Gyro Neon has been a family-owned business near Beirut’s port since the 1950s. Founder Gerard was a renowned neon-lighting specialist; now his daughter Nathalie runs the shop, even amid the pandemic and Lebanon’s deep economic crisis.
In the August 2020 explosion, the workshop where most of Gyro Neon’s work happens completely collapsed, and Nathalie was forced to close.
With support from partner DKH Germany, IOCC assessed and repaired this small business. Repairs included rebuilding the workshop’s walls, installing a new steel roller door and windows, repairing electricity and fixtures, and more.
“IOCC extended a helping hand to us and was so kind to help us when we were hopeless,” said Nathalie. “Now, the store is back to what it looked like before.”
In response to the Beirut explosion, IOCC has repaired hundreds of buildings, including homes, small businesses, schools, health clinics, and a hospital, helping the people of Lebanon’s capital rebuild their lives and communities.
