Scania UK and the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) have agreed a three-year partnership that will involve the commercial vehicle supplier working with the charity on fundraising activities and continuing its support in other areas.
The agreement will see Scania UK and RNLI become strategic partners in a move that Scania UK Managing Director Chris Newitt says is “a privilege” for the business.
Announcement of the collaboration came on 4 March, the day that RNLI commemorated its 200th anniversary and also on which Scania UK acknowledged its 60th birthday.
In addition to fundraising work by Scania UK, the business will continue to supply engines for Shannon-class lifeboats. They form part of RNLI’s 449-strong fleet that operates from 238 lifeboat stations. Scania engines also power the charity’s Shannon Launch and Recovery System vehicles.
Continues Mr Newitt: “To celebrate your bicentenary is some achievement, and at Scania, we can play our part in helping RNLI to save lives for another 200 years through fundraising and continued support.
“Our shared values and ability to bring people together is what makes this such a great partnership.”
RNLI Director for Engineering and Supply Jamie Chestnutt adds: “Scania and RNLI’s longstanding supplier relationship is a testament to the partnership we have built today.
“This multi-year partnership sees Scania not only continue to provide the Shannon-class lifeboats with the engines we require to operate around the coasts of the UK and the Republic of Ireland, but also raises funds to support the organisation’s vital work as we look to build our lifesaving capacity for another 200 years.
“We are delighted to extend the scope of our relationship and we look forward to furthering operational efficiencies and understanding sustainable powertrain development while championing the work we do both on and off the water, and our commitment to saving lives at sea.”
