Carlos Esnard Joins Bureau Veritas as Chief Financial Officer for the North American Division

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Oct. 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Bureau Veritas is pleased to announce that Carlos Esnard has joined the company as chief financial officer for the North American Division. Mr. Esnard will be responsible for: developing and implementing a management strategy to ensure all controls and standards regarding the company's financial plans and accounting practices are met; managing current business relationships to assure continued fiscal success; overseeing cash flow and forecasting responsibilities; and developing business plans and operating budgets that accelerate the company's merger and acquisition activities.

"We are very pleased to have Carlos join our executive team as we continue our expansion in the North American market," stated Pedro Guimaraes, CEO of Bureau Veritas North America, Inc. "His strategic financial leadership is a valuable asset we can leverage to help  Bureau Veritas meet the aggressive growth goals of our 2015 plan."

Mr. Esnard joins Bureau Veritas with over 16 years of experience. He previously held senior management positions within several operating units of Ryder Systems, Inc., including his most recent position, group director of finance. Mr. Esnard also garnered extensive international controller experience with Ryder Systems, Inc. and former employer United Technologies in South America, Mexico, the Caribbean, and the Far East.

"I am honored to be a part of the Bureau Veritas team," said Esnard. "It is exciting to join such a dynamic organization as the company continues to amplify its position and expand market share in North America."

Mr. Esnard earned his Bachelor's degree in accounting from Florida International University and an MBA in international business from the University of Miami. He also holds a Certified Public Accountant certificate.

Bureau Veritas is a global company, founded in 1828, specializing in quality assurance, health, safety, and environmental (QHSE) services.  With over 4,000 QHSE professionals in over 80 offices across the United States, and global operations in over 900 offices in 140 countries, Bureau Veritas develops solutions that contribute to risk prevention and performance improvement to help private and public organizations create long-term value through our technical and regulatory expertise.

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