Liz Jarvis MP not too long ago paid a go to to the headquarters of pump options agency Selwood, in Chandler’s Ford, to study in regards to the firm’s actions, sustainability initiatives, and work in the neighborhood.
Selwood is a specialist in pump rental and engineered water dealing with options, using greater than 500 workers throughout a UK-wide department community.
The MP for Eastleigh was given a tour of the agency’s manufacturing facility, the place pumps are designed and constructed to be used in its rental fleet, domestically and internationally. She spoke to Dan Lee, CEO of Selwood’s dad or mum firm Workdry.
She commented: “It was a pleasure visiting Selwood, and seeing what Selwood do and the way they supply help and employment to the group. The dedication of Selwood and Workdry to spearhead modern initiatives and sustainable development is really commendable.”
Dan mentioned: “It was nice to welcome Liz Jarvis MP to Selwood and for her to see first-hand how we offer distinctive options and providers, with a give attention to sustainability and office security and the way we try to contribute to our group right here in Chandler’s Ford and at our branches throughout the UK.”
Selwood has carried out sustainability measures together with using cleaner burning HVO gasoline in its pump engines, using electrical engines rather than diesel wherever potential, and an funding in electrical automobiles. Different initiatives embrace Sustainability Linked Loans and membership of the Provide Chain Sustainability College.
The corporate additionally helps a spread of causes and group organisations, together with the Southampton-based HoneyPot Youngsters’s Charity. This work is undertaken by way of fundraising, donations, and time volunteered.
The agency additionally extols a commitmenmt to encouraging younger individuals into the water business by actively working with colleges and schools to help its apprenticeship programme.
“Placing its individuals on the core of the organisation, Selwood has invested in complete coaching programmes as much as NVQ 4 stage, Psychological Well being First Support and a Well being and Security Initiative,” says the group’s literature.
“By Workdry, Selwood will ship a complete Sustainability Motion Plan within the subsequent 12 months, setting out a transparent street map and key milestones to scale back its affect on local weather change and contribute to society.”
For extra details about Selwood’s pump rental providers, engineered pumping options and pump manufacturing and gross sales, go to selwood.co.uk
