Leading the Way in Metal Recycling

CF Booth Ltd was established in 1920 by Clarence Frederick Booth and since that time has grown from a local metal trader into one of the largest independently run recycling companies in Europe

The company is a member of the British Metals Recycling Association (BMRA) and also a Gold member of the Bureau of International Recycling (BIR). Predominantly functioned as a scrap yard, it imports and exports a large variety of materials Worldwide, with the head office located in Rotherham, South Yorkshire at Clarence Metal Works. The company has been associated with the scrapping of diesel and electric locomotives since the 1960s and is now one of the largest rolling stock recyclers in the UK, winning nationally released tenders from several of the main rail operating companies.

The Rolling stock division has achieved both ISO 9001 and 14001 standards and is subscribed to the Railway Industry Supplier Qualification Scheme (RISQS).

The rolling stock asbestos removal/ disposal service is supported by Demex Ltd a member of the CF Booth Group. Demex

Ltd is licensed by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) for the safe removal of all types of asbestos.

Fully trained and accredited operatives use the very latest equipment and techniques to safely strip out and dispose of asbestos with onsite removal being conducted in CF Booth Group’s purposebuilt decontamination rail sheds.

In addition, the extremely competitive buying process and quick payment terms mean that for many companies wishing to dispose of their rolling stock, CF Booth Ltd is the first port of call. Besides processing rolling stock for their residual ferrous/ non ferrous metals, CF Booth Group also salvages any or all components that may be required by Railway Companies and Railway Preservationists.

The current Rolling Stock Manager, Christopher Davis, says: ‘We are proud to be playing a major role in supporting the UK national rail industry and extremely proud to provide a valuable service to railway enthusiasts and preservationists throughout the UK as they continue to restore rolling stock vehicles to their former glory for future generations to enjoy. We value the relationship we have built up with rail companies, preservationists and enthusiasts over the years.’

All enquiries regarding your rolling stock can be directed to Christopher Davis, Rolling Stock Manager - CF Booth Limited, Clarence Metal Works, Armer Street, Rotherham, Yorkshire, United Kingdom. Get in touch via the contact information below.