Hire SA May 2017 | Page 33

Linde Material Handling SA intensifies its food rescue support O ver three million kilograms of food is distributed annually by FoodForward SA to 250,000 people who need it most. This would not be possible without the help of Linde Material Handling SA. The no fee rental of forklift trucks in Johannesburg and Cape Town and the 50% rental discount of the forklift truck in Durban by Linde, reduces the operational costs for FoodForward SA, which helps FoodForward SA maximise its reach to the beneficiary organisations who rely on them for food and grocery items. The provision of the forklifts has made FoodForward SA’s operational objectives much more achievable and creates a safe and efficient work environment. With the support of Linde Material Handling SA, FoodForward SA continues to assist disadvantaged Photographed on the day, is from left: Marcelle Brandt (STR administrator – Linde Material Handling, Cape Town), Thembelani from Food Forward SA, Mark Coles (regional manager – Linde Material Handling Cape Town), and the operator Phumlani. organisations that require the support, and through this intervention the company continues to build a brighter future for South Africa. Linde Material Handling SA provides ongoing support to FoodForward SA, the company can continue to adequately serve more than 14,5 million meals annually to 600 beneficiary organisations, at the cost of R0,86 per meal. News Donations from Linde Material Handling SA reduce operational costs for FoodForward SA, enabling the organisation to rescue more food and feed the disadvantaged across South Africa. Forklift SA 9