It is with great sadness we report the untimely passing of Rowan Planterose, of this Society and a past President and long-time officer on 27 October 2024 after a trying illness. Rowan was a well-known and very highly regarded construction and engineering barrister. He will be remembered for his dedication to his clients and to the field of Arbitration Law.

We mark the sad loss of Patrick Lane last month, he was a long-time member of this Society and had a remarkable vision and a unique ability to bring people together, fostering a spirit of collaboration and shared purpose that defined his leadership. His influence extended far beyond South African arbitral circles, shaping the lives and careers of those fortunate enough to work alongside him. His legacy we will carry forward. He will be profoundly missed.

We are deeply saddened by the news of the death of Jon Miller. He was a long-standing and dedicated construction disputes Solicitor and Partner of Fenwick Elliott and a TECSA member and well-known panel adjudicator. He truly embodied the values of Excellence, Knowledge and Community, as well as his trademark of humour and selflessness. The response to his untimely passing has been a testament to the esteem in which he was held both personally and professionally. SCA sends its condolences to his family, friends and colleagues. Jon, rest in peace.

Following elections at the AGM on 28 March 2024, the Committee for the next 12 months will be Julie Forsyth (President), Simon Tolson (Hon Secretary and Hon Treasurer), David Cartwright, Christopher Dancaster, Melanie Willems, John Bishop and Philip Fidler , Hamish Lal and Gareth Ahier.