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International SOS Clinches 'Enterprise of the Year' In The Singapore Business Awards 201001 June 2010Singapore Considered the nation’s most prestigious business accolade, it recognised International SOS’ competencies in four areas, namely: Innovation, Financial Performance/Productivity, Company Management and Contribution to the Community. International SOS pioneered a new industry, where organizations are able to fulfill their duty of care to their employees, especially to their business travelers and expatriates. They partner with International SOS to provide quality healthcare and security assistance to their globally mobile workforce anywhere around the world. International SOS medical and security solutions enable companies to mitigate risks and reduce liabilities, assuring business continuity and profitability wherever they decide to operate. Alvin Tay, Editor of The Business Times, said: “For 25 years, the Singapore Business Awards have celebrated many success stories of business leaders and enterprises. International SOS was named “Enterprise of the Year” for demonstrating foresight, leadership and strong entrepreneurial spirit. Despite the global financial crisis, it has successfully created its distinctive niche as the world's leading provider of medical assistance, international healthcare and security services. On behalf of The Business Times and DHL, we congratulate them on their achievement.” Mr Arnaud Vaissié, Chairman and CEO, International SOS said: “We are honored by this award as it recognizes and acknowledges the hard work, commitment, and passion of our teams in Singapore and around the world. I would like to share this award with all of my staff who have gone the extra mile everyday to help our members in times of need. They have made International SOS the success story it is today, synonymous with quality and innovative services.” With over two decades of experience, International SOS now owns and operates a global network of 26 alarm centers and 31 international-standard clinics in more than 70 countries, with Singapore as its worldwide headquarters. It employs over 6,000 staff of which almost 2,000 are full-time medical professionals, including doctors, nurses and pharmacists. International SOS has over 8,300 corporate clients and serves 87% of the Fortune Global 100 and 66% of Fortune Global 500 companies. Prior to receiving this award, International SOS has been bestowed with the ZDNet Asia Top50 Awards in 2006, CIO Awards 2007 – International SOS emerged as one of the best 5 companies in 2007 and further Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award for 2009. Mr Vaissié will carry the Singapore flag at the World Entrepreneur Awards, to be held in Monte Carlo on 5 June 2010.
About Singapore Business Awards Established in 1985 with the Businessman of the Year award, the SBA added the Enterprise Award, the Outstanding Chief Executive of the Year Award and the Outstanding Chief/Senior Executive (Overseas) of the Year Award. These awards have grown in stature and are recognised as Singapore’s most prestigious business accolades. The winners of SBA are decided by a panel of distinguished judges drawn from the political, business and academic fields. The objectives of the Singapore Business Awards are: • To acknowledge publicly the vital contributions made by companies and individuals to Singapore business both locally and internationally. Media Contact: |
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