About GBIFDA
Our Mission
The Great Britain Insoluble Fuel Disposal Agency (GBIFDA) is an independent industry association dedicated to establishing and maintaining professional standards in the fuel contamination remediation sector. We work to ensure compliance with environmental regulations, safety protocols, and industry best practices to protect all stakeholders across UK's fuel management industry.
Our History
Established in 2024, GBIFDA was created in response to growing concerns about inconsistent standards and non-compliant practices in the misfuel remediation industry. We recognised the need for an independent industry authority to establish clear guidelines, promote compliance, and protect both consumers and the environment.
What We Do
- Set Industry Standards: Develop comprehensive protocols for fuel contamination remediation
- Certify Operators & Workshops: Assess and certify Compliant Operators and Certified Workshops who meet our rigorous standards and authorize them to display the GBIFDA Mark
- Monitor Compliance: Monitor the industry and investigate reports of non-compliant operators
- Protect Consumers: Ensure fair pricing, proper documentation, and quality service
- Environmental Protection: Ensure proper disposal of contaminated fuel per Environment Agency and Environment Agency guidelines
- Industry Education: Provide resources and training to improve industry practices
Our Values
Integrity
We operate with transparency and honesty in all our certification activities.
Excellence
We set and maintain the highest standards for fuel remediation services.
Protection
We protect consumers, operators, and the environment through rigorous oversight.
Compliance
We ensure all certified operations meet UK's regulatory requirements.
Industry Standards & Compliance
GBIFDA's certification standards align with UK legislation including:
- Carriage of Dangerous Goods and Use of Transportable Pressure Equipment Regulations 2009
- Environmental Protection Act 1990
- Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations 2002
- Petroleum (Consolidation) Regulations 2014
- Environment Agency hazardous waste regulations
Contact Us: For more information about GBIFDA, please visit our Contact page and use our General Contact Form.
GBIFDA helps businesses understand and comply with government regulations, protecting operators, consumers, and the environment. As an independent industry association, we provide certification services that demonstrate compliance with UK's regulatory requirements.