Engine manufacturer Scania UK has partnered with the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI).

The three-year partnership builds on Scania’s existing support for the RNLI’s vehicles, which use Scania Power Solutions engines. These include both the RNLI’s Shannon Class all-weather lifeboat and the Shannon Launch and Recovery System (SLARS).

The partnership will also see Scania UK support the charity’s ongoing operations through fundraising activities across its UK business.

The announcement comes the same week the volunteer-led organisation commemorated its 200th anniversary, revealing it has saved over 146,000 lives to date.

RNLI Duke of Edinburgh 1

RNLI Duke of Edinburgh.

Considered the fourth Emergency Service, the RNLI operates 449 lifeboats from 238 stations and provides a seasonal lifeguard service on around 240 beaches.

“We recognise the importance of the RNLI’s work keeping people safe at sea, which is why it’s a privilege to partner with such an organisation,” says Chris Newitt, managing director for Scania UK.

“To celebrate your bicentenary is some achievement, and at Scania, we can play our part in helping the RNLI save lives for another 200 years, through fundraising and continued support.”

Jamie Chestnutt, RNLI director for engineering and supply, adds: “Scania and the RNLI’s longstanding supplier relationship is a testament to the partnership we have built today.

The Shannon class lifeboat Jock and Annie Slater 13-01 launch and recovery trials with the Supacat launch system at Studland, Dorset.

A Shannon class lifeboat with the Supacat launch system at Studland, Dorset.

“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 out our lifesaving capacity for another 200 years.

“We’re delighted to extend the scope of our relationship and look forward to furthering operational efficiencies and understanding sustainable powertrain development while championing the work we both do on and off the water, and our commitment to saving lives at sea.”

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