Darley has reported major new contracts and leadership updates in its latest issue of Inside Darley.
Among the notable contracts is a $2.8 billion, 10-year agreement with the U.S. Department of Defense to provide firefighting equipment to military personnel globally.
The company also won a contract with Sourcewell, further expanding its partnerships in firefighting services.
Additionally, Darley introduced its new Chief Financial Officer, Lee Wise, who brings extensive experience from companies such as Rockwell Collins and Brunswick.
Wise most recently led a $2 billion distribution company, and Darley expressed confidence in his ability to lead the company’s financial operations.
Darley highlighted its internal successes, reporting the second-highest employee engagement scores in over 25 years.
This achievement, according to Darley, reflects the positive environment and dedication of its employees.
The company thanked its team members for their continued support and hard work.
The report also noted Darley’s strong presence in the defense sector.
The company ranked 48th among the top defense contractors in 2023, with $953 million in sales.
Darley credited its defense team for its contributions and ongoing efforts to serve military clients.
The company’s update covered broader industry trends, including a report by the Fire Apparatus Manufacturers Association showing a decline in new orders for fire apparatus.
Orders were down 18% year-over-year for the second quarter of 2024, returning to pre-pandemic levels.
Darley advised fire departments to consider future apparatus purchases, noting long delivery times extending into 2029.
Darley also announced its upcoming pump school event, which will take place from October 8 to 10 at its Chippewa Falls, WI facility.
The free training is open to fire departments and other interested parties.
Darley shared alarming statistics from the Bureau of Land Management on wildfire activity in North America.
The number of wildfires in 2024 has increased by over 3000% compared to last year, with more than 5,000 fires burning across the country and nearly 1,000,000 acres affected.
The company expressed solidarity with the firefighters battling these blazes, many of whom rely on Darley equipment, including customers such as Cal Fire, the US Forest Service, and the Bureau of Land Management.
Darley has secured a $2.8 billion contract with the Department of Defense to provide firefighting equipment over the next 10 years.
The company also announced new contracts with Sourcewell and welcomed Lee Wise as its new Chief Financial Officer.
Darley reported strong employee engagement scores and highlighted its position as the 48th top defense contractor in 2023.
The company addressed industry-wide declines in new fire apparatus orders and promoted its upcoming pump school in Wisconsin.
Additionally, Darley shared concerning wildfire data, with fire activity up 3000% across North America, impacting 1 million acres.
