About Us
The history of Amiante STR Ltd is defined by its growth from a regional specialist into a prominent, nationwide Licensed Asbestos Removal Contractor (LARC). The company has evolved significantly through its integration into the Collard Group, a major UK demolition and waste management group. The company was officially incorporated on 21 June 2012 as a private limited company. It established its early operations base near Portsmouth, Hampshire, serving domestic, commercial, and industrial clients across the South of England. Over its first decade, Amiante STR expanded its presence by establishing regional offices in London and Kent. In June 2022, Amiante STR Ltd reached a major turning point when it was acquired by the Collard Group, a massive demolition, earthworks, and waste management provider. This acquisition absorbed Amiante STR into Collard's broader contracting division, enabling them to offer self-delivered, end-to-end site clearance and structural demolition packages. Amiante STR holds the maximum 3-year health and safety executive (HSE) licence to work with high-risk asbestos-containing materials (ACMs). This permits them to undertake both licensed and non-licensed remediation work. According to the HSE Licensed Asbestos Removal Contractors Register, their active licence runs through 4 April 2028.
About Amiante STR
Operating nationwide from our head office in Hampshire, we provide comprehensive asbestos management and environmental solutions and services. With our full three year license and alignment with Collard Group’s self-delivery approach, we offer complete in-house solutions to your project needs.
Safety first
To reduce the spread and exposure of asbestos at all times, ensuring protection for all stakeholders.
Community focus
To create a safer environment for everyone, making every space secure and hazard-free.
Expert solutions
To provide reliable, professional solutions for anyone facing asbestos-related challenges.
Respect for All
To act openly and treat everyone with fairness and dignity.
Safety Always
To work diligently to prevent accidents, incidents, and near misses.
Integrity Matters
To be honest and trustworthy in all of our actions.
Customer Commitment
To recognise that the customer funds the service and deserves excellence.
Experts Highlight
Qualifications:
- UKATA Licensed Contracts Manager
- ARCA Risk Assessment & Plan of Work Certified
- Licensed Asbestos Supervisor
- NVQ Level 6 - Construction Contracting Operations Management
- RSPH Level 4 – Licensed Contract Management
- NVQ Level 2 – Licensed Asbestos & Hazardous Waste
- Scott Mask Check Competent Person
- NEBOSH General Certificate
Overview:
With over 25 years’ experience, Julian joined Collard as an Operations Director to take operational control of Amiante STR and ensure compliance with operating procedures and current industry legislation.
Assisting with the re-shaping and enhancement of the asbestos division to mould it into the rest of the group services. Taking on the responsibility of accountability for the operational performance in terms of protecting the license and commercial performance, reporting directly to the Managing Director.
Relevant Experience:
The Gascoigne Estate
The Gascoigne Estate, £989k
Various asbestos removal works were carried out, with the primary scope focused on AIB boxings throughout the site, particularly in bathrooms and WCs. The project involved multiple enclosure setups and the successful completion of various non-licensed asbestos removals across the premises.
Coventry University
Coventry University, £250k (circa. Value)
Various asbestos removal works were undertaken, with the main scope involving AIB removal across floors in multiple locations. The project also included the identification and remediation of debris contamination in isolated areas.
Lots Road Power Station (2017 to 2018)
Lots Road Power Station (2017 to 2018), £7.4million (circa final value)
Various asbestos removal works were completed, primarily focused on contaminated paint and debris found on the internal walls of the power station.
American Embassy
American Embassy, £1.5million
Removal of various licensed and non-licensed asbestos materials carried out throughout the site.
Dagenham Fords
Dagenham Fords, £1.9million (circa. Total)
A range of asbestos removal works were undertaken, including both licensed and non-licensed materials.
National Theatre
National Theatre, £1million (circa. Total)
Various asbestos removal works were conducted, with the main scope focusing on sprayed coatings and associated contamination found throughout high-level areas of the site.
Camberley Town Centre
Amiante STR Ltd Licenses & Accreditations
ARCA
ARCA are dedicated to promoting safety and professionalism throughout the licensed asbestos removal industry. As the UK’s leading association representing the interests of asbestos removal contractors and associated businesses, ARCA provide guidance, asbestos training, and support on all legislative requirements for their members and their clients. When seeking a professional asbestos removal contractor to safely remove hazardous asbestos material … look to Amiante STR.
NFDC
The NFDC has been the driving force behind the evolution of the demolition industry since 1941. They bring together 130+ contractors to raise the standards of demolition throughout the UK, ensure safety on demolition sites, they promote peer learning and much more. As a member of the NFDC, all contractors must adhere to rigorous standards, including industry recognised workforce training and environmentally responsible processes.
CHAS - Advanced
CHAS is the UK’s leading provider of compliance and risk management solutions. Their award winning solutions help contractors and clients ensure supply chain compliance, mitigate risks and support efficient supply chain management. CHAS are a co-founder of Safety Schemes in Procurement (SSIP) and the common assessment standard, CHAS is trusted by the UK’s biggest names across multiple industries, including construction, education, facilities management and housing development. CHAS are at the forefront of setting compliance benchmarks that drive these industries forward and make the world of work a safer place to be.
SafeContractor
SafeContractor is one of the UK’s leading health and safety accreditation schemes that verifies Amiante STR Ltd have safe, ethical and compliant working practises. Provided by risk management firm Alcumus, it serves as a trusted badge for contractors to prove their competence to prospective clients without filling out repetitive paperwork. It is a recognised SSiP member, aligned with core Uk health and safety standards. The assessment includes standard pre-qualification question sets defined in PAS91, streamlining corporate procurement. It additionally evaluates broader risk factors including financial stability, environmental practices, data protection, and modern slavery policies.
CONSTRUCTIONLINE GOLD
Constructionline is the UK’s leading procurement and supply chain management scheme that collects, assesses and monitors standard company information through a question set that is aligned to PAS 91, the standardised pre-qualification questionnaire developed by the BSI to reduce duplication within the construction industry. Constructionline’s aim is to provide efficiency savings to public and private sector buyers and the construction industry as a whole by streamlining the procurement procedures and improving the supply chain management processes. They achieve this by reducing risk, creating cost efficiencies and helping buyers engage with new suppliers, including SME’s and local companies.
CONSTRUCTIONLINE SOCIAL VALUE
With the approval of meeting the Constructionline Gold status, Amiante STR met with the requirements to achieve recognition for their social value strategies. This demonstrates our commitment to providing social value when bidding for contracts. Social value comprises of a broad range of initiatives, from taking on apprenticeships to employing a diverse workforce.
OnceForAll Health & Safety
Once For All Health & Safety SSIP (formerly known as Acclaim Accreditation) is an online health and safety certification scheme used in the UK. It is a registered member of the Safety Schemes in Procurement (SSIP) umbrella body and operates primarily through the Constructionline procurement portal to reduce paperwork duplication for contractors and buyers. It evaluates a business’s health and safety documentation and operational workflows to confirm compliance with the Construction Design and Management (CDM) Regulations 2015. Holding this certificate grants you automatic “mutual recognition” with other major SSIP schemes (like CHAS, SMAS, and SafeContractor) through a fast-tracked process.
Amiante STR Ltd Hazardous Waste Carriers License - CBDU87805
To legally transport asbestos waste in the UK, Amiante STR Ltd hold an upper tier waste carrier license issued by the Environmental Agency. Asbestos is legally classified as hazardous waste, meaning it is strictly illegal to transport it in a standard personal vehicle without the correct registration, documentation, and vehicle standards. Amiante STR Ltd have purpose built, sealable and lockable asbestos waste boxes installed into each of the supervisors site vehicles. On large scale contracts Amiante STR Ltd utilise one of their hazardous waste carrier suppliers to provide sealed, lockable waste skips to correctly transport and dispose of any genertaed hazardous wastes.
Amiante STR Ltd 3 Year HSE License
Holding an HSE Asbestos License in 2026 is part of a strict UK permissioning regime required by law to manage high-risk asbestos containing materials (ACMs). Because asbestos remains the largest single cause of work-related deaths in the UK (approx. 5000 per year), the Health & Safety Executive heavily regulates who can touch it. Amiante STR Ltd are in possession of a 3 year asbestos license term. This is the maximum duration a license can be held for before a re-evaluation of the business is completed to confirm a further term as an HSE license holder.
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