Lafarge held its shareholders’ general meeting on May, 6. This was the occasion to come back on the Group’s strategy, key events and perspectives.
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The annual general meeting was held on May 6th 2010 in Paris, chaired by Bruno Lafont. |
Maruti: people development |
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People development and evolution inside the Group is one of Lafarge's operational priorities. That is why the Group considers training as a long term investment. Maruti, in India, explains the importance of growing markets and how employees can become fully involved in the Group's successes. |
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Saïd: safety, the Group’s top priority |
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Safety is Lafarge's number 1 priority, whose aim is to reach a number of 0 accidents in a maximum of its plants and sites. Saïd, in Morocco, describes these ongoing challenges of maintaining safety and involving all employees. |
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Patrice: innovative products to build the future |
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Lafarge's innovative products such as Thermedia®, Agilia®, Chronolia®, Extensia® add real value to the Group. They enable it to be a step ahead and to distinguish itself from competitors. Read Patrice's testimony, an employee in France, who takes part in developing new products adapted to tomorrow's construction methods. |
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John: costs reduction and cash generation |
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Reducing costs and generating more cash is one of Lafarge's operational priorities, including for plants. Using alternative fuels, which are more environmentally friendly than traditional fuels, is also a challenge for cement plants. John, in the United States, discusses his experience. |
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Isabelle: innovation at the heart of the strategy |
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Lafarge places innovation at the heart of its strategy. To respond to sustainable construction challenges, the Group relies on developing new technical solutions both aesthetic and environmentally friendly. Isabelle, a researcher in France, tells her story and her passion within the Group. |
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Last update on 07/29/2010
