The recent Scottish Transaid Dinner successfully raised over £100,000 to aid vital charity work in sub-Saharan Africa.
- Held on 12 September, the event took place at Macdonald Inchyra Hotel & Spa, drawing more than 300 attendees.
- An exceptional charity auction, including an Ifor Williams tipper trailer, significantly contributed to the funds.
- The efforts were praised by notable figures, including Transaid Chair Joan Aitken.
- The dinner is poised to become a bi-annual fixture on the industry calendar, with plans underway for a 2026 event.
The Scottish Transaid Dinner, a pivotal event within the transport and logistics industry, managed to raise £100,681, an amount that underscores the sector’s commitment to charitable efforts in sub-Saharan Africa. Taking place on 12 September at the Macdonald Inchyra Hotel & Spa near Grangemouth, the event drew over 300 business leaders and friends from across Scotland, showcasing the industry’s unity and dedication towards meaningful causes.
Central to the evening’s success was the charity auction, highlighted by the sale of an Ifor Williams TT2515 tipper trailer. This unique item fetched £6,500, marking a substantial contribution to the funds collected. The auction, alongside ticket sales and sponsorships, formed the financial backbone of the night’s fundraising efforts.
Joan Aitken, Transaid Chair and former Scottish Traffic Commissioner, articulated the widespread appreciation, saying, “We’ve been blown away by the scale of support for Transaid. To see the industry come together like this demonstrates, once again, that this is a very special organisation which many people hold dear to their heart.” Her sentiments were echoed by the organisers, who were particularly grateful for the tireless work of Lynsey Craik from John Mitchell Haulage and Warehousing.
The event not only aimed to raise funds but also to provide entertainment. Sponsored by John Mitchell Haulage and Warehousing, the dinner guests enjoyed a performance by award-winning comedian Ray Bradshaw, who had recently performed at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Aiming to become a bi-annual highlight in the industry calendar, the Scottish Transaid Dinner looks towards an even grander celebration planned for September 2026. The event’s strategic partners, including the Malcolm Group and the RHA, along with numerous attendees, hope to foster an ongoing tradition of support and contribution towards Transaid’s projects.
The Scottish Transaid Dinner highlighted the transport industry’s remarkable generosity and commitment to transformative charitable work in sub-Saharan Africa.
