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inclusive and diverse talent in the field of STEM , so we partnered with Actua , which is a camp for students and young children , hosting engagement events on university campuses . I volunteer to help students understand the world of technology and the world of cyber security . In the past year , we did exercises involving coding machines , allowing them exposure to technology ,” says Smibert . “ Some of my coworkers have invited students to come into a branch to see the heavy equipment and what a power systems engineer might do , so that they get attracted into the culture and the field of STEM .”
Looking at further opportunities , the business has also recently acquired 100 % of 4Refuel Canada and 4Refuel US . As a leading mobile on-site refueling company supporting customers across the construction , transportation , power generation and oil and gas sectors , it will provide a multitude of advantages for Finning , as more than 95 % of 4Refuel ’ s profitability is generated in Canada .
“ By having 4Refuel join us to serve customers across the different geogra-
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