Silverlake Automotive Recycling was a main supporter of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service (HIWFRS) when they hosted the UK’s biggest and most prestigious rescue competition on 27, 28September.
Expert teams of firefighters from 28 UK fire services and three international teams came to Portsmouth and Eastleigh to take part in the United Kingdom Rescue Organisation (UKRO) ‘Festival of Rescue’.
Teams competed to test their skills and be the best across a variety of challenging scenarios.
Silverlake provided 110 salvage vehicles to be used in the Extrication Challenge, which took place over both days at Gunwharf Quays.
Allen Prebble, Managing Director at Silverlake Automotive Recycling said, “Silverlake has been supporting Hampshire and IOW Fire & Rescue Service for over a decade, supplying salvage vehicles and the use of our 10-acre site in Shedfield for their training exercises and assessments.
“When they told us they were hosting the 2024 UKRO Festival of Rescue in Portsmouth, we were 100% ready to help. This event represents a learning and development opportunity that helps firefighting professionals to keep our communities safe.”
