Using a logistics company with BRC Global Standard for Storage and Distribution (BRCGS) AA accreditation offers several important advantages to food production companies:
✅ 1. Highest Level of Food Safety Assurance
- AA is the highest grade in BRCGS, signalling excellent compliance with food safety standards.
- Food producers can trust that storage, handling, and distribution of their products meet top-tier hygiene and safety protocols, reducing risk of contamination or spoilage.
✅ 2. Enhanced Brand Protection & Consumer Trust
- Working with an AA-accredited logistics partner reinforces your brand’s commitment to quality and safety.
- Helps maintain your reputation with retailers, auditors, and end consumers.
✅ 3. Easier Retailer & Export Market Access
- Many large retailers, especially in the UK and EU, require BRC accreditation in their supply chains.
- AA status can make it easier to qualify for contracts and facilitate entry into strictly regulated export markets.
✅ 4. Reduced Audit Burden
- Using an accredited partner may reduce the need for additional customer audits.
- Saves time and resources, as the logistics company has already demonstrated robust systems and controls.
✅ 5. Risk Management & Legal Compliance
- Strong traceability, temperature control, pest management, and hygiene systems help minimize recalls and liabilities.
- Ensures compliance with food law, including HACCP principles and due diligence defences.
✅ 6. Competitive Advantage
- Differentiates your brand by showing alignment with world-class logistics partners.
- Can be a valuable selling point in tenders or when attracting retail and foodservice customers.
BRCGS provides comprehensive standards that set benchmarks for good manufacturing practices, ensuring products are safe, legal, and of high quality. Established in 1996 by retailers aiming to harmonize food safety standards, BRCGS offers rigorous certification schemes. Here’s a more detailed breakdown:
BRCGS:
Originally called BRC (British Retail Consortium), BRCGS (Brand Reputation through Compliance of Global Standards) is a food safety standard.
AA:
This is the highest grade awarded in a BRCGS audit, indicating exceptional compliance with the standards. It’s followed by grades A, B, C, and D.
Global Standard:
The BRCGS standard is recognized and adopted worldwide, ensuring a high level of safety and quality across the food industry.
Food Safety:
BRCGS focuses on ensuring the safety and quality of food products throughout the supply chain, from manufacturing to distribution.
Capital Transport & Shipping’s achievement of BRCGS AA accreditation is a significant milestone that underscores our unwavering commitment to excellence in food logistics. This top-tier certification not only validates our dedication to maintaining the highest standards in storage and distribution but also offers substantial benefits to logistics managers in the food production industry
Implications for Logistics Managers in Food Production
- Enhanced Supply Chain Confidence
An AA accreditation assures that Capital Transport & Shipping operates with the highest standards of food safety and quality. This reliability is crucial for logistics managers seeking partners who can consistently maintain product integrity throughout the supply chain.
- Compliance with Global Standards
BRCGS certification is recognized by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI), ensuring that our practices align with international food safety requirements. This compliance facilitates smoother operations across borders, reducing potential regulatory hurdles.
- Risk Mitigation
Partnering with a BRCGS AA accredited logistics provider minimizes the risk of food safety incidents, recalls, and associated brand damage. Our rigorous processes and continuous improvement culture help safeguard your products and reputation.
- Operational Efficiency
Our adherence to BRCGS standards translates to streamlined processes, effective hazard controls, and robust quality management systems. This efficiency can lead to cost savings and improved delivery timelines for your operations.
Why Choose Capital Transport & Shipping?
Our BRCGS AA accreditation is more than a certificate; it’s a testament to our dedication to excellence in food logistics. We understand the complexities of the food production industry and are equipped to provide solutions that meet your specific needs.
By choosing Capital Transport & Shipping, you’re partnering with a logistics provider that prioritizes food safety, quality, and operational excellence. Our commitment ensures that your products are handled with the utmost care, from origin to destination.
For more information on how our BRCGS AA accreditation can benefit your logistics operations, contact us today. Let’s work together to elevate your supply chain standards.
