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21st November 2007
Roke Rows for Children in Need
Staff at Romsey-based science and engineering company, Roke, organised an indoor rowing competition to raise money for Children in Need.
Held in Roke's onsite gym, the competition involved employees paying three pounds to row for three minutes and compete against their colleagues for the title of fastest rower. In total, Roke employees rowed 28, 831 metres in 108 minutes, raising £205.
Staff also baked a wide selection of cakes to sell at the competition which helped to draw supporters in for the rowing, with all proceeds going to Children in Need. For the more health-conscious Roke laid on cereal bars and low-fat drinks.
On behalf of Roke’s gym committee, Janine Dann, said,
"our employees are always willing to go the extra mile to raise money for charity. Events like this enable us to raise much needed money for underprivileged children as well as boosting employee health and wellbeing."
In total, Roke raised £560 for Children in Need.
Owned by Siemens and based in Romsey, Hampshire, Roke is an innovative solutions provider and contract R&D specialist. It pioneers developments in electronic sensors, networks, and communications technology, providing products and services to Siemens businesses, Government departments, and commercial customers. The company employs over 470 people. Its turnover for the financial year ending 30 September 2006 was £40.35 million.
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