The DPC is delighted to welcome the Grosvenor Estate as its latest associate member. The Grosvenor Estate is responsible for a range of activities on behalf of the Grosvenor family (headed by the Duke of Westminster) and Grosvenor Estate Trustees, in addition to the management of four rural estates in the UK.
William Kilbride, Executive Director of the Digital Preservation Coalition said “I am delighted to welcome The Grosvenor Estate as our newest associate member as it is another step towards broadening our collaboration within the business community. The Grosvenor Estate is involved in a range of activities including property management, rural land management, insurance, charitable giving, and management of a fine art collection, so these diverse elements will add to the range of expertise within our current membership base.”
Alex Hodge from the Grosvenor Estate added “As well as maintaining a historic archive collection, we also aim to ensure that digital information is preserved and accessible into the future for generations to come. We are keen to advocate the importance of digital preservation throughout our organisation and the rural estate sector.”
More information about the Grosvenor Estate can be found on their website: http://www.grosvenorestate.com/activity/family-investment-office.aspx