A new partnership means that 80 penguins will be taken to their nests along Worcester's five-mile art trail.

Britannia Dynamic Logistics and AR Demolition have formed a partnership to provide the logistics support for the 'Great Waddle of Worcester.'

Their task is to transport the 80 sculpted penguins, known as the hospice huddle, to and from their designated spots on the art trail.

AR Demolition is no stranger to such an eccentric endeavour, having previously facilitated the transport of life-size giraffes and elephants around the county.

Phil Schiaffino, managing director for Britannia Dynamic Logistics, said: "Based at Hindlip, we’re just down the road from the hospice and it’s a charity which is close to our hearts.

"While our expertise lies in managing imports and exports globally, transporting penguins is definitely a first for the team!

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"We’ll be ensuring the hospice huddle is well cared for on its travels, so the penguins look their best at auction, and raise valuable funds to support St Richard’s care across Worcestershire."

Richard Dolman, CEO of AR Demolition, said: "We’ve loved being part of Worcester’s previous two art trails and nothing beats the looks on faces when you’re moving giant giraffes and elephants around the county!

"Most importantly of all, giving our time to St Richard’s Hospice means they can focus their funds on what matters most – the care of patients and loved ones.

"We’re very proud to be a trail logistics partner for a third year running."

Sara Matthews, business development Manager for St Richard’s Hospice also said: "We’re so thankful to have AR Demolition by our sides once again and to be welcoming Britannia Dynamic Logistics as our logistics partners.

"We know with these brrr-illiant companies on board our hospice huddle is in safe hands."

With the painting of the sculptures now completed, the countdown for the event scheduled to start on July 22, is well underway.

While all penguin statues have now been adopted, local businesses still have opportunities to contribute to this community event.

If you want to get involved you can call Ms Matthews on 01905 763963, or email smatthews@strichards.org.uk.

You can follow the great Waddle of Worcester on social media, and find out more on www.waddleofworcester.co.uk.