During a flight, have you ever heard, "are there any doctors on board?" Or worse, had your flight diverted due to an emergency? It is common for medical emergencies to occur in the sky, just as they do on the ground. However, the likelihood of experiencing an in-flight medical emergency is much higher than the average person might think. Did you know that MedAire's Global Response Centre receives roughly 300 calls every day? The most common medical case types include gastrointestinal, neurological, musculoskeletal, infectious/communicable, and respiratory illnesses. Essentially, MedAire saves lives in places where medical treatment is not easily accessible, whether on the deck of a yacht in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea or the galley of an aircraft 40,000 feet in the air. MedAire's expert assistance is available anytime, anywhere. MedAire, an International SOS company, is the leading provider of travel risk management solutions for aviation and luxury yachts. Whether on land, air or at sea, MedAire is available anytime, anywhere around the globe. MedAire offers 24/7, 365 days a year medical and security assistance driven by experts, best in class onboard medical kits and equipment, and crew medical and safety training. MedAire pioneered remote telemedicine and for 35 years has been continuously evolving our solutions for the complex problems of a changing and diverse world. At MedAire, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is essential to driving our business forward. Diverse and inclusive teams impact our products and services to help us better serve our clients. MedAire's global network expands over 27 Assistance Centres, 64 clinics, 90 countries, and over 100 languages spoken. Our diversity strengthens our mission to be a valuable partner by providing expert medical, security, and operational support to keep travellers and assets safe.
LONDON, JAN 29 2024 - Global yacht agency, Acquera Yachting and health and security services provider MedAire, have strengthened their support to the superyacht industry, by forming a strategic partnership. This new relationship will leverage the combined global reach of both companies to provide enhanced support to clients wherever they are in the world.
MedAire and Acquera Yachting both provide a variety of solutions for superyacht clients.
Acquera, with decades of experience as yacht agents, proactively anticipates and understands clients’ needs, serving as an exclusive link to the industry and local excellence. Acquera offers personalised services with a global perspective, focusing on human connections and innovation.
MedAire, on the other hand, is a leading provider in their field of maritime health and security, with over 35 years’ experience in the superyacht industry. They offer a variety of services including medication and equipment supply, telemedical assistance and location-based health and security risk analysis.
Steven Bates, General Manager at MedAire says “Our partnership with Acquera is a natural fit and as organisations we both pride ourselves in delivering high quality solutions to yachts. Captains and crew are notoriously time-constrained, so anything we can do to provide a more streamlined service for our shared clients can only be a positive. We look forward to seeking out further opportunities for cross-collaboration and working together with the Acquera team.”
In the initial phase, Acquera Yachting will assist MedAire in the clearance of medication orders in some of the more challenging locations. The last mile of any delivery is the most complex and Acquera’s trusted network in key yachting locations, offers yachts in their care an efficient solution. MedAire clients using Acquera Yachting will be able to rely upon their experience and expertise to ensure smooth delivery. This will improve the medical kit replenishment process, required by vessels as part of their regulatory compliance.
Stefano Tositti, CEO of Acquera says “Our partnership with MedAire is a natural consequence of Acquera’s human/client-centric approach. At Acquera, we believe our role is not just to meet but to exceed our clients’ needs by identifying and anticipating them and delivering excellent solutions in Europe and recently also Middle East. Partnering with MedAire is not only a great opportunity to enhance our service to both our clients and theirs, but also a perfect synergy, aligning seamlessly with shared values and industry perspectives.”
For media inquiries, please contact:
Luc HillMarketing Manager, MedAireM: +44 (0)7587 627 811E: luc.hill@medaire.com
Veronica GrandiMarketing Manager, AcqueraM: (+39) 338 4388 530E: veronica.grandi@acquera.com
About Acquera
With a legacy spanning over two decades, Acquera has established itself as a leading player in the yachting industry. Specializing in seamless yacht agency services, Acquera excels in providing impeccable logistics, provisioning, curated concierge experiences and much more, setting new standards for luxury at sea.
Recognized as industry pioneers, Acquera's commitment to innovation is complemented by a steadfast adherence to professionalism, guided by a visionary and responsible ethos.
Acquera operates in the Mediterranean and Middles East anticipating and understanding clients’ needs and serving as an exclusive link to industry resources.
For more information about Acquera visit: www.acquerayachting.com of follow us on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/acquera-group
About MedAire
MedAire, an International SOS Company, is a global health, security and medical assistance service used by over 50% of the world’s largest superyachts and many leading airlines and private jets.For over 35 years they have been ensuring that captains and crew are prepared, capable and confident during medical and security incidents, 24/7/365. They do this through medical kits, telemedical assistance, training, emotional support, bespoke consultations and much more.For more information about how MedAire can help you maintain a happy, healthy yacht, visit: www.medaire.com/yachts or follow us at www.linkedin.com/company/medaire
EXPERT CARE, EVERYWHERE.