53. GRSG noted that Mr. Juan Ramos Garcia was retiring after more than 16 years of service in the Vehicle Regulations and Transport Innovations Section, of which he had served 5 years as secretary to GRSG and 11 years as secretary of WP.29. GRSG thanked him for his continued support with a long applause and wished him a long and happy retirement.
54. Learning that Messrs. Masahiko Sakai and Masaaki Tanahashi (Japan) would no longer attend the sessions, GRSG acknowledged their considerable contributions to the activities of the group. GRSG wished Mr. Tanahashi a long and happy retirement, and Mr. Sakai all the best for his future activities.