Our Partners
We are focused on our partners and customers. We operate across a number of countries and cultures. Our solutions are intended to be managed by local people so that the skills we build stay in country. We work to highlight the benefits of basic transport solutions. We recognize that there is more impact through sharing our knowledge than through trying to work single-handedly.
Churches
We like to help them. They serve & love people and the BUV can assist. As our early adopters, churches and mission groups are the reason BUVs serve in so many countries. (33)
Impact Investors
They are the lifeblood of new BUV factories and new trucking businesses. We cherish their patient capital and the wisdom that the angels bring.
Factory Owners
We desire local ownership from the beginning. Factory owners have aligned values and are expected to become majority owners.
Truck Drivers
They provide for-hire transport services as an owner-operators (or with a fleet of of up to 8 vehicles). These operators helped us upgrade the BUV into a commercial vehicle for INCOME.
Why we work with local partners?
We know that investing in the local workers and community is the best way to create long-term impact. Our partners have years of experience and local knowledge to produce quality products… one vehicle at a time. While BUV raises funds and develops designs, our partners drive the business day to day, and serve the end-users, day to day.
What is our relationship with partners?
We are responsive and hands-on. Without our partners around the world and their dedicated staff, our work would not be possible. Our team communicates with our partners almost every day to track progress and troubleshoot challenges. When we visit the field, our partners go along with us to visit the drivers and customers (they also visit them when we are not there).
What do we expect from our local partners?
We expect our partners to work closely with local communities, leaders, governments, mechanics, and suppliers to accomplish lasting change. Our partners share our values and our vision of simple vehicles helping people.
