New fire engines on track

Public Safety MMC Michael Sun paid a visit to one of the five assembly plants based in Olifantsfontein where some of the 40 new fire engines ordered by the City are to be built.

After visiting the plant on 5 August, Sun said the City of Johannesburg had placed an initial order with the supplier for the fire engines and other fire emergency vehicles to the value of R216 million.

“This is part of the City’s first phase of the replacement programme of new fire engines,” he said.

Sun added that the service provider was a local specialised vehicle builder established 52 years ago and had vast experience and the resources in building and assembling purpose-built vehicles.

“Soon after the procurement process was completed and the purchase order placed, I inspected the assembly plant to ensure that the provider is on track with its production schedule and that the City will receive the new fire engines within the three months delivery time.

“The procurement of these fire engines are of utmost importance as our residents’ lives and properties depend on the efficient service of our Emergency Management Services. I will therefore conduct regular oversight to ensure that production is on track for speedy and efficient delivery.”

The MMC concluded that in honour of those that gave the ultimate sacrifice for the safety of others, these vehicles would be named after fallen firefighters with their names inscribed on the trucks.

“It is important that we always remember those that have given their lives for the protection of others. Especially as we are finally able to replace the fleet of aged fire engines in Johannesburg.”

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