COUNTRY FOCUS : KENYA
Electrifying Z Boskovic ’ s fleet , positions them well within Kenya ’ s consumer landscape , with increasing demand for greener , more sustainable travel .
The presence of IT infrastructure players such as Arista Networks , Atos , Cisco Systems , Dell Technologies , and others has led to the availability of advanced IT infrastructure in Kenya ’ s data centre market . In September 2023 , Olkaria EcoCloud Data Centre selected Sudlows Consulting to provide consultancy services for its new data centre in Olkaria , Kenya .
Kenya ’ s data centre market has seen investments from local and foreign operators such as Digital Realty , Africa Data Centres , MTN , and Telkom Kenya . The rising adoption of cloud-based services is propelling the growth of retail and wholesale colocation services in the market . The market is seeing increased demand for colocation spaces .
The government has actively promoted SEZs to stimulate economic growth and provide favourable business conditions for data centre operators . In October 2023 , the government of Kenya decided to add five more SEZs : Sagana , Thika , Nakuru , Eldoret , and Busia .
Professional services
In March this year , Del Monte Kenya , announced a strategic partnership with G4S Kenya Limited , a global leader in security solutions , to reinforce security efforts within its operations . G4S Kenya will deploy approximately 270 security professionals who have undergone extensive training .
The training curriculum emphasizes real-life scenarios , de-escalation techniques , and the minimum use of force , with refresher courses scheduled every six months to foster continued ability . All security officers have undergone thorough vetting processes to promote the highest standards of professionalism and integrity .
As part of the partnership , all security operations will be outsourced to G4S Kenya . Del Monte Kenya is committed to ensuring that this transition is executed with precision and effectiveness , prioritising the safety and integrity of its operations and personnel .
In 2021 , G4S , a London-based global security company , was acquired by Allied Universal , a security and facility services company that provides initiative-taking security services and innovative smart technology to deliver tailored , integrated security solutions . This acquisition expands Allied Universal ’ s footprint and infrastructure on a global and local level .
In February this year , the Centre for Teacher Accreditation , CENTA , the world ’ s largest platform for teachers , brought CENTA International Teaching Professionals ’ Olympiad , International TPO to Kenya . This prestigious global competition , currently in its 9th edition , attracts educators from over 70 countries , rewarding and recognising outstanding teachers .
To encourage teachers from Kenya to invest in their own learning and professional growth , CENTA has announced more cash prizes worth KES 145,000 for the Kenya-CENTA International TPO , the national prelims scheduled to be held online on Saturday , March 23 , 2024 . The CENTA Community in Africa includes over 50,000 teachers , with a rapidly expanding footprint in Kenya .
Sustainability and conservation
Surf Air Mobility , a company that aims to transform regional flying through electrification , and Z Boskovic Air Charters , a provider of private charters , safari , freight , and corporate travel in Kenya , have entered into an agreement to upgrade Z Boskovic ’ s current and future fleet of Cessna Caravans with Surf Air ’ s proprietary electrified powertrain technology once certified .
Kenya is a global leader in sustainability and environmental protection , and Z Boskovic ’ s commitment to helping lead the air mobility industry forward shows the immediate and practical applications for Surf Air ’ s electrified powertrain technology .
Z Boskovic currently uses 13 Cessna Caravan , making them Kenya ’ s largest charter operator of Cessna Caravan , and intends to add two more Caravan aircraft to their fleet by the end of 2024 .
Surf Air ’ s fully electric and hybrid electric powertrains are targeted to reduce direct emissions by 100 % and up to 50 %, respectively . As a top safari air operator in Kenya , Z Boskovic ’ s commitment to environmental protection is at the core of their business . By substantially lowering the carbon emissions of their Caravan fleet , Z Boskovic believes they can better deliver on their mission of protecting Kenya ’ s natural ecosystem while being a responsible steward of the country ’ s wildlife .
Electrifying Z Boskovic ’ s fleet positions them well within Kenya ’ s consumer landscape , with increasing demand for safari and adventure trips along with a greater demand for greener , more sustainable travel .
Surf Air plans to make the path to electrified aircraft adoption a simple process for operators to upgrade at a cost similar to regular engine overhauls , while increasing the time between later overhauls compared to combustion engines . p
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