Rowley ready for ‘Walking the Sahara Desert’ challenge
Executive director of the NBRA and VBRA Martyn Rowley will be Walking the Sahara Desert next month to raise valuable funds for automotive charity Ben.
He is joining 10 other industry colleagues to take part in the five-day, 100km Industry Leader Challenge across Morocco.
Walking the Sahara Desert will see five automotive teams trekking up to 10 hours a day in temperatures above 35 Deg C, each raising at least £20,000 for the automotive charity.
Rowley said: “On 26 February I’ll embark on a life-changing challenge – walking 100km across the Sahara Desert to raise funds for Ben, the incredible charity that supports so many within the motor trade. This five-day trek through Morocco’s breathtaking yet unforgiving landscape will be a true test of endurance, with peaks, gorges, dunes, and oases along the way. At night, we’ll sleep under Africa’s star-strewn skies and experience traditional Berber hospitality.”
Walking the Sahara Desert
He will be joined on the adventure by Karen Jakes, group product manager, automotive and repair at Thatcham Research.
Rowley said:
“We’ve already raised an incredible £12,000, but our goal is £20,000. Now, I’m reaching out to our fantastic industry for support. Every contribution counts – whether it’s a donation to our fundraising page or simply sharing this post to spread the word. Your support means the world to us and will help BEN continue its vital work, quietly making a huge difference for those in need.”
Also taking part in Ben’s Walking the Sahara Desert Trek are:
- Stuart James, RMIF director; Kevin Flinn, RMIF chair and Rob Collison, IGA chair and Peter Whieldon, independent garage owner and photographer.
- Neil Grant, managing director and Spencer Grinham, sales director – Hella Limited.
- Melanie Lowe, European finance director and Chris O’Rourke, managing sirector – LKQ Euro Car Parts.
- Ian Leedham, European vice president compliance, legal & public affairs and Dave Brookfield, vice president human resources Europe – LKQ Euro Car Parts.
- Karen Jakes, group product manager, automotive & repair at Thatcham Research and Martyn Rowley, executive director at National Body Repair Association.
