Beirut, December 9, 2024 – TotalEnergies in Lebanon is proud to announce that the team from Collège de la Sainte Famille Française – Fanar has won first place in the international finals of the VIA Road Safety Program, a key initiative of TotalEnergies Foundation.
VIA, an educational program developed by TotalEnergies Foundation aims to instill safe mobility practices among youth aged 10 to 16 years. Since its launch in Lebanon in 2022, the program has reached over 10,300 students, underscoring TotalEnergies commitment to promoting safety and sustainability in all its activities.
The Collège de la Sainte Famille Française – Fanar team demonstrated exceptional creativity and innovation throughout their journey in the program. After emerging as the winners of the Lebanese VIA edition in September, the team advanced to the semi-finals in November, where they competed against peers from France, Romania, and Senegal.
At the international finals, held in December, the Lebanese team competed against five of the world’s top teams in front of an esteemed panel of international judges. Their engaging and impactful presentation of a unique approach to promoting safe mobility secured them the title of TotalEnergies Foundation Safe Mobility Ambassadors for 2024.
As part of their award, the students – Cécilia Asmar, Marc Souaid, and Marilyne Bonard – will travel to France on an all-expenses-paid trip. They will participate in exclusive road safety workshops, cultural exchanges, and discussions with global road safety experts. This experience will deepen their understanding of road safety and empower them to serve as advocates for safe mobility in Lebanon.
Adrien BÉCHONNET, Managing Director & Country Chair of TotalEnergies Marketing Lebanon, said: “The success of the Lebanese team is a testament to the importance of initiatives like the VIA Program, which align with TotalEnergies commitment to safety and sustainability. We are proud to see our students shine on the international stage, demonstrating not only their talent but also their dedication to making a meaningful impact. Their achievement reflects the values we uphold as a Company—fostering a culture of safety and responsibility among the next generation.”
As part of its broader sustainability and corporate responsibility strategy, TotalEnergies places safety at the core of its operations. Through programs like VIA, the Company actively contributes to shaping a safer future for communities worldwide, engaging young people in life-saving education and inspiring them to become champions of road safety in their own countries.
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TotalEnergies Marketing Lebanon S.A.L., an affiliate of the multi-energy company TotalEnergies, has been present in Lebanon since 1951 with a network of more than 180 service stations across the Lebanese territory – of which 65 are powered by solar panels – and markets TotalEnergies’ high-quality fuel and lubricants locally.
Our team seeks tirelessly to apply the company know-how and expertise in serving more than 1,070 professional clients while contributing to their energy transition. We also serve around 70,000 customers who visit our stations daily to enjoy our one-stop-shop services and our Bonjour convenience stores with a wide variety of products and continuous offers.
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