Vivopower's Tembo Secures Definitive Order from The Safari Collection in Africa

The Safari Collection is a world-renowned luxury safari company and owner of the Giraffe Manor

This is another leading safari company in Africa that has placed an order with Tembo

The first order was from Asilia Africa announced in February 2025

Tembo's solutions selected to drive sustainable safari experiences across Kenya

LONDON, April 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VivoPower International PLC (NASDAQ: VVPR, the “Company”) is pleased to announce that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Tembo e-LV, has secured an inaugural order for its EV conversion kits from The Safari Collection, owner of luxury properties in Kenya, including the Giraffe Manor, Sasaab, Sala's Camp and Solio Lodge.

Established in 2009 by conservationists and safari entrepreneurs, Tanya and Mikey Carr-Hartley, The Safari Collection is a privately owned portfolio of distinctive luxury camps and lodges set in some of the most breathtaking locations across Kenya. Born from a deep passion for sharing the magic of Africa with the world, the company has grown into a leading name in bespoke safari experiences. With a strong focus on sustainable environmental practices and community empowerment, The Safari Collection plays a vital role in creating meaningful economic opportunities for the people of Kenya, all while preserving the extraordinary natural heritage of the region.

Tanya Carr-Hartley, Co-Founder of The Safari Collection, said: “At the Safari Collection, our commitment to preserving Kenya’s wild beauty goes hand in hand with innovation. Partnering with Tembo to electrify our vehicle fleet is a natural extension of our mission – to offer world-class safari experiences while treading lightly on the land we so deeply cherish. This is not just about mobility; it’s about sustainability, legacy, and protecting the places we love for future generations.”

Mikey Carr-Hartley, Co-Founder of The Safari Collection, said: “Our lodges are located in some of the most pristine, remote landscapes in Africa. Switching to electric safari vehicles helps ensure these extraordinary ecosystems remain intact – not only for our guests today, but for our children tomorrow. After having evaluated a number of alternative options, we decided to proceed with Tembo as their solutions were superior and more cost effective than other offerings in the market.”

Matthew Nestor, VivoPower’s Global Head of Partnerships and Sales, said: “We’re thrilled to partner with The Safari Collection, an organisation whose values of conservation, innovation, and local stewardship closely mirror our own. By electrifying their safari fleet, they’re not just leading by example in eco-tourism, but also proving that luxury and sustainability can go hand in hand, even in the most rugged environments.”

About VivoPower

Established in 2014 and listed on Nasdaq since 2016, VivoPower is an award-winning global sustainable energy solutions B Corporation company focussed on electric solutions for off-road and on-road customised and ruggedised fleet applications as well as ancillary financing, charging, battery and microgrids solutions. VivoPower’s core purpose is to provide its customers with turnkey decarbonisation solutions that enable them to move toward net-zero carbon status. VivoPower has operations and personnel covering Australia, Canada, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, the United States, the Philippines, and the United Arab Emirates.

About Tembo

Tembo electric utility vehicles (EUVs) are a 100% electric solution for ruggedised and/or customised applications for fleet owners in the mining, agriculture, energy utilities, defence, police, construction, infrastructure, government, humanitarian, and game safari industries. Tembo provides safe, high-performance off-road and on-road electric utility vehicles. Its core purpose is to provide safe and reliable electrification solutions for utility vehicle fleet owners, helping to perpetuate useful life, reduce costs, maximise return on assets, meet ESG goals and seeks to further the circular economy. Tembo is a subsidiary of VivoPower, a Nasdaq-listed B Corporation.

About The Safari Collection

Founded by Tanya and Mikey Carr-Hartley in 2009, The Safari Collection is a family-run portfolio offering immersive experiences at six unique properties in the finest locations in Kenya. The Carr-Hartleys are a family passionate about adventure, the spectacular un-spoilt wilderness areas of their home country and protecting it for future generations. It is from this pioneering spirit and love for Kenya’s wildest corners that The Safari Collection was born. The energy and passion of their dynamic team flows through everything that they do. The Safari Collection's authentic, first-hand knowledge spans the entire region to create unique, cutting-edge experiences.

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