ESG in action: Alexander Knight & Co. becomes official sponsor of railway station
Having been awarded our ESGmark® certification back in 2021, MGI Worldwide is proud to have several of our member firms following in our footsteps.
We are even more excited to see that after gaining its own ESGmark® certification, Alexander Knight & Co., has been actively contributing and giving back to the local community.
Historic Hale station
With its head office located directly above the railway line in Hale, near Manchester, Alexander Knight & Co. is pleased to have been named the official sponsor of Hale railway station, one of the area’s most recognisable landmarks. Beyond financial support, the team has committed time and energy into working with the station's custodians. Together, they are improving the station environment, enhancing the passenger experience, and strengthening community engagement.
This initiative underlines the firm’s belief that businesses have a responsibility to improve shared spaces. Through its investment in Hale station, Alexander Knight & Co is helping to nurture civic pride in a landmark that has served the community for over 160 years, while also promoting sustainable transport, preserving local heritage, and fostering community spirit.
Giving back
For Alexander Knight & Co, giving back means using its skills, resources, and local presence to create real impact. As founder Murray Patt explains:
“Giving back means recognising that we are part of the wider community, not just a business operating within it. Hale station is a focal point of daily life in our village and a landmark our colleagues, clients and neighbours rely upon. By supporting and improving this space, we’re proud to show our commitment to the community and to making a visible, positive difference. For us, giving back is about responsibility, pride, and investing in the places where people come together.”
Alex Hornby, Commercial & Customer Director at Northern Rail, adds:
“The support from Alexander Knight & Co will help us to make Hale station even more welcoming for the customers that use it and ensure it remains a source of pride for the local community.”
Alexander Knight & Co.’s sponsorship of Hale station demonstrates how small, visible actions can make a big difference. It also reflects a wider commitment within MGI Worldwide to building stronger, more sustainable communities.
Find out more
Read more about MGI's ESG journey HERE or reach out to Nicki Lynn for more details.
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