International SOS

On the 20th of February, at President Donald Trump’s request, the US State Department designated eight criminal networks as Foreign Terrorist Organisations (FTO). The Canadian government also designated seven transnational criminal organisations. Both governments have identified six Mexico-based cartels within these organisations. In this podcast, International SOS’ Lead Security Analyst for Mexico and Central America, Raúl Iglesias, who is based in Mexico, discusses the impact the designation will have on Mexico’s security environment, and offers his advice for organisations operating in Mexico. Listen to the podcast: https://okt.to/gdxGlv

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I am delighted to be joining Lukas Quanstrom, Jim Rudden, Dave Komendat and Jerome Pickett M.B.A., M.A. on the stage at the Ontic Summit next week in Austin, Texas. The Ontic Summit will gather hundreds of corporate security professionals and practitioners which will provide a great opportunity to dive into best practices and case studies. I very much look forward to attending and thank you for the invitation Ontic. https://lnkd.in/dV8nSMjB

As Ramadan begins this week, employers are being urged to take action to support the wellbeing of Muslim employees fasting from dawn to sunset. With around two billion Muslims worldwide observing the month-long fast, businesses are advised to offer flexibility, hydration guidance and mental health support to prevent exhaustion and productivity slumps. Dr Ryan Copeland, International SOS Regional Medical Director, shares some advice on Workplace Wellbeing Professional for employers to ensure fasting employees feel supported while maintaining productivity. Read the full article: https://okt.to/cYg4iA

As the month of Ramadan is anticipated to begin on or around 28 February, International SOS highlights the importance of prioritising both physical health and mental wellbeing during this period. Recognising the physical demands and changes in routine associated with fasting, organisations should prioritise the health, safety and overall wellbeing of their Muslim employees. Learn more: https://okt.to/m3E5VD

"The time has come for risk managers to bravely use AI to improve the tools at their disposal and profoundly change their role." Franck Baron, International SOS Group Deputy Director, Risk Management and Insurance, discusses how in-house AI systems will allow risk managers to do a better job and boost their profile. He also shared insight about the system which International SOS risk management team have developed to help capture, manage, report and analyse litigation risks facing the company worldwide. Read more on Commercial Risk: https://okt.to/GktaVX

International SOS conducted a country visit to Israel and The Palestinian Territories to validate the logistics and assess the risks. We spoke to our Security Director for Europe, Maghreb, and West and Central Africa, Adam Lakhani, and our Senior Security Specialist for Assistance, Alessio Maria Vicario, about what travellers should be made aware of when visiting. Listen to the podcast: https://okt.to/HFN2Wp

𝗜𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸𝘀 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗹𝘆? Join the International SOS Foundation’s ISO 31031 training and gain the expertise to strengthen your Travel Risk Management (TRM) programme in line with global best practices. Led by expert trainers, this interactive session will equip you with practical strategies for assessing risks and ensuring the Duty of Care for your students and staff: - Learn how to integrate ISO 31031 into your TRM framework - Develop a structured approach to trip risk assessment and response - Engage with real-world case studies and best practices 𝗗𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀 𝗼𝘂𝘁—𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆: https://okt.to/mAGQB4

🎊 Last week our team in #Angola celebrated two significant milestones: International SOS´ 40th global anniversary and the 10th anniversary of our Talatona clinic in Luanda. The event celebration included participation from key stakeholders: Dr Leonardo Europeu from the Ministry of Health, Mrs Helena Campos and Mr Domingos Francisco from the Ministry of Mineral Resources, Petroleum and Gas, Mr Braúlio de Brito, President of AECIPA, and our clients and partners in Angola. The guests witnessed our clients sharing testimonials of our collaboration and support to them, and we took the opportunity to recognise their trust in us. The event ended with the long service awards our Regional General Manager, Mr Philippe Couturier, handed our Angola team members, and a cake-cutting ceremony. Thank you to everyone who attended the event and for being part of our story in Angola and globally!

It was indeed an honour to host the distinguished team from the International French School (Singapore) at the International SOS Assistance Centre. What a privilege it was to share our mission and demonstrate the critical work we undertake each day. Your keen interest, thoughtful questions, and enthusiasm significantly enriched the experience. We are particularly impressed by your unwavering dedication to the Duty of Care for your staff and students, a commitment that aligns seamlessly with our own DNA. We look forward to strengthening our partnership in keeping students safe and healthy. #DutyOfCare #40YearsofSavingLives