Trusted Standards.

Skilled People. A Future Built Properly.

At Hedley’s Group, accreditations, industry standards, and training are inseparable. They guide how we operate today and how we prepare the next generation of specialists. Together, they reflect our commitment to professionalism, accountability, and the long-term care of fine art, antiques, furniture, and luxury interiors.

Industry Standards & Best Practice

Alongside formal accreditations, Hedley’s Group operates in alignment with recognised industry standards that govern fine art handling, packing, and collections care.

ARCS — Art Registration & Collections Systems
Our procedures reflect ARCS-informed best practices for documentation, condition reporting, inventory control, and collections management.

PACCIN — Packing, Art Handling and Crating Information Network
We follow PACCIN guidelines for materials selection, packing methods, crating, and transport preparation to ensure consistency, safety, and long-term object protection.

  • Black 3D cube displaying the text 'British Institute of Interior Design' in white letters on three visible sides.

    BIID — British Institute of Interior Design

    Reflecting our close collaboration with interior designers and our understanding of the standards, discretion, and precision required within luxury interiors.

  • A beige chandelier with five arms on a black background above the word 'LAPADA' in black text.

    LAPADA — The Association of Art & Antiques Dealers

    Underscoring our experience working with art and antiques professionals and our familiarity with the care, handling, and discretion required for high-value objects.

  • Logo of the British Association of Removers featuring a map of the UK, with text 'Member' at the top, 'British Association of Removers' around the border, and 'BAR' in bold at the center.

    BAR — British Association of Removers

    Adherence to recognised standards in professional removals, training, consumer protection, and operational excellence within the UK.

  • Logo of the International Association of Movers featuring a globe, an upward arrow, and the acronym IAM with the full name below.

    IAM — International Association of Movers

    Connecting Hedley’s Group to a global network of trusted moving and logistics professionals, reinforcing international best practice.

  • Logo of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) featuring a globe with wings and the acronym IATA below.

    IATA — International Air Transport Association

    Supporting compliant and efficient air freight operations in accordance with global aviation regulations.

  • Logo of the British International Freight Association with the text 'BIFA' and a red curved arrow beneath it.

    BIFA — British International Freight Association

    Ensuring our international freight forwarding activities align with established industry standards for compliance, transparency, and accountability.

  • Curved highway with gray road and white lane markings, journeying over a red bridge or structure.

    RHA — Road Haulage Association

    Reflecting our commitment to safe, compliant, and professional road transport operations across the UK and Europe.

  • Logo with a globe showing Europe and Africa, with the letters 'AEO' in the center, surrounded by a ring of yellow stars and an arrow encircling the globe from Europe to Africa.

    AEO — Authorised Economic Operator

    Recognizing Hedley’s Group as a trusted and secure partner within the international supply chain, enabling smoother customs processes and enhanced regulatory confidence.

Quality, Safety & Risk Management

These accreditations and standards underpin a structured approach to:

  • Object care and condition reporting

  • Secure packing, storage, and transportation

  • Health & safety and risk assessment

  • Customs compliance and international logistics

  • Client, museum, and institutional specifications

Insurance and risk management arrangements are tailored to each project and available upon request.