STAFF from a Northwich firm completed a triathlon to raise money for North West Air Ambulance after they helped their colleague following a motorbike accident.
Almost a third of the Able Systems’ workforce took part in the Cheshire Triathlon, held at Nantwich Pool and Barony Park, to coincide with the company’s 35th anniversary.
Comprising a 500m swim, 20k bike ride and 5k run, the challenge raised more than £1,100 for the North West Air Ambulance, with further donations expected to come in over the coming weeks.
Colleagues chose to raise funds for North West Air Ambulance after it helped their friend Deon Zwanepoel who was involved in a motorcycle accident last year.
Managing director Derek Way completed the swim leg for R eady, Willing and Un-Able.
He said: “The Air Ambulance carries out life-saving work every day, helping to ensure those who need urgent medical treatment get to hospital as soon as possible.
“When Deon was injured, the Air Ambulance was on the scene straightaway, transporting him to the Royal Stoke University Hospital.
“The care he received from the ambulance service was second-to-none and we couldn’t think of a more inspirational charity to keep us going.”
To make a donation to the Able Systems triathlon team visit justgiving.com/fundraising/Able-Systems-Ltd.
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