Health support firm in shape

A healthcare and emergency support firm in Aberdeen has enjoyed a boost in turnover and struck an alliance with a global medicalandsecurity group.

International Medical Management ( IMM) said it has more than doubled its turnover in the last year to£500,000 and secured a partnership with Cega.

IMM, which provides travel and health services, said the increase in turnover came as a result of contract wins in the oil and gas, renewables and fishing industries.

IMMalso operates the only travel clinic in Aberdeen to be accredited by theMedical Advisory Service for Travellers Abroad (Masta).

The alliance with Cega, a provider of medical

“Our network has grown significantly”

and security assistance with a world-wide reach, will give energy industry clients emergency access to global trauma doctors, together with medical support from Cega’s 24hour UK response centre, IMM said.

Susan Reid, general manager at IMM said: “Despite the downturn, we have continued to grow and invest in our personnel, technology and capability to provide a unique ‘out of the box’ way of thinking on how best to provide health care for the energy industry.

“Partnering with Cega allows us to offer a holistic medical service. Cega’s multinational, multi-sectoral expertise significantly expands our network.”