Holy roller
The sight of a STILL forklift truck in one of the world’s most famous churches still comes as a surprise to many.
But recently, this has become a more familiar sight, as the truck’s driver, Giovanni, works for the Reverendae Fabrica Sancti Petri, the Fabbrica di San Pietro, also known as the Fabric of St Peter’s. Founded in 1908, it is responsible for the preservation and decoration of the world’s most important Catholic church.
The STILL truck is deployed on a wide range of tasks. “We use it a lot for masses and liturgical feasts, but also for general decorating,” Giovanni says.
The truck picks up the benches and transports them to wherever they are needed, without leaving any marks on the marble floor or disturbing the peace of the visitors.
