I knew John about 10 years ago and had worked with him on some European working groups.

I appreciated his professionality and quiet savoir-faire to manage agreements between parties time by time. He always expressed his point of view with impartiality and correctness.

I also remember his joy of life when he told us about his adventure during the bicycle travel London-Paris.

I have to say he’ll be sadly missed by many people.

I like to remember him with this photo where I am with John and some colleagues of WG 48 of CEN/TC 256.

My sincere condolences to John’s family and his colleagues at RSSB.

Sincerely,

Giuseppe Ragusa

Trenitalia-Direzione Tecnica

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