EcoManager, 21st Century’s fuel saving and safety device for drivers, has won yet another award.
Arriva Wirral has won the Environmental Award at the annual Wirral Investment Network (WiN) Awards because of the environmental benefits seen by the company since the installation of EcoManager to the company’s fleet of buses.
The judges awarded the annual prize because of the company’s commitment to protecting the environment through the introduction of EcoManager. Special focus was placed on the innovative approach to reducing emissions and saving fuel.
Arriva demonstrated to the judges that by utilising EcoManager’s driver’s aid, drivers could adjust their driving techniques to improve fuel economy and emissions. The objective of the scheme is to improve fuel efficiencies by 4% or more, to embrace greener driving practices through awareness, and to reduce the carbon footprint.
Paul Rogers, Director of Sales and Marketing for 21st Century Technology Solutions, comments: “We are delighted that EcoManager has again been the cornerstone of efficiency and safety improvements for Arriva and their environmental aims and objectives have been recognised and rewarded.”
The EcoManager system has also been instrumental in another set of awards for Arriva. Data from the system was used to identify five Arriva drivers who have adopted the most economic, smooth and safest driving style over the last twelve months. They were presented with ECO Driver of the Year Awards at Arriva’s annual Make A Difference (MAD) Awards, sponsored by 21st Century.
EcoManager has been in use on Arriva buses for several years and has helped cut fuel consumption by 12%. Passengers have also reported improved journey experiences, and even accident rates have been reduced.
Paul Rogers, Director of Sales and Marketing for 21st Century Technology Solutions, comments: “This is the second time we have sponsored the MAD Awards and we are delighted to be involved again. The Awards are a celebration of Arriva’s ongoing commitment to its drivers and passengers.”
The winning drivers were (pictured from left to right in the photograph with Finance Manager of Arriva Shared Services North, Lesley White):
Nigel Bastow, Castleford Depot
Chris Halloran, Selby Depot
Darryl Sharpe, Wakefield Depot
Keith Blackburn, Heckmondwike Depot
Ken Wood, Dewsbury Depot