We must take time to reflect on the tragic incident involving West Materials, where in France last week a truckmixer working on our behalf overturned on the public highway and collided with a car.  Tragically an eight year old boy died in the incident and his mother and sister were also seriously injured; we believe they are now recovering.  The contract truckmixer driver also injured his wrist and is suffering from shock.  An investigation team has been established to confirm the causes of the incident and the line management are continuing to support the local team at this very difficult time for all concerned.  Our thoughts are with the family of the young boy at such a tragic loss.

In the UK, roads were shut in Bardon after a cement truck (not part of the CEMEX business) overturned and emptied five tonnes of cement onto the carriageway. Thankfully, no one was hurt but this incident reminds us of the high risk of the work we do.

Teams are asked to take a moment to reflect on these incidents and remind themselves why we must always put safety first, for the sake of ourselves, our families and others.