While aircraft hijacking does not hit the headlines to the same degree that it did in the 1970s, it still remains a risk, even though increased security measures since the attacks of 9/11 have reduced the threat. However, amid the continuing uncertainty of world security and the war on terror, corporations and companies with international operations and employees traveling regularly must remain aware of the threat.
While these types of incidents will be controlled by sovereign governments, and commercial enterprises will be unable to influence the outcome, they are in a position to help mitigate the impact on the families of their employees who may be caught up in such an event. Understanding that an aircraft hijacking will develop under the spotlight of today’s 24-hour mainstream news channels, being able to ensure that families have the correct information and analysis of events will help both the families and co-workers to come to terms with what has occurred. In addition, having a dedicated response consultant providing advice to your management team will assist in ensuring that the families’ logistical requirements are not neglected and can help with internal communications to reassure employees that the company is carrying out its duty of care to those employees caught up in the event.
ASI Global’s team of consultants, many of whom have experience with aircraft hijack response, are ready to respond to clients confronted with an aircraft hijacking and can provide immediate and invaluable telephonic advice as soon as they are contacted. ASI Global’s experience shows that those companies that have used response consultants to provide information, advice, and logistical support on the ground will increase their standing among their employees when those staff members who have been hijacked are re-united with loved ones.
If you want to know more about ASI Global’s capabilities and how ASI Global can support your organization, or if your company is already involved in such a situation and you require immediate advice, please contact responders@asiglobalresponse.com