LARIMAR GROUP
AFRICA from building strong links with Microsoft , the group has also rolled out the latest CAT6 Local Area Networking ( LAN ) systems and has also implemented a dedicated hot disaster recovery site .
Responsible Business Larimar ’ s competitive strategy also seeks to ensure that the company extends the efficient practices it has demonstrated though its ISO 9001 accreditation towards becoming environmentally sustainable in compliance with the globally recognised ISO 14001 certification . No small part of this strategy focuses on fighting the case for buses as a sustainable mode of transport . Pisapia noted that Larimar was already taking a major step towards this goal , he said : “ We are looking into using low sulphur diesel , switching to 50 parts per million down from 500 , which will give our buses lower emissions .” The group is supplementing this initiative by upgrading to Euro 4 and 5 buses .
Pisapia was proud of his company ’ s track record when it came to supporting its staff , he said : “ I strongly believe that we look after our
Larimar has rolled out LAN systems
It is also making strides in sustainability
“ Perhaps the most notable of Larimar ’ s associations is its contract with the South African government ; a deal that saw over 900 brand new buses rolled out between 2005 and 2009 ”
– Franco Pisapia
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