International SOS and IOE focus on risks impacting global business

International SOS, a long-time supporter of the International Organisation of Employers (IOE), is now a partner to this globally recognised organisation that supports national business organisations in matters including international labour standards and occupational health and safety.

International SOS, the world’s leading medical and travel security risk services company, will provide medical and security expertise to support key IOE policy areas. 

Linda Kromjong, Secretary-General of the International Organisation of Employers, said: 

“As social and labour policy increasingly focuses on migration and the travel health risks and opportunities associated with this, our partnership with International SOS will serve to strengthen and further inform our position in the global debate. Well-managed labour migration is a key element for business to achieving its goals in talent management and diversity.”

The IOE convenes the largest network of the private sector employers in the world, reaching 155 business and employer organisation members. The IOE and International SOS have supported each other over the years through a number of key health and thought-leadership initiatives. During the height of the Ebola outbreak, International SOS provided educational materials to IOE for distribution to their members. Likewise, the IOE shared their expertise in the development of a global framework that guides organisations in identifying and managing risks to the safety, health and security of those travelling for their work or on international assignment. 

Laurent Fourier, International SOS Regional Managing Director for Europe, said:

“International labour mobility plays a growing role for economic growth, competitiveness and development. In addition to the standard travel health considerations related to a mobile workforce, the recent spate of emerging infectious disease outbreaks, such as Ebola and MERS-CoV, has elevated the issue of medical and security best practices for the global organisation. With the IOE, we can provide expertise to these types of issues when representing the worldwide business community in international labour and social policy forums.”

International SOS will participate on a panel discussion on International Labour Migration at the First Annual Global Employers’ Summit in Bahrain, 6 -7 October 2015. Learn more at http://www.employerssummit.com/.  

 

About the International SOS Group of Companies

The International SOS Group of Companies is in the business of saving lives, protecting your global workforce from health and security threats. Wherever you are, we deliver customised health, security risk management and wellbeing solutions to fuel your growth and productivity. In the event of extreme weather, an epidemic or a security incident, we provide an immediate response providing peace of mind. Our innovative technology and medical and security expertise focus on prevention, offering real-time, actionable insights and on-the-ground quality delivery. We help protect your people, your organisation's reputation, as well as support your compliance reporting needs. By partnering with us, organisations can fulfil their Duty of Care responsibilities, while empowering business resilience, continuity and sustainability.

 

Founded in 1985, the International SOS Group, headquartered in London & Singapore, is trusted by 12,000 organisations, including the majority of the Fortune 500, as well as mid-size enterprises, governments, educational institutions and NGOs. 12,000 multicultural medical, security and logistics experts stand with you to provide support & assistance from over 1,000 locations in 90 countries, 24/7, 365 days.   

To protect your workforce, we are at your fingertips: www.internationalsos.com

 

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