Congratulations to Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) on receiving the Inclusivity Encouragement Award at the Emergency Services Foundation Diversity & Inclusion Awards for its Mobile Shower Blocks initiative. 👏🚿

Through the Next Generation Base Camp Program, FFMVic identified an opportunity to modernise critical field infrastructure and improve privacy, dignity, safety and accessibility for personnel operating in challenging environments.

Global Defence Solutions (GDS) was proud to support the initiative through the design and manufacture of five transportable shower containers, delivered in 2025.

This recognition highlights the important role infrastructure plays in supporting the people who rely on it. Safe, inclusive and fit-for-purpose facilities can make a meaningful difference to workforce wellbeing and operational effectiveness in demanding environments.

Congratulations to the FFMVic team on this well-deserved recognition and for continuing to drive positive change across Victoria’s emergency management sector.