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 concerning 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 mother or father firm Workdry.
She commented: “It was a pleasure visiting Selwood, and seeing what Selwood do and how they provide support and employment to the community. The commitment of Selwood and Workdry to spearhead innovative initiatives and sustainable growth is truly commendable.”
Dan stated: “It was great to welcome Liz Jarvis MP to Selwood and for her to see first-hand how we provide exceptional solutions and services, with a focus on sustainability and workplace safety and how we strive to contribute to our community here in Chandler’s Ford and at our branches across the UK.”
Selwood has applied sustainability measures together with the usage of cleaner burning HVO gasoline in its pump engines, the usage of electrical engines instead of diesel wherever doable, and an funding in electrical autos. Different initiatives embody 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 Kids’s Charity. This work is undertaken by fundraising, donations, and time volunteered.
The agency additionally extols a commitmenmt to encouraging younger individuals into the water trade by actively working with faculties and schools to help its apprenticeship programme.
“Putting its people at the core of the organisation, Selwood has invested in comprehensive training programmes up to NVQ 4 level, Mental Health First Aid and a Health and Safety Initiative,” says the group’s literature.
“Through Workdry, Selwood will deliver a comprehensive Sustainability Action Plan in the next 12 months, setting out a clear road map and key milestones to reduce its impact on climate 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
