Laurent Lafon, Eng., formerly in charge of all Babich activities in the Middle East, died suddenly on March 11. Laurent was one of my closest collaborators, and I appreciated tremendously his human and professional qualities.

Laurent was a world class expert in reinforcing steel, an accomplished organizer, a clever strategist and a leader much appreciated by his team. Along with all his work colleagues, who felt a great affection for him, I wish to express to his family, his wife Nok, and his children Alice and Louis, our most sincere condolences.