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Friday 5 February 2010
Formula 1's Jake Humphrey gives EcoDrive challenge the green light
Formula 1 presenter, Jake Humphrey, has launched an EcoDriving challenge for infrastructure services company, May Gurney, in Norfolk.
The BBC presenter put his low-carbon driving skills to the test on an EcoDriving simulator at the Norfolk headquarters of Formula 1 returners, Lotus. Jake demonstrated some of the key EcoDriving principles which can improve the economy of a vehicle and result in a 20% reduction in fuel consumption.
The event marked the launch of a new EcoDriving competition for Norfolk which will take place in March at The Forum library, Norwich. It was organised by Shaping Norfolk’s Future, county’s economic development partnership, together with May Gurney, Lotus, publishers Archant Print and Norfolk County Council.
The competition is aimed at Norfolk businesses, especially those that operate a transport fleet. On 9th, 10th and 11th March, businesses will compete against each other in the EcoDriving challenge. The company that demonstrates the best green driving skills will win a track day at Lotus. Fifteen businesses and organisations have already signed up for the competition which aims to increase road safety, raise awareness of the financial savings that businesses can achieve by adopting the principles of EcoDriving and reduce transport-related carbon emissions within the county
Jake Humphrey welcomed 30 business guests to the launch event, saying: “This competition is a great way of encouraging businesses to save money and reduce their CO2 emissions. As a previous Norfolk resident, I think it is really important that we work together to ensure that it continues to be a great place to live and work.”
Ian Findlater, group business development director for May Gurney said: “Reducing carbon emissions can create substantial savings for business. May Gurney is committed to leading our industry by reducing our carbon emissions by 50% over three years, which will save our company £1 million.”
May Gurney operates a large fleet of vehicles throughout the country, delivering highways maintenance, utilities, environmental services, rail and facility services for 18 local authorities and clients in the regulated sectors.
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About May Gurney
May Gurney is an infrastructure services company. We are committed to helping our clients in the public and regulated sectors deliver sustainable improvements to front-line services across the UK.
We make sure that the road, utility, rail and waterways networks and public buildings are well maintained and that household waste is collected, managed and recycled. These essential maintenance services, which are based on long-term contracts, are the ones that are visible to local communities, and make a very real difference to the quality of life. They keep the country running.
Our track record in delivering great operational performance has built long-term relationships with our clients, who rely on us to support and anticipate their current needs and improve future outcomes. This focus on excellent customer service drives May Gurney.
And we never forget that our clients trust us to engage with their customers - communities and individuals - on their behalf. It's a responsibility that everyone at May Gurney takes very seriously.
May Gurney. Delivering essential services for our communities.
For more information about this release please contact Andrew Slater, Tel: 01603 727385, or Hannah Freeman at Tribe PR, Tel: 01603 417722.
The BBC presenter put his low-carbon driving skills to the test on an EcoDriving simulator at the Norfolk headquarters of Formula 1 returners, Lotus. Jake demonstrated some of the key EcoDriving principles which can improve the economy of a vehicle and result in a 20% reduction in fuel consumption.
The event marked the launch of a new EcoDriving competition for Norfolk which will take place in March at The Forum library, Norwich. It was organised by Shaping Norfolk’s Future, county’s economic development partnership, together with May Gurney, Lotus, publishers Archant Print and Norfolk County Council.
The competition is aimed at Norfolk businesses, especially those that operate a transport fleet. On 9th, 10th and 11th March, businesses will compete against each other in the EcoDriving challenge. The company that demonstrates the best green driving skills will win a track day at Lotus. Fifteen businesses and organisations have already signed up for the competition which aims to increase road safety, raise awareness of the financial savings that businesses can achieve by adopting the principles of EcoDriving and reduce transport-related carbon emissions within the county
Jake Humphrey welcomed 30 business guests to the launch event, saying: “This competition is a great way of encouraging businesses to save money and reduce their CO2 emissions. As a previous Norfolk resident, I think it is really important that we work together to ensure that it continues to be a great place to live and work.”
Ian Findlater, group business development director for May Gurney said: “Reducing carbon emissions can create substantial savings for business. May Gurney is committed to leading our industry by reducing our carbon emissions by 50% over three years, which will save our company £1 million.”
May Gurney operates a large fleet of vehicles throughout the country, delivering highways maintenance, utilities, environmental services, rail and facility services for 18 local authorities and clients in the regulated sectors.
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About May Gurney
May Gurney is an infrastructure services company. We are committed to helping our clients in the public and regulated sectors deliver sustainable improvements to front-line services across the UK.
We make sure that the road, utility, rail and waterways networks and public buildings are well maintained and that household waste is collected, managed and recycled. These essential maintenance services, which are based on long-term contracts, are the ones that are visible to local communities, and make a very real difference to the quality of life. They keep the country running.
Our track record in delivering great operational performance has built long-term relationships with our clients, who rely on us to support and anticipate their current needs and improve future outcomes. This focus on excellent customer service drives May Gurney.
And we never forget that our clients trust us to engage with their customers - communities and individuals - on their behalf. It's a responsibility that everyone at May Gurney takes very seriously.
May Gurney. Delivering essential services for our communities.
For more information about this release please contact Andrew Slater, Tel: 01603 727385, or Hannah Freeman at Tribe PR, Tel: 01603 417722.
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