Speedy Hire Welcomes 5,000th Visitor to National Innovation Centre in Milton Keynes

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UK rental group Speedy Hire has marked a milestone at its National Innovation Centre in Milton Keynes, welcoming its 5,000th visitor. The facility hosts guided tours focused on sustainability, energy management, building design, and community programmes, reflecting Speedy’s broader commitment to social value and the next generation of industry engagement.

Speedy Hire Reaches Visitor Milestone at National Innovation Centre

Speedy Hire has welcomed its 5,000th visitor to its National Innovation Centre in Milton Keynes, southern UK.

The centre, which also operates as a depot, has become a focal point for showcasing the company’s sustainability strategy, energy systems, innovative building design, and community-focused projects.

Guided Tours Highlight Sustainability and Social Value

The Innovation Centre hosts guided tours designed to give visitors a practical view of sustainability in action, including Speedy’s work in:

• Energy management systems

• Sustainable building design

• Biodiversity measures

• Community engagement initiatives

The tours are led by customer experience and facilities manager Del Cleveland, who has managed the centre for four years.

More Than 2,400 Hours of Tours Delivered

Under Cleveland’s leadership, the centre has delivered more than 2,400 hours of guided tours, featuring technical and wellbeing-focused elements such as:

• Living walls

• Biodiversity installations

• Wellbeing spaces

• The Knife Amnesty turbine

• The Scouts DIY wall

Cleveland said the tours provide a tangible demonstration of Speedy Hire’s sustainability ambitions:

“Through every tour, I'm able to show how we turn our social value ambitions into real experiences for the people who visit us.”

He added:

“Guests get a real world view of sustainability at work, and it's inspiring to watch the next generation connect with the future of our industry.”

Supporting Schools, Volunteering, and Community Investment

Local schools and colleges regularly visit the centre to take part in practical sustainability activities.

Speedy Hire also contributes significantly to community support through:

• 3,500 volunteering days each year

• Investment of one percent of annual profits into charitable and community programmes

These initiatives reflect the company’s broader focus on embedding social value alongside operational performance.

About Speedy Hire

Speedy Hire is one of the UK’s leading equipment rental providers, supplying tools, plant, access equipment, and specialist services to construction, infrastructure, industrial, and utilities markets. The company has placed increasing emphasis on sustainability, innovation, and social value, supporting customers with low-emission solutions while investing in community programmes and workforce engagement initiatives.

Speedy’s National Innovation Centre in Milton Keynes serves as both a working depot and a showcase facility, demonstrating how rental operations can integrate energy efficiency, environmental responsibility, and community impact.

Website: https://www.speedyservices.com

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Speedy Hire’s National Innovation Centre?

It is a Milton Keynes-based facility that operates as both a depot and a showcase centre for Speedy Hire’s sustainability, innovation, and community programmes.

How many visitors has the centre hosted?

The centre has welcomed its 5,000th visitor, marking a major milestone in its outreach programme.

What do visitors learn during tours?

Tours highlight sustainability initiatives, energy management systems, building design features, biodiversity measures, and community-focused installations.

How does Speedy Hire support community engagement?

Speedy Hire delivers around 3,500 volunteering days per year and invests one percent of annual profits into charitable and community programmes.