A long association with ECTA is coming to an end

Looking back at this specific period of 33 years I am leaving with a feeling of satisfaction over some important accomplishments. SQAS itself with all its aspects and program components, Industry Best Practice Guidelines, Workshops, HSSE promotional activities, many other activities and recently the introduction of RC Webinars proved to be challenging and interesting. Never a dull moment in 33 years – not many colleagues can say that.

Of course, I realize that the major factor in this long period of interesting work was the opportunity I had to meet motivated, intelligent and passionate people. Representatives from chemical producers, logistics companies, other associations and many others were able to create a working relationship based on common HSSE goals – and they allowed me to be part of it. I am very grateful to all these people over the years. And I apologize if during some meetings over the years I disturbed some colleagues by using 4-letter words. It was always intended to wake up people in such a way and to shock them into trying to be better able to think outside the box. Health and safety sometimes needs more than diplomacy.