Each year, the renowned French society of engineers ‘Ingénieurs Arts et Métiers’, recognises an outstanding member of its community for their achievements. Frédéric Lissalde was chosen as the winner of this year’s Nessim Habif award in honour of his international professional accomplishments in the automotive industry. He joins the likes of Robert Oppenheimer and Jean-François Dehecq, who are among the previous winners of this award.
Lissalde, President and CEO, BorgWarner felt honoured to have received such recognition. He also expressed that The Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Arts et Métiers has provided him with a solid foundation for a successful and diverse career. In his thanking speech , he encouraged the youth to always strive for excellence in all aspects of their lives, whatever path they may choose.
The award ceremony was held in collaboration with the French industry associations Club Auto and Cercle La Rochefoucauld on March 6 at the Hotel des Arts et Métiers in Paris. High-ranking representatives from science and industry attended the event, which was opened with a speech by Frédéric Lissalde. Since the Nessim Habif award was established back in 1962, it has been awarded to more than 35 personalities from the world of science and industry.