Proserv's cycling challenge raises funds for mental health

Participants cycled more than 600 miles and among the riders was Davis Larssen, CEO of Proserv, the global controls technology company behind the event.

Setting out from Proserv's Aberdeen headquarters on June 7, the team completed their journey at Artemis House, Great Yarmouth - the company's main site in England.

Gearing up - the riders get set to go at Proserv's Aberdeen HQ last week (Image: Submitted)

With 27 cyclists that included Proserv employees and participants from Glasgow-based technological partner Synaptec, the event saw seasoned cyclists and some who had not cycled in years together for the cause.

The cause aimed to uplift mental health awareness, encouraging open conversations around feelings.

Through the event and more in the future, the companies plan to raise £100,000 for Mental Health UK and SAMH (Scottish Action for Mental Health).

Mr Larssen said: “It is hugely satisfying to cross the finishing line after some genuine nerves on Friday morning about what lay before us – but we have worked together and have had the tremendous backing of our support team behind us, day after day and along each step of the way.

"That has been so crucial. Equally, our official supporters, of whom there are many, have contributed so much to this effort.”

The ride was in aid of Mental Health UK and SAMH (Image: Submitted)

The cycling endeavor was first proposed by Bradley Savoldelli, a team member based in Aberdeen.

He said: “This has been an incredible six days and to see the commitment of our team to train for this over many months, to come together from around the UK and overseas, to battle through the winter and get ready for this – and now we’ve done it.

“But beyond the obvious satisfaction is the knowledge that we have raised, and continue to raise, vital funds for two important charities and their critical work."