Built on experience. Driven by quality.
Mackworth Vehicle Conversion Specialists has been building commercial vehicle bodies for decades – with roots on our Derby site dating back to the 1960s.
Our Story
From humble beginnings in Derby to becoming a trusted name in commercial vehicle conversions, Mackworth’s journey spans decades of innovation, dedication and growth. Our timeline highlights the key milestones that have shaped who we are today – a team of experts committed to delivering high-quality, fully type-approved vehicle bodies for fleet operators across the UK.
Mackworth through the years
Our Team & Facility
Today, Mackworth employs over 60 skilled professionals across our bodyshop, design, administration and sales departments. Every member of our team plays a key role in delivering well-engineered, fully type-approved vehicle bodies that meet the demands of modern fleet operators.In 2011, the formation of Mackworth Vehicle Conversions as we know it today brought together the best of two longstanding operations: Mackworth Bodyworks and Mix Vehicle Conversions. Since then, we’ve focused on building quality into every project – from standard conversions to complex bespoke builds.
Conversions built around your needs
Working with fleets across utilities, construction, highways, logistics and more, we deliver bodies that are designed for the job, built to last, and supported by a team who understand your operational needs. All conversions are manufactured in-house at our Derby facility, using quality materials, type-approved processes and trusted components. Whether you need a single vehicle or a fleet of tailored builds, we provide the same attention to detail and commitment to quality. Explore our services below to find out how we can support your fleet.
Utilities
Construction
Highways
Logistics
Local Council
Custom Builds
Expert Partners in Fabrication
To support our growing production capabilities, we work in partnership with MDJ Manufacturing – a trusted specialist in steel and aluminium fabrications. Based locally, MDJ brings over 20 years of experience in fabrication, welding, laser cutting, CNC folding and finishing. Their expertise helps us deliver precision-made components for a range of vehicle builds, while maintaining the high standards our customers expect. Working closely with MDJ ensures faster turnaround, consistent quality, and the flexibility to support both large-scale and one-off production runs.
Over 40 years’ industry expertise
Fully managed conversions, built to last
3-year warranty on all Mackworth builds
Established 100% UK-based support
Why Choose Mackworth Vehicle Conversion?
We build a reliable range of type-approved conversions across multiple chassis types, all engineered to perform and built to last. Our team combines deep technical know-how with practical, collaborative support to deliver vehicles that meet operational needs at scale—whether it’s a single unit or a full fleet roll-out.
- Decades of experience in commercial vehicle conversions
- Approved by all major chassis manufacturers
- Fully type-approved builds and bespoke designs
- Skilled team across engineering, design and build
- End-to-end service – from concept to delivery
- Strong supply chain partnerships for added value
Trusted by Businesses Across the UK
We’re proud to work with a wide range of customers – from national fleet operators to local businesses – who rely on us for quality vehicle conversions that meet the demands of everyday use. Here’s what some of our customers have to say about working with Mackworth:
Following the award of the tender, Steve ran through all the racking specifications to accommodate any changes needed and then invited us up to Mackworth to see the finished products for sign off. It was great to see these prior to delivery and be able to make last minute adjustments to meet our trades needs. The end product has met all our requirements on keeping payloads high while providing suitable, good quality storage. Our trades have also been really positive about the new racking systems following delivery and how well it suits them on site. Any aftercare issues have been promptly dealt with and resolved and we have been kept updated throughout the process.
The relationship is easy. The guys at Mackworth know our trucks inside and out. Whether it’s Peter in the office or their team in the workshop, we know that if we have a problem, we can call and ask, ‘is there any chance you can have a look at this for us?’ and drop the vehicle off the next day without any hassle. Their flexibility and proximity—just 20 minutes away—make a huge difference.
South Staffs PLC operate a varied fleet, from VW Caddys to CR50 Crafters and dropsides, and Mackworth Vehicle Conversion Specialists have consistently delivered high-quality fitouts across all vehicle types. The team are always easy to work with, offering excellent communication, guidance, and support throughout each project. Over many years, their workmanship has remained consistently high, and the durability of the materials and quality of the installations are second to none. These conversions make a real difference to our day-to-day operations by helping our teams work safely and efficiently. While Mackworth may not be the cheapest supplier, the value lies in their expertise, attention to detail, and reliable aftercare. What stands out most is the strong working relationship we’ve built—whenever issues arise, they are resolved quickly and with minimal disruption, which is a huge benefit to our business.
We are pleased to recommend Mackworth Conversions as one of our trusted providers, for compliant, fit for purpose, commercial vehicle body conversions.
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