Basel Switzerland
October 13, 2008
It is with great sadness that the
Syngenta Board of
Directors and Executive Committee announce the death of Heinz
Imhof, former Chairman of the Board of Syngenta AG. Heinz Imhof
passed away in Geneva on October 10, aged 66, after a long and
serious illness. He led the Syngenta Board from its creation in
November 2000 until his resignation in 2005.
After reading Agronomy at the ETH Zurich, Heinz Imhof joined
Sandoz. His distinguished international career culminated in
nomination to the company’s senior management. Following the
merger to form Novartis, Heinz Imhof initially became Head of
Seeds. He subsequently took over the entire agribusiness and
joined the Novartis Executive Committee.
The highpoint of his career was election to the Chairmanship of
Syngenta AG, formed by the merger of the Novartis and
AstraZeneca agro divisions in 2000. Heinz Imhof’s business
foresight and untiring commitment made possible the new
company’s successful launch. Under his leadership the strategic
foundations were also laid for today’s strong performance
worldwide.
“The Board, Executive Committee and all employees are all deeply
indebted to Heinz Imhof. We have lost a fine personality and a
good friend, who will be remembered with great honor. We extend
our heartfelt condolences to his wife Jacqueline, their children
and grandchildren”, said Martin Taylor, Chairman of the Board. |
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