Suffolk invests £3.6 million in new fire engines to support community safety

Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) has invested £3.6 million in a new fleet of fire engines to support the continued safety of communities across the county.

The 11 new standard B Type frontline appliances, which complement the existing SFRS fleet and are designed to respond to a wide range of emergencies, have been procured as part of an ongoing fleet renewal programme, which helps ensure vehicles remain reliable and up to date.

The new vehicles are currently in production and undergoing specialist fitting and testing before being delivered later this year. They are expected to enter service at fire stations across Suffolk between November and December this year.

Chief Fire Officer Jon Lacey said: “The new appliances are a vital investment. Designed around our crews’ needs, they provide the tools and technology required for a range of incidents and will ensure we are able to continue to respond quickly and effectively when our communities need us.”

Councillor Tristan Gale, Suffolk County Council’s Cabinet Member for Planning, Devolution and the Fire Service, commented: “We are proud to support Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service and recognise that ongoing investment plays a vital role in maintaining a safe, efficient and dependable emergency response across the county.”