See all Blog Posts Metal Supermarkets UK accredited with ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certifications for 16th consecutive year Category: News Posted: March 11, 2026 For the sixteenth year in a row, Metal Supermarkets UK Ltd has been accredited by the IQS UK Standards Audits Division with ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certifications. As a leading supplier of small-quantity metals, Metal Supermarkets UK Ltd continues to demonstrate outstanding performance in both its Quality Management and Environmental Management systems, earning ongoing recognition for its high standards. The continued achievement of ISO certifications reflects its strong commitment to process improvement and raising operational standards, all focused on delivering exceptional service to customers across the United Kingdom. “We are always committed to continually improving our operations and maintaining the high standard customers expect from Metal Supermarkets,” said Director of Franchise Development and Operations, James Headifen. “Every year we earn this accreditation is an honour, and we’re proud of our long track record of achieving these certifications.” The implementation of a documented Quality Management System, encompassing all policies and procedures necessary to obtain ISO certifications, is a requirement for each Metal Supermarkets location in the UK. Additionally, every store must commit internally to sustaining employee competence and awareness through ongoing training and comprehensive assessment of environmental responsibilities. ISO 9001 is the world’s most widely used Quality Management Systems (QMS) standard, with more than 2.1 million certificates issued to organizations in over 190 countries. It is internationally recognized as the standard for QMS and is awarded to companies that enhance customer satisfaction, improve efficiency, and consistently deliver high-quality products and services. ISO 14001 acknowledges businesses that have environmentally friendly practises implemented into their operations. It is given to companies that work hard to cut expenses, cut waste, and increase resource efficiency. “Our teams work hard to earn the ISO designations each year, and receiving the accreditation for the sixteenth straight year highlights our commitment to serving our customers effectively and safely,” Operations and Compliance Manager at Metal Supermarkets UK Carlos Espinosa stated. In 2009, Metal Supermarkets received their first accreditations under ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 14001:2004. Metal Supermarkets successfully presented its procedures to an impartial external auditor in order to obtain re-accreditation. The auditor verified that the operations were being carried out in accordance with strict guidelines and written rules. Metal Supermarkets UK ISO 9001:2015 2026 Certification Metal Supermarkets UK ISO 14001:2015 2026 Certification Metal Supermarkets Metal Supermarkets is the world’s largest small-quantity metal supplier with 130 brick-and-mortar stores across the US, Canada, and United Kingdom. We are metal experts and have been providing quality customer service and products since 1985. At Metal Supermarkets, we supply a wide range of metals for a variety of applications. Our stock includes: mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium, tool steel, engineering steel, brass, bronze and copper. We carry a wide range of shapes including: bars, tubes, sheets and plates. We can cut metal to your exact specifications. Visit one of our 8 locations in the United Kingdom today. Share: Facebook X (Twitter) LinkedIn E-Mail Tags: ISO, news Related blog articles Pipeline Welding Explained: One of the Toughest Welding Jobs Metal Lathe Applications: A Guide to Machining Possibilities Can You Weld Cast Iron?