MDL Marinas has taken part in a combined £3,000 donation to SERV Kent – Service by Emergency Response Volunteers – via matched funding, supporting a fundraising initiative organised by tenant Network Yacht Brokers Kent.
A cheque presentation ceremony took place at MDL’s Chatham Maritime Marina on Wednesday 16 July 2025. The event was attended by representatives from MDL Marinas, Network Yacht Brokers Kent and Gillingham Marina. The funds will support SERV Kent’s operations delivering urgent medical supplies, including blood, samples and donated breast milk, to NHS hospitals throughout Kent on a 24-hour basis.
The fundraising was led by Peter Norris, managing director of Network Yacht Brokers Kent and a volunteer driver for SERV Kent. A total of £1,000 was raised through brokerage commissions from recent boat sales. MDL Chatham and Gillingham Marina matched this amount in recognition of the collaboration between the organisations.
“At MDL Marinas, we’re proud to support good causes across the country, and we’re especially pleased to be supporting SERV Kent with this donation,” says Emma Powell, marina manager at MDL Chatham. “Our close working relationship with Network Yacht Brokers Kent has always been focused on helping people get the most out of boating – whether they’re moving up in size, down in size, or starting their journey on the water.
“It’s fantastic to now extend that partnership in a way that also gives back to the wider community, including our customers, by supporting such an essential, volunteer-led service for our local NHS hospitals.”
Tim Mayer, sales and marketing director at MDL Marinas, adds: “SERV Kent is an inspiring example of how volunteer-led organisations can make a real impact on local healthcare. We’re proud to have contributed to this important initiative, supporting a tenant-led effort that reflects the spirit of cooperation and community we value across all our marinas.”
SERV Kent relies entirely on public donations to maintain its free-of-charge service to NHS trusts. Its volunteers frequently use their own vehicles and cover their own expenses, responding to over 6,000 calls annually across the region. The charity also provides blood products to the Kent, Surrey & Sussex Air Ambulance.
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