For the fourth time in a row, Societe Generale de Banque au Liban sponsored the “Barracks to Barracks 2015” race, organized by the Rangers Regiment, on Sunday, August 9, 2015, under the patronage of the commander of the Lebanese Army, General Jean Kahwaji. Through its participation to this race, SGBL confirms its commitment to social responsibility and its support to the Lebanese Army.
The race gathered more than 3.000 participants who chose to live the adventure entitled this year "Ranger at Heart? Join us!” Each participant was granted a bracelet wearing the race’s slogan “Ranger at Heart”. During the Awards Ceremony, Ms. Noha Abou Saad, senior manager at Societe Generale de Banque au Liban, stated: "Our participation in this race for the fourth time has become a tradition. We are proud to take part of this remarkable event that gathers civilians and military around an exceptional sports’ initiative that contributes to social development. We would like to thank the organizers, the military and civilians, the Lebanese Army leaders and the Rangers Regiment for their team spirit, their perseverance and will, who created the event and have worked on its progress and success. Thus, this event meets SGBL’s values and our new tagline: Let’s get things moving."
Ms. Abou Saad then handed a trophy of appreciation to Brigadier General Chamel Roukoz, thanking the Regiment of Commandos of the Lebanese Army for their commitment and devotion to the success of this initiative. Prizes and cedar trees were further distributed on behalf of SGBL to the winners of the different categories.