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We’re proud to introduce the four recipients of our Level 4 ATHE Award in Travel Risk Management scholarship: Mohammad Shafi Waris, Deborah Nwaukwa, Allan Kyeyune, and Daisy Barnham Selected from a highly competitive global pool, these individuals represent not only exceptional talent, but also the diverse perspectives that are essential...

The Moment of Maximum Vulnerability Crisis disruption does not simply strand travellers. It creates the conditions in which they are most susceptible to manipulation. When flights are cancelled, rebooking queues are overwhelmed and official guidance is fragmented, travellers do what comes naturally: they search for help, they post on social...

As we wrap up another remarkable year, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your continued support. With the festive season in full swing, we’re excited to share our end-of-year review - highlighting key moments and milestones, along with a few updates and warm wishes as we head into...

Andrew Lowe of BP becomes the World’s First Graduate of the Travel Risk Academy ATHE Level 4 Qualification in Travel Risk Management. We are proud to announce a major milestone: Andrew Lowe, Travel Risk Manager at BP, has become the first person to achieve the Travel Risk Academy Level 4...

Do Organisations including, Security Managers Forget About Medical Assistance? Is that an insightful or inflammatory question?  TRA Mentor Thierry Montrieux gives us his considered opinion and some trips on addressing it if the answer is anything other than NO.Security managers focus heavily on threats like theft, violence, cyberattacks, or physical...

TRA Guide to Travel Optimization At the Travel Risk Academy, we frequently discuss the importance of optimizing travel programs. In fact, our annual summit is dedicated to this very topic. But what exactly do we mean when we talk about Travel Optimization Management (TOM)? In this article, we’ll unpack the...

Bridging Silos in Travel Risk Management: 5 Key Steps to Keep Employees Safe As companies expand globally, the need for a solid travel risk management programme becomes more critical. Yet, establishing this programme can be challenging, especially when departments like People Management, Vendor Management, Corporate Mobility, and Security have their...

Creating a Travel Risk Management Policy A comprehensive Travel Risk Management (TRM) policy should include several key elements to effectively mitigate risks, ensure traveller safety, and meet duty of care obligations. Below are the critical components that a TRM policy should include:  Purpose and Scope * Define the purpose of...