Libyan Business Council Hosts French Trade Delegation in Benghazi

The Libyan Business Council (LBC), Eastern Branch, hosted a high-level French trade delegation from Business France in Benghazi yesterday.

The LBC said the trade visit represents a significant move to strengthen international economic partnerships and foster cooperation.

The delegation was led by Philippe Faresia, Regional Director for North Africa, and Salim El-Gureitli, Head of the Libya Office. The delegation included representatives from major French companies specializing in various vital sectors.

The meeting featured a comprehensive presentation on the LBC, outlining its origins, ambitious future vision, and key member companies, thereby opening the door for extensive discussion regarding available strategic partnership opportunities. The meeting paved the way for several promising partnerships between Libyan companies and their French counterparts.

The participating French delegation included several leading global names in the fields of energy, infrastructure, engineering, and sustainable development:

– Schneider Electric: A global leader in energy management, industrial automation, and solutions for energy efficiency and sustainability.

– Matière: Specialists in the design and manufacture of modular steel bridges and civil engineering structures for transport and emergency applications.

– Manitou: A leading manufacturer of handling, lifting, and excavation equipment for the construction, agricultural, and industrial sectors.

– Ragni: Providers of smart, energy-efficient public lighting solutions for cities and infrastructure.

– PR Industrie: Specializes in industrial additives, fibres, concrete solutions, and construction materials designed to enhance durability.

– HTDS: Provides high-tech equipment and solutions for security, industrial inspection, scientific research, and detection and monitoring systems.

– LDFS Group: Offers HVAC, industrial refrigeration, and technical support solutions across North Africa and globally.

– SEGITEC: Specializes in engineering, industrial maintenance, technical services, and equipment installation.

– METALU: Manufactures aluminium structures and equipment for transportation, lighting, and urban application projects.

– Wearth Group: Provides sustainable solutions for environmental management, the circular economy, and the reduction of environmental impact.

– Empeering Group & Affiliates (EMPEERING – EMP – INGE – T2A): Offers multidisciplinary expertise in project management, engineering, and urban planning for construction, education, and healthcare sectors.

– Lynxeo: Supplies advanced cables and high-performance connectivity solutions for complex and industrial environments.

– Gregori International: Specializes in landscape infrastructure, sports fields, golf courses, irrigation systems, and environmental restoration.

– Iroko Africa (Manergy Group): Provides consulting and engineering for energy and environmental transition, decarbonization, and ESG/CSR strategies.

– Bureau Veritas: A global leader in conformity assessment, inspection, certification, and ensuring regulatory compliance and safety standards.

– ARX France: Technical engineering and design, consultancy, and project management for infrastructure and civil engineering.

– Archetype Group: An international construction engineering group specializing in sustainable architecture and construction supervision.

The LBC said the meeting underscores its pivotal role in attracting high-quality investments and fostering an advanced business environment that supports the process of development and reconstruction.