This archive report was first published on 25 June 2020.
As the Covid-19 pandemic continues to disrupt businesses worldwide, two Kenyan companies have found a way to cushion themselves against the economic downturn. Wonder Feeds and Signinon Aviation have partnered with REDAVIA, a global market leader in cost-effective and reliable solar power, to access free solar power plants for six months.
According to Wonder Feeds Managing Director Abdul Parkar, the company had upgraded its factory to accommodate its growing animal feed products business but the onset of the pandemic disrupted the business as they maintained the same prices. "When the Covid-19 crisis hit the economy, management maintained product prices for customers despite the increase of raw material costs, leaving the company with higher operating expenses," said Parkar.
REDAVIA's solar power solution has given the companies the opportunity to reaffirm their commitment as responsible corporate citizens. Siginon Aviation, a ground handling company based at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, has been proactive in engaging equipment that limits emissions of carbon fuel into the atmosphere. "During our operations, we proactively engage equipment that limits emissions of carbon fuel into the atmosphere, so the free solar power solution supports our Corporate Social Responsibility endeavor well," said Siginon Aviation group finance leader Edwin Ronoh.
REDAVIA's Chief Executive Officer and founder, Erwin Spolders, said they are committed to helping businesses reduce operation costs by donating free solar power. “We are glad to be able to make a difference for our business partners in this time of need and start win-win relationships that will last for decades," said Spolders.
Published on June 25, 2020, at 4:01 PM EAT.
