Silverlake Automotive Recycling has been recognised as one of the top-performing private companies in the county, earning ‘Leading Hampshire Business’ status in the first-ever Hampshire Limited Report 2025 by Grant Thornton UK Advisory & Tax LLP.
The Southampton-based vehicle recycling centre was ranked 38th in the report for average EBITDA margin, following analysis of Hampshire’s top 599 privately owned firms. The report spotlights companies that demonstrate exceptional financial performance and meaningful contributions to the regional economy. It evaluated businesses over a three-year period using growth in turnover and average EBITDA margin as its key metrics.
Silverlake processes end-of-life vehicles at its Authorised Treatment Facility, achieving an impressive 96.7% recovery rate per vehicle. It supplies quality graded, warranty-assured reclaimed parts, offering an eco-friendly and cost-effective alternative to new components.
Beyond its green credentials, Silverlake plays a major role in local employment and community support. With more than 160 staff – 73% of whom live within 10 miles of the site – the company plans to create over 60 new jobs as part of its ongoing expansion. It also supports over 25 charities and works closely with emergency services, providing salvage vehicles for training exercises.
Silverlake also sponsors Eastleigh FC’s stadium and collaborates on local community programmes. Its U-Donate-a-Car scheme allows vehicle owners to donate the proceeds from their cars to local charities, aligning sustainability with social impact.
Nigel Le Bas, Corporate Finance Advisory Director at Grant Thornton UK, called Silverlake’s inclusion in the Top 50 “a remarkable achievement,” adding: “It showcases their operational excellence and inspires continued innovation in the motor salvage sector.”
Managing Director, Allen Prebble said: “We’re incredibly humbled by this recognition. We’ve been based in Hampshire for 79 years and are proud to support the local economy. This award is a testament to our team’s dedication, and we’ll continue to invest in our people, our infrastructure and the environment.”
