Suez CEO 'Prepared' for Coronavirus in Europe

The video discusses the impact of the coronavirus on business operations, particularly in China and Europe, and the measures taken to ensure service continuity. It covers the company's asset disposal plan amidst market turbulence, the implications of Brexit on UK operations, and the company's commitment to environmental policies. The video also highlights the company's ESG positioning and strategic evolution towards supporting environmental and climate transitions.

What was the primary impact of the coronavirus on the company's operations in China?

• Expansion of operations

• Introduction of new services

• Shutdown of most activities

• Increased demand for services

What is the company's approach to handling additional costs due to the coronavirus?

• Ignoring the costs

• Reducing service quality

• Passing costs to customers

• Most costs are insured

How does the company plan to handle asset disposal amidst stock market turbulence?

• By halting all disposals

• By increasing the number of assets for disposal

• By disposing assets at any available price

• By ensuring assets are disposed at the correct value

What is the company's stance on potential changes in UK environmental policies post-Brexit?

• They plan to exit the UK market

• They foresee no change in direction

• They expect significant policy changes

• They anticipate reduced demand for services

What is the company's plan for its UK operations in light of waste management challenges?

• Exiting the UK market

• Investing in waste-to-energy infrastructure

• Reducing waste management services

• Focusing on landfill solutions

How is the company recognized in terms of ESG performance?

• Part of the GSI index for 11 years

• Recently included in the GSI index

• Not recognized in any index

• Ranked low in the GSI index

What strategic shift is the company making to enhance value creation?

• Expanding into new markets

• Reducing environmental initiatives

• Moving from volume to value

• Focusing solely on water treatment