was only the se...
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"Everything was friendly, fast and trouble free, people were kind and polite. the job was carried out professionally and with a sense of enjoyment and pride. Basically everything was perfect!...
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"You were very helpful and friendly and did a first class service for me. I would recommend you to anyone who needs a window replacement without hesitation. Thank you very much guys." ...
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"I have been in retail sales all my working life and customer care was always my top priority so it is a great pleasure when I am on the receiving end of someone else`s priority."...
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"Extremely friendly technician. Explained everything he was going to do and completed in a good timescale. Would use you again in a heartbeat." ...
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National Windscreens is delighted to be sponsoring the Saloon Car Championship based at the Castle Combe circuit for the 2017 season. The UK’s largest independently owned windscreen repair and replacement company first became associated with t...
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"The guy that came to fit the glass at my property was truly outstanding. He was polite , professional and very friendly. He is a genuine credit to the company." ...
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National Windscreens, together with their marketing agency Pepperneck, are delighted to have been named as finalists in the Insurance Marketing and PR Awards 2017. The campaign to raise awareness of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) calibr...
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"Very happy with the service, made it very easy for me by fitting the windscreen at my workplace! Fantastic!"...
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National Windscreens is heading to the Commercial Vehicle Show at Birmingham’s NEC next week for the third consecutive year. The show will be used to showcase the company’s world-leading ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) camera ...
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"The job was handled efficiently and courteously and the technician was a pleasant individual who did a first class job."...
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"The work was carried out with minimal fuss in the time allotted. A weekend slot was made available which assisted me greatly. The vehicle was returned to me in a tidy state and I was very impressed."...
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National Windscreens, the UK’s largest independently owned windscreen repair and replacement specialist, will be showcasing the world leading ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) calibration service which forms parts of its dedicated pac...
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"Couldn't fault the whole process. I rang up around 1pm and my windscreen was repaired before 5pm the same day!"...
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"Came to work which was appreciated. No complaints. Call centre even helped me with the right windscreen as I didn`t have a clue - after sending them a picture they knew which one to order. Thanks."...
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"I was very impressed with the service provided, the guys did an excellent job. I would recommend to everyone without hesitation. Thanks for the excellent service and high standard of workmanship."...
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"I requested a stone chip repair and that`s what I got, no pressure or suggestion that I needed a replacement screen. Refreshingly honest."...
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National Windscreens technicians have become the first in the country to achieve recognised Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) qualifications from awarding organisation, GQA Qualifications. ADAS offer the biggest change and challenge to the a...
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"Your technician was an absolute gem of a gentleman. Fully explained what he had done and was extremely polite. An asset to the company."...
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MS Amlin, the specialist global insurer, has extended its four-year contract with National Windscreens in support of its wide range of motor insurance policies for businesses and fleet operators across the UK. Matthew Wilson, Claims Manager of Motor...
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"Once again the service that we received was outstanding, ranging from the initial telephone booking to the engineer visit. Would highly recommend."...
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National Windscreens is delighted to announce that a new flagship fitting and calibration centre has just been opened in Romford, Essex. The fact this branch is located just two miles away from the M25, the busiest motorway in Europe, means it is soo...
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"Punctuality, efficiency and professionalism are what makes a good company great. National Windscreens ticked each of these boxes. I was more than pleased with their service. Thank You."...
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"I do not see how the service could have been improved. I was very impressed with the speed and efficiency with which the windscreen was repaired. Thank you."...
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"Technician was really professional in all aspects of my repair to windscreen. A very good user experience from your company. This is the first time in 40 years of driving that I have ever needed this."...
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"I received excellant customer service. I have a classic car and the technicians in Bath were very knowledeable and indeed careful. It was not an easy job, They were very professional and pleasant."...
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"I was pleased with every element of the service. The technician was polite and professional. The repair was to a good standard and carried out quickly." ...
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National Windscreens, the UK’s largest independently owned windscreen repair, replacement and calibration specialist, has strengthened its board of directors with the appointment of John Smallman (pictured). John has more than 27 years’ ...
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"The response overall was simply outstanding. Sunday morning and the door window of our 2003 Clio was smashed but National Windscreens had it sorted by about 2.30pm. Exceptional!"...
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Lisa Pugh (pictured) has been appointed director of insurance business development at automotive glazing and calibration specialist National Windscreens. Lisa, who has been working at National Windscreens since 2013 developing business in the insura...
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"Everyone I dealt with was very professional. The technician couldn't find me as it was my first day at work and no-one knew where to locate me but he persevered. He went above and beyond. Thank you."...
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National Windscreens has signed a further three-year sole supplier contract with Hoyer Petrolog UK, one of the UK’s leading suppliers of transport and logistics to the petroleum industry. The UK’s largest independently owned windscreen r...
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"Excellent service throughout, was very impressed and it was just a refreshing change to deal with a company who clearly pride themselves on good customer service. 10/10 overall!" ...
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Staff at National Windscreens have shown the true spirit of Christmas this year – by raising money for charity instead of sending each other Christmas cards. Natalie Howitt and Nathan Adam led the fund-raising effort by donning fancy dress and...
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"The call handler was wonderful and informative. Very reassuring! The technician and repair centre were wonderful. I have referred my friends to use the service and recommend it to everyone! Thank you!"...
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National Windscreens is delighted to announce the appointment of Alistair Carlton (pictured) as technical manager in a move that will further strengthen the company’s proactive role in meeting the needs of new technologies. With more than 23 y...
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"Great service. I was so stressed out but your company took it all in hand. Everything got sorted out for me at my home. What a great service - I will never use anyone else." ...
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Following an in-depth research project in conjunction with National Windscreens, Post magazine hosted a webinar that dissected some of the results/insights and put ADAS technologies under the spotlight. Chaired by Jonathan Swift, director of content...
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"Excellent service from start to finish. Starting with first phone call to arrange replacement windscreen to completion of the job by very helpful technician. One very satisfied customer. Thank you."...
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Over recent months vehicle manufacturers have been introducing Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) at an increasing pace. Over 10% of vehicles are already fitted with ADAS systems and this is set to grow to 40% of all vehicles on UK roads ...
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"The technician was extremely civilised and helpful, and an excellent advertisement for your service, especially as he had come with a whole new windscreen and then said he could repair the old one."...
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National Windscreens is delighted to announce it will be using BETASEAL™ 1580 glass bonding adhesive from Dow Automotive Systems at all of its 108 ADAS centres – ensuring motorists can drive away after only 30 minutes with both their wind...
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"It was a real pleasure to meet a professional fitter that treated my vehicle with total respect, did a fantastic job and was highly respectful." ...
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National Windscreens, the UK’s largest independently owned windscreen repair and replacement specialist, has further strengthened its service for fleet operators with the appointment of an additional business development manager, James Cook. W...
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"A prompt and professional service. Friendly technician who took care and even vacuumed out the back of the car. I would choose you every time!"...
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There continues to be much speculation about the shape of vehicle automation and its impact on the UK motor insurance market. Following an in-depth research project in conjunction with National Windscreens, Insurance Post is hosting a webinar that p...
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"First Class Service from start to finish. The lady in the office when I initially made the call was very helpful and informative. The technician was a very polite and helpful guy. Thank you."...
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National Windscreens is delighted to announce that a new flagship fitting and calibration centre has been opened in Birmingham. This forms part of a major UK-wide investment programme designed to meet the massive growth in demand for camera calibra...
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"I was very satisfied with the service provided, from the initial call to your call centre right through to the windscreen technician who replaced my windscreen."...
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National Windscreens has worked with Thatcham Research on developing an ADAS Code of Practice. Issued in July 2016, this determines the calibration process, specifies the advice to be given to customers (pre- and post-windscreen replacement) and r...
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"Fitted at the depot as required camera recalibration, very friendly and helpful staff, very pleased with the work."...
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National Windscreens is delighted to have further strengthened its partnerships with many of the UK’s leading insurers at Insurance Post Claims Club Summit last week. The event, held at the Crystal, London, brought together many key decision...
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"I own a classic Porsche 911 and I am always concerned when anybody goes near it. I had every confidence with the fitter and the screen fit was perfect. Well Done National Windscreens."...
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National Windscreens are now working in partnership with Incisive Media, publisher of Insurance Hound and Insurance Post amongst others, to help lead the UK aftermarket, including insurers, in responding effectively to the issues created by new Adv...
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"If all firms and businesses were as helpful and efficient as yours, the Great could be put back in Britain. Absolutely 100% in all fields of the business. Thank you."...
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Pete Marsden, Managing Director, of National Windscreens, talks about the hot topic of calibration and the difference it means for everyone working in the auto glazing industry: “I am often asked what is the biggest change facing the ind...
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"Fantastic "can do" response to my need to replace glass so close to setting off on holiday. The technicians who attended were great ambassadors for National Windscreens. Highly recommend."...
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National Windscreens has helped to bring a diesel shunter named Denise back to her full glory as part of a major restoration project carried out by the Bodmin and Wenford Railway. The four-wheel diesel hydraulic shunter, built by Rolls-Royce/Sentine...
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"The guy who turned up was awesome, did the job really quickly and explained everything in a professional manner - couldn't have asked for more!"...
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A new National Windscreens fitting and ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) calibration centre in Inverness has been unveiled as the latest development in the company’s UK network of 108 locations. Relocating to this purpose-built facility...
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"Unbelievable customer service. Phoned in the morning and had someone out to fix window the following day. Credit to your company."...
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Brightside Group has signed a new three-year contract with National Windscreens. The contract will see National Windscreens become the preferred supplier for all glass claims across the whole of Brightside’s motor book. Mark Cliff, Brightside ...
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"Technician very helpful and polite and took time whilst repairing to explain the process and how things worked giving me confidence in what he was doing and the end result in terms of safety."...
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National Windscreens is delighted to have supported a charity football match staged in honour of Chesterfield football club legend Ernie Moss by providing sponsorship for the team shirts. Ernie, now 66, who netted a record 162 goals for the team, ha...
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"Excellent service from making the call to the fitting of the new screen. Friendly courteous staff throughout, what's not to like!"...
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National Windscreens is often seen as the fourth emergency service by helping drivers get back on the road quickly but it isn’t every day the company reunites a lost dog with its owner. This is exactly what happened when staff at the Scu...
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"The guy who turned up was awesome, did the job really quickly and explained everything in a professional manner - couldn't have asked for more!"...
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Accurate calibration on a mass scale is needed now 2nd August 2016: An industrywide ADAS Repair Group, led by Thatcham Research with National Windscreens taking a pivotal role, has introduced a Code of Practice that provides clear guidance on the re...
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"I could not recommend your company highly enough! I was absolutely delighted with your service and the politeness and competence of your technicians."...
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National Windscreens prides itself on not only being the repair and replacement glazing service of choice for fleet customers in the UK but also throughout Europe – as a 600-mile journey to fit a new windscreen for a coach stranded in France, a...
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After the initial evaluation and roll-out in key regions, Run Your Fleet welcomes the launch of National Windscreens’ UK-wide calibration service for windscreen mounted cameras, a critical part of ADAS systems. With the growing move fr...
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Fleet operators were able to visit National Windscreens at the Commercial Vehicle Show held at Birmingham’s NEC in April to hear about the latest calibration solutions for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) designed to get vehicles back ...
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Tamworth-based Quiss Technology has been selected to provide a business continuity solution for National Windscreens, the UK's fastest growing vehicle glass repair and replacement specialist, in the event disaster strikes the company’s head o...
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National Windscreens was delighted to meet so many people at BIBA 2016 held at Manchester Central last week and tell them about its £1million investment in ADAS and innovative software that delivers the right replacement glass first time in 99....
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National Windscreens has been selected as part of the support staff needed to keep England on the road to the Euro 2016 football finals kicking off next month. National Windscreens is to supply vehicle glass services to the coach company taking Engl...
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Believe it or not, the summer weather can be responsible for a number of hazards that can potentially lead to increased costs for motorists – with rising temperatures affecting both the interior and exterior of vehicles. In an effort to ...
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"The job had to be done quickly - a driving school car was needed for a test. Job completed quickly and I was directed to a warm waiting area." Lincoln...
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Following several months of evaluation and roll out in key regions, National Windscreens is delighted to announce the launch of its UK-wide calibration service for windscreen mounted cameras, a critical part of the Advanced Driver Assistance System...
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National Windscreens is delighted to announce a strategic alliance with fleet and insurance solutions provider, Industry Insights. This is a move designed to further develop a service offering which delivers real competitive advantage to UK fleet ope...
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National Windscreens will be hearing tonight (April 28) whether it has been named a winner in The Modern Claims Awards 2016 – a prestigious event that recognises each and every aspect of the claims industry. The independently-owned company is ...
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"Turned up as promised unlike "Ought-to" (have arrived twice) - Windscreens. Above the call of duty so grateful thx all!" Diss ...
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National Windscreens, the UK’s largest independently owned windscreen repair and replacement specialist, is to showcase why it is the vehicle glazing supplier of choice for a growing number of fleet operators at the Commercial Vehicle Show taki...
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"This job took place at the end of the day and I must say the service I received was as if I was their first customer of the day need I say anymore, would recommend your company at all times." Southampton...
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National Windscreens, the UK’s largest independently owned windscreen repair and replacement specialist, will be showcasing its dedicated services for brokers at BIBA 2016 - including a broker portal and innovative software that delivers righ...
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"A very reliable service that allowed me to continue with a normal day of work as they came to me." Norwich...
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Tonight's the night when National Windscreens will find out if the company has been successful in the 2016 Fleet News Awards. National Windscreens has been shortlisted in two categories - ‘Customer Service Award’ and ‘Fleet Special...
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"The technician was excellent I would definitely use you again" Lancaster...
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National Windscreens has been awarded accreditation from Safecontractor for its commitment to achieving excellence in health and safety. Safecontractor is a leading third party accreditation scheme which recognises very high standards in health an...
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"Excellent service, came while I was at work and it was a busy time, he didn`t mind me leaving my keys with a colleague and ringing different phones for contact. Would recommend." Preston...
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National Windscreens has been shortlisted for The Modern Claims Awards 2016 – a prestigious event that recognises each and every aspect of the claims industry. The firm is a finalist in the category for Innovation of the Year, having broken ...
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"Very happy with the guys that fitted my windscreen and also the guy I spoke to on the phone at the local depot! All very professional!" Dumfries...
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With freezing conditions set to be with us for the next few days, and the coldest day of the year forecast for tomorrow, National Windscreens has issued expert advice to help motorists keep their windscreens in top condition. Winter weather causes...
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"Arrived with wrong windscreen (my mistake) went out of his way to get correct windscreen and replace in the same day!" Newmarket ...
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National Windscreens is delighted to have been shortlisted for both the ‘Customer Service Award’ and ‘Fleet Specialist Services Supplier of the Year’ at the 2016 Fleet News Awards! Pete Marsden, managing director for National ...
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"The technician was very pleasant and efficient - and left no mess. The windscreen is clean! The mirror works fine and I like the blue tint along the top of the windscreen. Thanks." Peterborough...
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National Windscreens is pleased to announce a £1 million investment programme designed to ensure it is equipped to meet the growing demand for camera and sensor calibration (CSC) for ADAS (Advanced Driv...
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With no sign of the freezing conditions set to shift for the next few days, National Windscreens has issued expert advice to help motorists keep their windscreens in top condition. Winter weather causes hazards that can result in a number of increas...
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National Windscreens has strengthened its senior management team with the appointment of new Technical Manager, Tim Camm. With 33 years’ experience within the autoglazing sector, including 20 years involvement in technical training and support...
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National Windscreens is delighted to announce that it has been appointed sole supplier to the Home Office framework titled ‘The Supply and Fit of Road Vehicle Windscreens and Glass Supplies’ for a further four year term. The framework is...
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As the UK’s largest independently owned windscreen repair and replacement specialist, National Windscreens fitting centres and staff throughout the country support a wide range of charities all year round. Following last week’s amazing ...
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National Windscreens in the South West will provide a happier Christmas for a number of disadvantaged families this year with a donation of more than 230 toys. Staff from National Windscreens’ regional headquarters in Bristol delivered the gi...
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National Windscreens in the South West will be bringing a smile to lots of little faces this Christmas with a donation of more than 200 toys for children supported by leading UK charity, Barnado’s. The toy pledge has been run as an inte...
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New 2016 calendars from National Windscreens in Bristol will help to combat meningitis & septicaemia which affects 3,400 people in the UK and Ireland every year in the UK. The latest edition contains a symptom card that identifies the vital dan...
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National Windscreens would like to congratulate John Poole, Head of Sales (North West and East), on raising an impressive £358 for Cancer Research UK by successfully completing the Great Birmingham Run half-marathon last month. John ran in su...
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National Windscreens’ Regional Sales and Marketing Director, Martyn Bennett, will be sporting some facial hair this November, in a bid to grow a goatee in support of leading UK children’s charity Barnardo’s. Already six days into ...
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National Windscreens, the UK’s largest independently owned windscreen repair and replacement specialist, is delighted to announce that it has strengthened its board of directors with the appointment of Barry Donaldson as Business Development Di...
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National Windscreens increased turnover by 17% to £109million this year, becoming firmly established as one of the largest glass repair and replacement specialists in the UK. This growth, say the company, is the strongest indication yet t...
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National Windscreens, the UK’s largest independently owned windscreen replacement and repair specialist, is pleased to report that it has signed a two year supply contract with the RAC. The new deal means National Windscreens is now the sole ...
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A recent 722 mile round trip to Unst in the Shetland Islands is proof of just how far National Windscreens is willing to go to ensure customers can access its high quality windscreen replacement and repair services. Two technicians from the indepen...
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For some considerable time now National Windscreens has been actively involved in all of its fitting technicians achieving NVQ qualifications. With customers becoming more demanding of their suppliers and in particular with the advent of BS10125 (for...
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National Windscreens is delighted to announce that it has signed a further three year sole supplier contract with one of the UK’s most diverse rental fleet companies, SHB Hire Ltd, following a competitive tender process. The two companies have...
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National Windscreens, the UK’s largest independently owned windscreen replacement and repair specialist, is currently recruiting to fill a variety of positions following a surge in additional business. National Windscreens has significantly i...
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National Windscreens is pleased to announce that it has retained its preferred supplier contract with Amlin Insurance. Specialty insurer and reinsurer, Amlin, has worked with National Windscreens for the past three years and renewed its preferred s...
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National Windscreens’ specialist glazing division is regularly tasked with replacing windscreens on a huge variety of vehicles – from 80ft cranes, to pleasure boats, we pride ourselves on our ability to fit replacement glazing to virtuall...
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National Windscreens is delighted to announce that it is now the sole appointed supplier for all windscreen repair and replacement jobs booked through long-standing customer, Ageas Insurance Ltd’s dedicated Glass Line. Ageas provides a numbe...
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National Windscreens is delighted to announce that Nicky Coetsee has been appointed as a Regional Director in recognition of the key role she has played in the company’s continued growth. George Douglas, a founder of National Windscreens, com...
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National Windscreens is pleased to announce that Richard Hague, Fleet Director at United Rental Group Ltd, has been drawn as the winner of an iPad in a prize draw that took place during the recent CV Show at the NEC. Our National Sales Manager (Fle...
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National Windscreens, the UK’s largest independently owned vehicle glazing specialist, has revolutionised its capability to complete all windscreen replacement jobs ‘Right First Time’. The innovative company has developed a unique...
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We regularly ask customers that use all of our 108 fitting centres for feedback on the service they have received. As well as providing our NPS score (currently 88.1), this feedback is monitored to ensure our customers continue to value the service w...
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National Windscreens, the UK’s largest independently owned windscreen repair and replacement specialist, will be showcasing its dedicated service for Insurance Brokers on Stand B12 at BIBA 2015 next month. As part of its commitment to ensuring...
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There is no limit to the type of glazing jobs undertaken by the highly skilled specialist glazing technicians at National Windscreens, as this recent project demonstrates! National Windscreens was asked to replace two pieces of polycarbonate glass ...
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National Windscreens is delighted to announce that it has been awarded accreditation from Safecontractor for its commitment to achieving excellence in health and safety. Safecontractor is a leading independent accreditation scheme which recognises v...
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National Windscreens is pleased to announce that it will be showing its support for a number of major fleet clients at the Fleet News Awards 2015 next week. Fleet Sales Manager Graham Furneaux-Porter will be joined by Martyn Bennett and Roger Sherif...
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With its core business focussed on providing time sensitive deliveries of building and construction materials across the UK, keeping a road worthy fleet at all times is absolutely critical for market leading Saint-Gobain. Saint-Gobain, which counts ...
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National Windscreens is delighted to announce that it has been identified as one of London Stock Exchange’s ‘1000 Companies to Inspire Britain’. The report is a celebration of the UK’s fastest-growing and most dynamic small an...
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Windscreen repair and replacement specialist, National Windscreens, will be showing why it is the vehicle glazing supplier of choice for a significant number of leading fleet operators on Stand 4E79 at the Commercial Vehicle Show takin...
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National Windscreens is delighted to announce that its vehicle glazing repair and replacement contract with Thrifty Car and Van Rental has been extended for a further two years following a successful competitive tender process. Thrifty, ...
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National Windscreens is delighted to announce that it has been appointed as primary vehicle glass supplier by Lex Autolease for a further three year term following a rigorous tender process. Lex Autolease is one of the UK's leading fleet m...
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National Windscreens is delighted to announce that it has been shortlisted in the Service Provider of the Year category in the Modern Claims Awards 2015. Organised by Modern Claims Magazine, the awards aim to celebrate &lsqu...
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National Windscreens is delighted to announce that it has been appointed sole vehicle glass repair and replacement supplier for leading fleet solutions expert, Venson Automotive Solutions Limited, for a further two year term. First established in ...
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National Windscreens has issued some expert advice to help motorists keep their windscreens in tip top condition throughout the current cold snap. Winter weather is responsible for a number of hazards that can potentially lead to increased costs f...
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National Windscreens is delighted to announce that it has been appointed approved vehicle glass repair and replacement supplier by specialist motor insurer ERS as of 1st January 2015. ERS provides insurance for a wide range of vehicles including p...
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National Windscreens is pleased to announce that it has appointed a National Fleet Sales Executive to strengthen the national fleet and insurance team. Nick Broughall was promoted from within the Company, previously working as a Regional Sales...
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84% of motorists support alcohol immobilisers & 66% state they would specify additional technologies specifically to benefit from discounted insurance premiums A recent motoring safety innovations survey by National Windscreens has revealed that...
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National Windscreens is delighted to report that its customers can now access high quality vehicle glazing repairs and replacements in Spain thanks to the news that Grupo Carlunas has become the latest partner to join AutomotiveGlassEurope (AGE). ...
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National Windscreens total commitment to maintaining the largest fitting centre network in the UK is based on the belief that truly excellent customer service can only be delivered through local presence and local stock holding throughout the UK. A...
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National Windscreens is reminding motorists about the importance of maintaining a clear windscreen to show its support for Road Safety Week 2014, which starts today. Organised by lead charity BRAKE, Road Safety Week is the UK’s largest road sa...
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National Windscreens Regional Head Office in Bristol joined the national ‘Wear it Pink’ campaign last week to raise funds for Breast Cancer Care - the lead charity behind October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month campaign. The UK w...
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National Windscreens is pleased to announce that Regional Sales and Marketing Director, Martyn Bennett, will be joined by representatives from eight of the company’s top fleet customers at the annual FN50 dinner on 4th November. Now in its f...
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A recent poll by National Windscreens has found that the widespread use of the Net Promoter Score (NPS) system in the insurance industry may be leaving some insurers wide open to their policy holders experiencing poor customer service from third part...
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As the UK’s largest independently owned, award winning windscreen repair and replacement specialist, National Windscreens’ expertise is not just limited to cars, vans and HGVs. The company’s specially trained technicians are...
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On 1st October almost 100 years of UK motoring history came to an end with the abolition of the paper road tax disc, changing the face of windscreens forever.Leading windscreen repair and replacement specialist, National Windscreens, has marked this ...
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One of National Windscreens glazing technicians has been praised for his quick reactions following an accident earlier this week in which two elderly women were trapped in a burning car. Darren Willman, a technician at our Aldershot fit...
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With hundreds of thousands of students receiving their A Level and GSCE results this month, National Windscreens is reminding school leavers of the value of NVQ qualifications when considering career choices. As operator of the UK’s largest ...
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As a leading provider of windscreen repair and replacement services, National Windscreens specialises in all aspects of automotive glazing and carries out glazing jobs on a wide range of commercial and privately owned vehicles on a daily basis. Th...
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With the UK holiday season in full-swing, National Windscreens is reminding vehicle leasing companies of the value of European windscreen cover should their customers experience any issues with their vehicle’s glazing whilst on the continent. ...
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National Windscreens is delighted to announce a 20% increase in business in the Midlands region over the past two years - fuelling the requirement for new vans and a revamp of its Nottingham fitting centre. The UK’s largest independently own...
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National Windscreens is delighted to announce it has formed a partnership with Allstar, the UK's most widely used fuel card, to provide Allstar customers with vehicle glass repair and replacement services. Vice President for Products at Allstar, B...
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National Windscreens’ UK wide account management team enjoyed a trip to Bristol Conference Centre last week to attend a one day conference themed around ‘inspirational customer service’. The day was designed to provide an opportu...
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National Windscreens Glasgow has received outstanding feedback from qualifications Awarding Organisation, GQA, for its ongoing commitment to the continued professional development of its employees after 19 technicians and three managers successfully ...
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National Windscreens is delighted to announce it has secured a new two year contract with Northgate Vehicle Hire, following a review of the automotive glass market. As one of the UK’s top commercial vehicle hire and fleet providers, Northgate r...
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This week’s National Recycling Week (16th – 22nd June 2014) offers an excellent opportunity to highlight the vast array of materials that are recycled by National Windscreens throughout the UK, as well as reminding customers that our fitt...
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Paul Skinner, Distribution Manager, National Windscreens Bristol joined a group of adventurers in five 4 x 4 Land Rovers for the first Pyrenees Challenge expedition in 2014 over the Smugglers Pass in Andorra. They have collected over £2,300 for...
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National Windscreens is delighted to announce that it will be exhibiting at the I Love Claims 5th Annual Motor Claims Conference on Thursday 26th June, to highlight some of the reasons why its dedicated insurance service has resulted in contracts wit...
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As the UK’s largest independently owned windscreen repair and replacement specialist, National Windscreens’ expertise is not just limited to cars, vans and HGVs. The company’s specially trained technicians are also highly experience...
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As the UK’s largest independently owned windscreen repair and replacement specialist, National Windscreens’ expertise is not just limited to cars, vans and HGVs – the company’s specially trained technicians are also highly exp...
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National Windscreens is delighted to announce that it has been named the sole supplier by the Ministry of Defence (MoD) for all Direct Repair/Replacement of Windscreens and Bodyglass requirements. The contract covers a varied range of light and he...
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National Windscreens has been appointed the preferred vehicle glass repair and replacement supplier for the motoring insurance clients of Tesco Underwriting. The contract was awarded following a process that recognised the success of National Windscr...
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