CONNEX Assistance Joins International Assistance Group as Assistance Partner for Saudi Arabia

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia - June 12, 2025 - PRLog -- CONNEX Assistance, a leading provider of medical and travel assistance services across the Middle East and Africa, is proud to announce its official inclusion in the International Assistance Group (IAG) as the Assistance Partner representing Saudi Arabia.

The CONNEX Assistance office in Riyadh will now serve as IAG's official Assistance Partner for Saudi Arabia, delivering high-quality, on-the-ground medical and travel support in one of the world's most dynamic and rapidly growing destinations. Propelled by the Kingdom's Vision 2030, one of the most ambitious national development agendas globally, Saudi Arabia is emerging as a leading hub for tourism, investment, and international events and CONNEX Assistance is strategically positioned to service clients across the country.

With a well-established presence in the region for more than 25 years, CONNEX Assistance brings to IAG a proven track record of delivering complex assistance solutions in challenging and diverse environments. Serving hundreds of global clients including leading international insurers and assistance companies, CONNEX Assistance combines local expertise with regional reach to deliver cost-effective, efficient, and life-saving services.

"Saudi Arabia's ambitious and rapid transformation plan has unlocked extraordinary opportunities in both tourism and healthcare" said Lara Helmi, Managing Director of CONNEX Assistance. "As the country welcomes more visitors, investors, and international events, the need for highly responsive and reliable medical assistance is more critical than ever. Joining IAG strengthens our ability to serve this growing demand, while reinforcing our commitment to international standards and collaboration" she added.

The International Assistance Group is the world's largest alliance of independent assistance companies and accredited providers, representing a network of trusted partners in over 200 countries and territories. As a member, CONNEX Assistance joins a global alliance of vetted partners with shared best practices, and operational synergies, all of which will further enhance the quality and scope of support available to CONNEX Assistance clients within Saudi Arabia, and beyond.

"We are delighted to welcome CONNEX Assistance into our network," said Louise Heywood, General Manager of IAG. "Their deep regional expertise, operational excellence, and established presence in Saudi Arabia make them an ideal partner as we expand our footprint in the Middle East."

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About CONNEX Assistance
CONNEX Assistance is the leading provider of medical and travel assistance solutions across the Middle East and Africa. With operational offices in Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and UAE, CONNEX Assistance supports hundreds of global clients in a large and diverse region including in Egypt, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Jordan, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Iraq, Turkey, Angola, Cote d'Ivoire, Djibouti, Kenya, Senegal, and Tanzania.  The company services inbound travelers to this region, and outbound travelers worldwide.  Visit www.connexassistance.com for more details.