Speedy has opened its fourth sustainable service centre in Basildon. The new 33,000sqft facility follows the opening of a number of centres in the past 24 months - including the A+ energy-rated Milton Keynes 'Innovation Centre’ in 2021.
Selected to strengthen Speedy’s National Service Centre network, the new site will enable the company to service its London customers with its fleet of electric and hybrid vehicles supported by on-site charging facilities. The new service centre is built with energy efficiency in mind, including heating, lighting and automated shutters, reducing electricity usage by half while also reducing energy costs and carbon emissions.
“The opening of our new sustainable service centre demonstrates Speedy Hire’s continued commitment to carbon emission reduction in the supply chain. Not only can we provide our Southeast-based customers with sustainable services, but we have also created a contemporary and inspiring workplace for our people," explained Daniel Rice, managing director east.
While Speedy Hire Property Director Darren Francis added: “Our new centre’s innovative design is dedicated to enhancing our customer and colleague experience while fostering a workplace environment we can all be proud of. The seamless integration of smart features not only reduces our carbon footprint, but it provides a sustainable model for the business to build on as we work to achieve our sustainability goals.
“As the first company in the hire sector to publicly sign up to science-based targets with the aim to achieve net zero by 2040, 10 years ahead of the Government's deadline, it’s vital that our network of stores and service centres are ready for the future.”