Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

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NYA International Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Crisis Prevention and Response Services1

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Effective risk management begins with a comprehensive understanding of the threat and an organisationrsquos vulnerability and the application of appropriate mitigation measures

Operating in challenging and high-risk environments

The security situation in many countries can quickly deteriorate putting both business operations and company executives and their dependents at risk

Kidnap for ransom is most prevalent in areas with a high disparity of wealth active criminal and terrorist groups under-resourced or inefficient law enforcement and high levels of corruption Accurate global statistics do not exist because many incidents go unreported however sources cite tens of thousands of cases each year

There are also many other forms of extortion which are broad ranging in their nature and complexity and typically target an organisationrsquos people products processes IT systems intellectual property and other critical assets Victim companies rarely publish information because they wish to avoid causing reputational damage to their brands

Around the world man-made and natural disasters often occur with little or no warning and it may be necessary to evacuate staff and dependents at short notice and under difficult conditions

There is much that an organisation can do to reduce their exposure to crises Effective risk management begins with a comprehensive understanding of the threat and an organisationrsquos vulnerability and the application of appropriate mitigation measures

In the event that an incident does take place the organisations that have proven themselves able to cope most effectively are those with thorough tried and tested response plans and procedures and access to professional experienced advisors This can make the difference between a rapid controlled recovery or in extreme cases a business failing to recover at all

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

A world-leading crisis prevention and response consultancy with over twenty yearsrsquo experience

Trusted advisor to clients around the world

NYA International (NYA) is a world-leading crisis prevention and response consultancy with over twenty yearsrsquo experience of helping clients reduce their exposure to and manage incidents of

bull Kidnap for ransom

bull Abduction

bull Extortion

bull Illegal detention

bull Marine piracy

bull Emergency evacuation and repatriation

bull Malicious product tampering

bull Other international problems and crises

We help organisations to understand the threats and vulnerabilities to their people assets and international operations and improve their resilience so they can more effectively mitigate and manage these risks

In the event of a crisis we respond immediately providing advice to the clientrsquos crisis management team in order to help them manage the incident to a successful conclusion

International clients operating in challenging and high-risk environments choose NYA because of our

bull Guaranteed response NYA has one of the largest teams of full-time or exclusively retained kidnap extortion and piracy response consultants in the industry This enables us to guarantee our response to clients anywhere in the world

bull Team NYArsquos selection and training process is extremely rigorous This ensures that our clients have access to the very highest calibre individuals at the time they need them most

bull Experience Our serving team has responded to over 500 kidnap extortion and piracy incidents and a wide range of other crises across most industry sectors and regions of the world where such risks are prevalent

bull Unique response protocols NYA is the only response team of its kind that will deploy up to four consultants upon notification of an incident two each to company headquarters and the incident location providing maximum levels of support during the critical early stages of a crisis

bull Track record Since NYA was founded in 1990 we have secured the safe release of every victim in all of the kidnap cases we have advised on

bull Reputation Our reputation for excellence integrity and utmost confidentiality combined with our service oriented approach is why NYA is selected as the trusted advisor to clients around the world - from private individuals and families to multinational corporations governments and non-governmental organisations

once we have deployed consultants and established proof of life for the victim(s)

2

Crisis Prevention and Response Services3

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

We help organisations to understand the threats and vulnerabilities to their people assets and international operations and improve their resilience

Crisis prevention

NYArsquos crisis prevention advisors help organisations manage their global security risks

We listen approaching every task from each clientrsquos perspective Our solutions both support their unique business needs and fit with their organisationrsquos culture rather than presenting a lsquoone size fits allrsquo approach This enables strong collaboration between the clientrsquos team and ours and ensures the most successful implementation of proven risk management procedures

NYA is experienced at designing solutions that can be implemented globally whilst ensuring compatibility with the local operating environment and culture as well as compliance with local and international legislation

Our consulting services are delivered or project managed by our specialist response consultants providing the most relevant experience and a knowledgeable approach to security risk

Crisis prevention consulting services include (but are not limited to)

1 Assessment

Identification of threats and vulnerabilities to

ascertain the risk

2 Prevention

Implementation of appropriate and effective

measures to mitigate the risk

3 Training

Preparation of the crisis and security management

teams and lsquoat riskrsquopersonnel

4 Rehearsal

Practice and consolidation through

simulated incident exercises

Risk Appropriate mitigation measures

Threat

Vulnerability

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Threat and vulnerability assessment A threat and vulnerability assessment identifies threats in a specific country location or site against personnel assets property operations commercial viability and reputation and the organisationrsquos vulnerability to such threats A written report includes recommended risk mitigation measures and strategies

Crisis and security management planning An effective crisis management plan facilitates the response to any crisis bringing all available and relevant resources to bear quickly and efficiently to help ensure a smooth and rapid transition to recovery It provides structure and order to what is often a chaotic situation aiding decision-making under stressful circumstances It also helps the crisis management team to gain control minimise the impact of the crisis - both on the individuals involved and the wider organisation - and resume normal activities as soon as possible NYA can review existing plans or work with clients to build plans and protocols where none exist

Crisis management training Crisis management training prepares the crisis management team to respond effectively to crisis incidents It is usually conducted via simulated incident scenarios guiding participants through all phases of the crisis including the various elements agencies and issues involved the unusual pressures inherent in responding the importance of clear strategy tactics and decision making and how a crisis incident can be managed to a successful conclusion Training follows the protocols of the organisationrsquos crisis management plan - providing the chance to practice dealing with worst-case scenarios under controlled conditions

Security awareness training Designed for expatriate and local national employees and their dependents who are living in or travelling to high-risk parts of the world personal security awareness training provides a comprehensive understanding of the security elements that they need to be aware of and offers practical methods to help them avoid falling victim to criminal attack

Embedded advisors NYA deploys embedded advisors to provide direct or remote support to clients who have identified security or capability gaps within their organisations or for temporary assignments where an organisation may be lacking in-house resources or the relevant experience NYA embeds consultants at all levels of an organisation from senior crisis management advisors to remote and hostile environment site security managers

Risk analysis Understanding both the business and personal security risks inherent with investing and operating in demanding and difficult environments is critical for ensuring timely and informed decision-making NYA can tailor its analysis to meet specific client requirements providing detailed country and regional overviews that look at indigenous political and security risks such as crime extortion kidnapping political and civil unrest ethnic and sectarian violence terrorism natural hazards and the general security situation

Project management Our collective experience and ability to build trusting relationships with our clients often involves the project management and delivery of solutions in difficult situations where the immediate resolution to a particular crisis or problem is not immediately apparent or achievable These solutions are normally designed to support the corporate crisis risk and security management functions and focus on providing the most appropriate resource to address the problem In the past NYA has managed varied tasks on behalf of clients including (but not limited to) business intelligence due diligence investigations surveillance and counter-surveillance operations travel security management and a variety of bespoke training packages

Travel risk management NYA has developed Global SafeTravel - a user-friendly but highly effective travel management solution that gives organisations rapid control over their global travel risk Global SafeTravel is a secure web-based system that enables organisations to keep their business travellers informed and up to date manage track and communicate with travelling employees and provide them with immediate 247 advice and assistance in the event of any incident

4

Crisis Prevention and Response Services5

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

We help organisations to understand the threats and vulnerabilities to their people assets and international operations and improve their resilience

Crisis response

NYArsquos unique approach to crisis response has been refined by many yearsrsquo experience of incident management Our primary objective is the successful resolution of the crisis whilst implementing the highest level of security for the parties involved and reducing potential risks for the organisation andor family

Role of the response consultants Throughout any crisis the role of our response consultants is to provide practical advice based on NYArsquos collective experience helping the clientrsquos crisis management team to prepare for both likely and unforeseen eventualities and pursue a controlled structured strategy which is firmly grounded on tried and tested procedures Every case is different but the consultants will typically provide advice on

bull Assessment of the situation as it develops

bull Formulation of an effective response strategy

bull Communication with the perpetrators and the handling of threats

bull Dealing with the media local and international authorities and legislation

bull Liaison with other stakeholders

bull Care of the victimsrsquo families and other employees

bull Preparations for ransom payment and safe release of the victim(s)

bull Future risk mitigation

bull Business continuity and protection of corporate brand and reputation

Inci

dent

not

ifica

tion

Remote advice gt Deployment gt Advice to Crisis Management Team gt Recovery

bull Once an incident has been reported via clientrsquos crisis response number an NYA consultant will contact the client within 20 minutes

bull NYA provides immediate advice and support remotely

bull NYA immediately deploys two consultants to each of the clientrsquos Crisis Management Team locations

bull Consultants are with the client within 24 hours or sooner

bull Two consultants remain at each Crisis Management Team location for up to 10 days ensuring optimal levels of support during the critical early stages of a crisis

bull Subsequently the two consultants at each Crisis Management Team location work on a rotational basis

bull At the conclusion of the incident NYA conducts a detailed debrief with the victim which is an essential part of the rehabilitation process

20 mins gt 24 hours gt Up to 10 days gt 21 day rotation gt End of case

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

NYArsquos unique approach to crisis response has been refned by many yearsrsquo experience of incident management

Upon notification of an incident NYA provides immediate support and deploys response consultants to the clientrsquos crisis management team location and the organisationrsquos corporate headquarters as required

Within 24 hours We deploy our consultants within 24 hours subject to immigration or other regulatory requirements

First ten days Two consultants are deployed to each location for the first seven to ten days to provide maximum levels of support during the critical early stages of a crisis and ensure that those involved get to know their advisors from the start

Throughout the incident Subsequently the two consultants in each location work on a 21-day rotational basis with a two to three day handover period for each rotation This maintains continuity throughout the case whilst ensuring that the consultants can deliver the optimum level of service to the client Our collaborative approach means that the client benefits from the collective experience of the NYA team We remain with the client until conclusion of the incident regardless of its duration

Conclusion of the incident On resolution of the incident NYA conducts a detailed debrief of the victim(s) which is an extremely important part of the rehabilitation process for those involved

6

Crisis Prevention and Response Services7

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

NYArsquos selection and training process ensures that our clients have access to the very highest calibre individuals at the time they need them most

The NYA team

NYA maintains a dedicated team of specialist crisis response consultants based in strategic locations throughout the Americas EMEA (EuropeMiddle EastAfrica) and Asia Pacific

Whilst this provides critical local expertise and understanding and allows for the most rapid and effective response our consultants are chosen for their international experience and ability to support the unpredictable nature of crisis incidents wherever in the world they occur

Experience NYArsquos response consultants are carefully selected from a variety of backgrounds including all arms of the military national law enforcement international intelligence agencies and the commercial and corporate security and risk management sector All are on permanent standby to deploy and are either full-time employees or exclusively retained by NYA as it is our policy never to subcontract response services to third parties or external consultants

A number have been decorated by the military or nationally recognised and collectively they have worked for virtually every industry sector and in regions of the world where security problems such as kidnap and extortion are prevalent Fluent languages spoken include English Spanish Portuguese French German Mandarin and Japanese

Training NYA invests significantly in its team Following initial selection and regardless of prior experience every response consultant is required to complete a lengthy and rigorous training programme and further training is provided throughout their career to maintain best practice standards

Dedicated Operations Centre Our clients and consultants are supported 247365 by NYArsquos dedicated Operations Centre Comprising former military personnel from the USA lsquoWounded Warriorsrsquo programme the Operations Centre team has extensive land-based and maritime crisis management operational experience and access to the most up to date information and intelligence tools

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Information

Other information available from NYA International

bull Crisis Prevention and Response Services for Private Clients

bull Global SafeTravel - Travel Risk Management (Global SafeTravel)

bull Maritime Security Risk Management and Response

bull MarTrack ndash Maritime security threat monitoring vessel tracking and risk management

bull Personal Security Guidelines

bull A detailed introduction to the key principals of personal security designed for individuals living or working in high-risk environments

bull A Corporate Guide to Crisis Prevention and Response

A comprehensive guide to the complex principles and issues of crisis risk management (issued on certain consulting projects)

For further details about NYA and our crisis prevention and response services please visit our website or contact our management team

8

Notes page

Crisis Prevention and Response Services 9

Notes page

Crisis Prevention and Response Services 10

Crisis Prevention and Response ServicesA

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Published by NYA International Registered office

( +44 (0)207 086 4476

infonyainternationalcom

8 wwwnyainternationalcom

NYAIntl

copy Copyright NYA International Limited 2011 All rights reserved

No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any way or by any means including photocopying or recording without the written permission of the copyright holder application for which should be addressed to the copyright holder

Crisis Prevention and Response Services1

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Effective risk management begins with a comprehensive understanding of the threat and an organisationrsquos vulnerability and the application of appropriate mitigation measures

Operating in challenging and high-risk environments

The security situation in many countries can quickly deteriorate putting both business operations and company executives and their dependents at risk

Kidnap for ransom is most prevalent in areas with a high disparity of wealth active criminal and terrorist groups under-resourced or inefficient law enforcement and high levels of corruption Accurate global statistics do not exist because many incidents go unreported however sources cite tens of thousands of cases each year

There are also many other forms of extortion which are broad ranging in their nature and complexity and typically target an organisationrsquos people products processes IT systems intellectual property and other critical assets Victim companies rarely publish information because they wish to avoid causing reputational damage to their brands

Around the world man-made and natural disasters often occur with little or no warning and it may be necessary to evacuate staff and dependents at short notice and under difficult conditions

There is much that an organisation can do to reduce their exposure to crises Effective risk management begins with a comprehensive understanding of the threat and an organisationrsquos vulnerability and the application of appropriate mitigation measures

In the event that an incident does take place the organisations that have proven themselves able to cope most effectively are those with thorough tried and tested response plans and procedures and access to professional experienced advisors This can make the difference between a rapid controlled recovery or in extreme cases a business failing to recover at all

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

A world-leading crisis prevention and response consultancy with over twenty yearsrsquo experience

Trusted advisor to clients around the world

NYA International (NYA) is a world-leading crisis prevention and response consultancy with over twenty yearsrsquo experience of helping clients reduce their exposure to and manage incidents of

bull Kidnap for ransom

bull Abduction

bull Extortion

bull Illegal detention

bull Marine piracy

bull Emergency evacuation and repatriation

bull Malicious product tampering

bull Other international problems and crises

We help organisations to understand the threats and vulnerabilities to their people assets and international operations and improve their resilience so they can more effectively mitigate and manage these risks

In the event of a crisis we respond immediately providing advice to the clientrsquos crisis management team in order to help them manage the incident to a successful conclusion

International clients operating in challenging and high-risk environments choose NYA because of our

bull Guaranteed response NYA has one of the largest teams of full-time or exclusively retained kidnap extortion and piracy response consultants in the industry This enables us to guarantee our response to clients anywhere in the world

bull Team NYArsquos selection and training process is extremely rigorous This ensures that our clients have access to the very highest calibre individuals at the time they need them most

bull Experience Our serving team has responded to over 500 kidnap extortion and piracy incidents and a wide range of other crises across most industry sectors and regions of the world where such risks are prevalent

bull Unique response protocols NYA is the only response team of its kind that will deploy up to four consultants upon notification of an incident two each to company headquarters and the incident location providing maximum levels of support during the critical early stages of a crisis

bull Track record Since NYA was founded in 1990 we have secured the safe release of every victim in all of the kidnap cases we have advised on

bull Reputation Our reputation for excellence integrity and utmost confidentiality combined with our service oriented approach is why NYA is selected as the trusted advisor to clients around the world - from private individuals and families to multinational corporations governments and non-governmental organisations

once we have deployed consultants and established proof of life for the victim(s)

2

Crisis Prevention and Response Services3

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

We help organisations to understand the threats and vulnerabilities to their people assets and international operations and improve their resilience

Crisis prevention

NYArsquos crisis prevention advisors help organisations manage their global security risks

We listen approaching every task from each clientrsquos perspective Our solutions both support their unique business needs and fit with their organisationrsquos culture rather than presenting a lsquoone size fits allrsquo approach This enables strong collaboration between the clientrsquos team and ours and ensures the most successful implementation of proven risk management procedures

NYA is experienced at designing solutions that can be implemented globally whilst ensuring compatibility with the local operating environment and culture as well as compliance with local and international legislation

Our consulting services are delivered or project managed by our specialist response consultants providing the most relevant experience and a knowledgeable approach to security risk

Crisis prevention consulting services include (but are not limited to)

1 Assessment

Identification of threats and vulnerabilities to

ascertain the risk

2 Prevention

Implementation of appropriate and effective

measures to mitigate the risk

3 Training

Preparation of the crisis and security management

teams and lsquoat riskrsquopersonnel

4 Rehearsal

Practice and consolidation through

simulated incident exercises

Risk Appropriate mitigation measures

Threat

Vulnerability

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Threat and vulnerability assessment A threat and vulnerability assessment identifies threats in a specific country location or site against personnel assets property operations commercial viability and reputation and the organisationrsquos vulnerability to such threats A written report includes recommended risk mitigation measures and strategies

Crisis and security management planning An effective crisis management plan facilitates the response to any crisis bringing all available and relevant resources to bear quickly and efficiently to help ensure a smooth and rapid transition to recovery It provides structure and order to what is often a chaotic situation aiding decision-making under stressful circumstances It also helps the crisis management team to gain control minimise the impact of the crisis - both on the individuals involved and the wider organisation - and resume normal activities as soon as possible NYA can review existing plans or work with clients to build plans and protocols where none exist

Crisis management training Crisis management training prepares the crisis management team to respond effectively to crisis incidents It is usually conducted via simulated incident scenarios guiding participants through all phases of the crisis including the various elements agencies and issues involved the unusual pressures inherent in responding the importance of clear strategy tactics and decision making and how a crisis incident can be managed to a successful conclusion Training follows the protocols of the organisationrsquos crisis management plan - providing the chance to practice dealing with worst-case scenarios under controlled conditions

Security awareness training Designed for expatriate and local national employees and their dependents who are living in or travelling to high-risk parts of the world personal security awareness training provides a comprehensive understanding of the security elements that they need to be aware of and offers practical methods to help them avoid falling victim to criminal attack

Embedded advisors NYA deploys embedded advisors to provide direct or remote support to clients who have identified security or capability gaps within their organisations or for temporary assignments where an organisation may be lacking in-house resources or the relevant experience NYA embeds consultants at all levels of an organisation from senior crisis management advisors to remote and hostile environment site security managers

Risk analysis Understanding both the business and personal security risks inherent with investing and operating in demanding and difficult environments is critical for ensuring timely and informed decision-making NYA can tailor its analysis to meet specific client requirements providing detailed country and regional overviews that look at indigenous political and security risks such as crime extortion kidnapping political and civil unrest ethnic and sectarian violence terrorism natural hazards and the general security situation

Project management Our collective experience and ability to build trusting relationships with our clients often involves the project management and delivery of solutions in difficult situations where the immediate resolution to a particular crisis or problem is not immediately apparent or achievable These solutions are normally designed to support the corporate crisis risk and security management functions and focus on providing the most appropriate resource to address the problem In the past NYA has managed varied tasks on behalf of clients including (but not limited to) business intelligence due diligence investigations surveillance and counter-surveillance operations travel security management and a variety of bespoke training packages

Travel risk management NYA has developed Global SafeTravel - a user-friendly but highly effective travel management solution that gives organisations rapid control over their global travel risk Global SafeTravel is a secure web-based system that enables organisations to keep their business travellers informed and up to date manage track and communicate with travelling employees and provide them with immediate 247 advice and assistance in the event of any incident

4

Crisis Prevention and Response Services5

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

We help organisations to understand the threats and vulnerabilities to their people assets and international operations and improve their resilience

Crisis response

NYArsquos unique approach to crisis response has been refined by many yearsrsquo experience of incident management Our primary objective is the successful resolution of the crisis whilst implementing the highest level of security for the parties involved and reducing potential risks for the organisation andor family

Role of the response consultants Throughout any crisis the role of our response consultants is to provide practical advice based on NYArsquos collective experience helping the clientrsquos crisis management team to prepare for both likely and unforeseen eventualities and pursue a controlled structured strategy which is firmly grounded on tried and tested procedures Every case is different but the consultants will typically provide advice on

bull Assessment of the situation as it develops

bull Formulation of an effective response strategy

bull Communication with the perpetrators and the handling of threats

bull Dealing with the media local and international authorities and legislation

bull Liaison with other stakeholders

bull Care of the victimsrsquo families and other employees

bull Preparations for ransom payment and safe release of the victim(s)

bull Future risk mitigation

bull Business continuity and protection of corporate brand and reputation

Inci

dent

not

ifica

tion

Remote advice gt Deployment gt Advice to Crisis Management Team gt Recovery

bull Once an incident has been reported via clientrsquos crisis response number an NYA consultant will contact the client within 20 minutes

bull NYA provides immediate advice and support remotely

bull NYA immediately deploys two consultants to each of the clientrsquos Crisis Management Team locations

bull Consultants are with the client within 24 hours or sooner

bull Two consultants remain at each Crisis Management Team location for up to 10 days ensuring optimal levels of support during the critical early stages of a crisis

bull Subsequently the two consultants at each Crisis Management Team location work on a rotational basis

bull At the conclusion of the incident NYA conducts a detailed debrief with the victim which is an essential part of the rehabilitation process

20 mins gt 24 hours gt Up to 10 days gt 21 day rotation gt End of case

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

NYArsquos unique approach to crisis response has been refned by many yearsrsquo experience of incident management

Upon notification of an incident NYA provides immediate support and deploys response consultants to the clientrsquos crisis management team location and the organisationrsquos corporate headquarters as required

Within 24 hours We deploy our consultants within 24 hours subject to immigration or other regulatory requirements

First ten days Two consultants are deployed to each location for the first seven to ten days to provide maximum levels of support during the critical early stages of a crisis and ensure that those involved get to know their advisors from the start

Throughout the incident Subsequently the two consultants in each location work on a 21-day rotational basis with a two to three day handover period for each rotation This maintains continuity throughout the case whilst ensuring that the consultants can deliver the optimum level of service to the client Our collaborative approach means that the client benefits from the collective experience of the NYA team We remain with the client until conclusion of the incident regardless of its duration

Conclusion of the incident On resolution of the incident NYA conducts a detailed debrief of the victim(s) which is an extremely important part of the rehabilitation process for those involved

6

Crisis Prevention and Response Services7

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

NYArsquos selection and training process ensures that our clients have access to the very highest calibre individuals at the time they need them most

The NYA team

NYA maintains a dedicated team of specialist crisis response consultants based in strategic locations throughout the Americas EMEA (EuropeMiddle EastAfrica) and Asia Pacific

Whilst this provides critical local expertise and understanding and allows for the most rapid and effective response our consultants are chosen for their international experience and ability to support the unpredictable nature of crisis incidents wherever in the world they occur

Experience NYArsquos response consultants are carefully selected from a variety of backgrounds including all arms of the military national law enforcement international intelligence agencies and the commercial and corporate security and risk management sector All are on permanent standby to deploy and are either full-time employees or exclusively retained by NYA as it is our policy never to subcontract response services to third parties or external consultants

A number have been decorated by the military or nationally recognised and collectively they have worked for virtually every industry sector and in regions of the world where security problems such as kidnap and extortion are prevalent Fluent languages spoken include English Spanish Portuguese French German Mandarin and Japanese

Training NYA invests significantly in its team Following initial selection and regardless of prior experience every response consultant is required to complete a lengthy and rigorous training programme and further training is provided throughout their career to maintain best practice standards

Dedicated Operations Centre Our clients and consultants are supported 247365 by NYArsquos dedicated Operations Centre Comprising former military personnel from the USA lsquoWounded Warriorsrsquo programme the Operations Centre team has extensive land-based and maritime crisis management operational experience and access to the most up to date information and intelligence tools

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Information

Other information available from NYA International

bull Crisis Prevention and Response Services for Private Clients

bull Global SafeTravel - Travel Risk Management (Global SafeTravel)

bull Maritime Security Risk Management and Response

bull MarTrack ndash Maritime security threat monitoring vessel tracking and risk management

bull Personal Security Guidelines

bull A detailed introduction to the key principals of personal security designed for individuals living or working in high-risk environments

bull A Corporate Guide to Crisis Prevention and Response

A comprehensive guide to the complex principles and issues of crisis risk management (issued on certain consulting projects)

For further details about NYA and our crisis prevention and response services please visit our website or contact our management team

8

Notes page

Crisis Prevention and Response Services 9

Notes page

Crisis Prevention and Response Services 10

Crisis Prevention and Response ServicesA

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Published by NYA International Registered office

( +44 (0)207 086 4476

infonyainternationalcom

8 wwwnyainternationalcom

NYAIntl

copy Copyright NYA International Limited 2011 All rights reserved

No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any way or by any means including photocopying or recording without the written permission of the copyright holder application for which should be addressed to the copyright holder

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

A world-leading crisis prevention and response consultancy with over twenty yearsrsquo experience

Trusted advisor to clients around the world

NYA International (NYA) is a world-leading crisis prevention and response consultancy with over twenty yearsrsquo experience of helping clients reduce their exposure to and manage incidents of

bull Kidnap for ransom

bull Abduction

bull Extortion

bull Illegal detention

bull Marine piracy

bull Emergency evacuation and repatriation

bull Malicious product tampering

bull Other international problems and crises

We help organisations to understand the threats and vulnerabilities to their people assets and international operations and improve their resilience so they can more effectively mitigate and manage these risks

In the event of a crisis we respond immediately providing advice to the clientrsquos crisis management team in order to help them manage the incident to a successful conclusion

International clients operating in challenging and high-risk environments choose NYA because of our

bull Guaranteed response NYA has one of the largest teams of full-time or exclusively retained kidnap extortion and piracy response consultants in the industry This enables us to guarantee our response to clients anywhere in the world

bull Team NYArsquos selection and training process is extremely rigorous This ensures that our clients have access to the very highest calibre individuals at the time they need them most

bull Experience Our serving team has responded to over 500 kidnap extortion and piracy incidents and a wide range of other crises across most industry sectors and regions of the world where such risks are prevalent

bull Unique response protocols NYA is the only response team of its kind that will deploy up to four consultants upon notification of an incident two each to company headquarters and the incident location providing maximum levels of support during the critical early stages of a crisis

bull Track record Since NYA was founded in 1990 we have secured the safe release of every victim in all of the kidnap cases we have advised on

bull Reputation Our reputation for excellence integrity and utmost confidentiality combined with our service oriented approach is why NYA is selected as the trusted advisor to clients around the world - from private individuals and families to multinational corporations governments and non-governmental organisations

once we have deployed consultants and established proof of life for the victim(s)

2

Crisis Prevention and Response Services3

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

We help organisations to understand the threats and vulnerabilities to their people assets and international operations and improve their resilience

Crisis prevention

NYArsquos crisis prevention advisors help organisations manage their global security risks

We listen approaching every task from each clientrsquos perspective Our solutions both support their unique business needs and fit with their organisationrsquos culture rather than presenting a lsquoone size fits allrsquo approach This enables strong collaboration between the clientrsquos team and ours and ensures the most successful implementation of proven risk management procedures

NYA is experienced at designing solutions that can be implemented globally whilst ensuring compatibility with the local operating environment and culture as well as compliance with local and international legislation

Our consulting services are delivered or project managed by our specialist response consultants providing the most relevant experience and a knowledgeable approach to security risk

Crisis prevention consulting services include (but are not limited to)

1 Assessment

Identification of threats and vulnerabilities to

ascertain the risk

2 Prevention

Implementation of appropriate and effective

measures to mitigate the risk

3 Training

Preparation of the crisis and security management

teams and lsquoat riskrsquopersonnel

4 Rehearsal

Practice and consolidation through

simulated incident exercises

Risk Appropriate mitigation measures

Threat

Vulnerability

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Threat and vulnerability assessment A threat and vulnerability assessment identifies threats in a specific country location or site against personnel assets property operations commercial viability and reputation and the organisationrsquos vulnerability to such threats A written report includes recommended risk mitigation measures and strategies

Crisis and security management planning An effective crisis management plan facilitates the response to any crisis bringing all available and relevant resources to bear quickly and efficiently to help ensure a smooth and rapid transition to recovery It provides structure and order to what is often a chaotic situation aiding decision-making under stressful circumstances It also helps the crisis management team to gain control minimise the impact of the crisis - both on the individuals involved and the wider organisation - and resume normal activities as soon as possible NYA can review existing plans or work with clients to build plans and protocols where none exist

Crisis management training Crisis management training prepares the crisis management team to respond effectively to crisis incidents It is usually conducted via simulated incident scenarios guiding participants through all phases of the crisis including the various elements agencies and issues involved the unusual pressures inherent in responding the importance of clear strategy tactics and decision making and how a crisis incident can be managed to a successful conclusion Training follows the protocols of the organisationrsquos crisis management plan - providing the chance to practice dealing with worst-case scenarios under controlled conditions

Security awareness training Designed for expatriate and local national employees and their dependents who are living in or travelling to high-risk parts of the world personal security awareness training provides a comprehensive understanding of the security elements that they need to be aware of and offers practical methods to help them avoid falling victim to criminal attack

Embedded advisors NYA deploys embedded advisors to provide direct or remote support to clients who have identified security or capability gaps within their organisations or for temporary assignments where an organisation may be lacking in-house resources or the relevant experience NYA embeds consultants at all levels of an organisation from senior crisis management advisors to remote and hostile environment site security managers

Risk analysis Understanding both the business and personal security risks inherent with investing and operating in demanding and difficult environments is critical for ensuring timely and informed decision-making NYA can tailor its analysis to meet specific client requirements providing detailed country and regional overviews that look at indigenous political and security risks such as crime extortion kidnapping political and civil unrest ethnic and sectarian violence terrorism natural hazards and the general security situation

Project management Our collective experience and ability to build trusting relationships with our clients often involves the project management and delivery of solutions in difficult situations where the immediate resolution to a particular crisis or problem is not immediately apparent or achievable These solutions are normally designed to support the corporate crisis risk and security management functions and focus on providing the most appropriate resource to address the problem In the past NYA has managed varied tasks on behalf of clients including (but not limited to) business intelligence due diligence investigations surveillance and counter-surveillance operations travel security management and a variety of bespoke training packages

Travel risk management NYA has developed Global SafeTravel - a user-friendly but highly effective travel management solution that gives organisations rapid control over their global travel risk Global SafeTravel is a secure web-based system that enables organisations to keep their business travellers informed and up to date manage track and communicate with travelling employees and provide them with immediate 247 advice and assistance in the event of any incident

4

Crisis Prevention and Response Services5

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

We help organisations to understand the threats and vulnerabilities to their people assets and international operations and improve their resilience

Crisis response

NYArsquos unique approach to crisis response has been refined by many yearsrsquo experience of incident management Our primary objective is the successful resolution of the crisis whilst implementing the highest level of security for the parties involved and reducing potential risks for the organisation andor family

Role of the response consultants Throughout any crisis the role of our response consultants is to provide practical advice based on NYArsquos collective experience helping the clientrsquos crisis management team to prepare for both likely and unforeseen eventualities and pursue a controlled structured strategy which is firmly grounded on tried and tested procedures Every case is different but the consultants will typically provide advice on

bull Assessment of the situation as it develops

bull Formulation of an effective response strategy

bull Communication with the perpetrators and the handling of threats

bull Dealing with the media local and international authorities and legislation

bull Liaison with other stakeholders

bull Care of the victimsrsquo families and other employees

bull Preparations for ransom payment and safe release of the victim(s)

bull Future risk mitigation

bull Business continuity and protection of corporate brand and reputation

Inci

dent

not

ifica

tion

Remote advice gt Deployment gt Advice to Crisis Management Team gt Recovery

bull Once an incident has been reported via clientrsquos crisis response number an NYA consultant will contact the client within 20 minutes

bull NYA provides immediate advice and support remotely

bull NYA immediately deploys two consultants to each of the clientrsquos Crisis Management Team locations

bull Consultants are with the client within 24 hours or sooner

bull Two consultants remain at each Crisis Management Team location for up to 10 days ensuring optimal levels of support during the critical early stages of a crisis

bull Subsequently the two consultants at each Crisis Management Team location work on a rotational basis

bull At the conclusion of the incident NYA conducts a detailed debrief with the victim which is an essential part of the rehabilitation process

20 mins gt 24 hours gt Up to 10 days gt 21 day rotation gt End of case

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

NYArsquos unique approach to crisis response has been refned by many yearsrsquo experience of incident management

Upon notification of an incident NYA provides immediate support and deploys response consultants to the clientrsquos crisis management team location and the organisationrsquos corporate headquarters as required

Within 24 hours We deploy our consultants within 24 hours subject to immigration or other regulatory requirements

First ten days Two consultants are deployed to each location for the first seven to ten days to provide maximum levels of support during the critical early stages of a crisis and ensure that those involved get to know their advisors from the start

Throughout the incident Subsequently the two consultants in each location work on a 21-day rotational basis with a two to three day handover period for each rotation This maintains continuity throughout the case whilst ensuring that the consultants can deliver the optimum level of service to the client Our collaborative approach means that the client benefits from the collective experience of the NYA team We remain with the client until conclusion of the incident regardless of its duration

Conclusion of the incident On resolution of the incident NYA conducts a detailed debrief of the victim(s) which is an extremely important part of the rehabilitation process for those involved

6

Crisis Prevention and Response Services7

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

NYArsquos selection and training process ensures that our clients have access to the very highest calibre individuals at the time they need them most

The NYA team

NYA maintains a dedicated team of specialist crisis response consultants based in strategic locations throughout the Americas EMEA (EuropeMiddle EastAfrica) and Asia Pacific

Whilst this provides critical local expertise and understanding and allows for the most rapid and effective response our consultants are chosen for their international experience and ability to support the unpredictable nature of crisis incidents wherever in the world they occur

Experience NYArsquos response consultants are carefully selected from a variety of backgrounds including all arms of the military national law enforcement international intelligence agencies and the commercial and corporate security and risk management sector All are on permanent standby to deploy and are either full-time employees or exclusively retained by NYA as it is our policy never to subcontract response services to third parties or external consultants

A number have been decorated by the military or nationally recognised and collectively they have worked for virtually every industry sector and in regions of the world where security problems such as kidnap and extortion are prevalent Fluent languages spoken include English Spanish Portuguese French German Mandarin and Japanese

Training NYA invests significantly in its team Following initial selection and regardless of prior experience every response consultant is required to complete a lengthy and rigorous training programme and further training is provided throughout their career to maintain best practice standards

Dedicated Operations Centre Our clients and consultants are supported 247365 by NYArsquos dedicated Operations Centre Comprising former military personnel from the USA lsquoWounded Warriorsrsquo programme the Operations Centre team has extensive land-based and maritime crisis management operational experience and access to the most up to date information and intelligence tools

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Information

Other information available from NYA International

bull Crisis Prevention and Response Services for Private Clients

bull Global SafeTravel - Travel Risk Management (Global SafeTravel)

bull Maritime Security Risk Management and Response

bull MarTrack ndash Maritime security threat monitoring vessel tracking and risk management

bull Personal Security Guidelines

bull A detailed introduction to the key principals of personal security designed for individuals living or working in high-risk environments

bull A Corporate Guide to Crisis Prevention and Response

A comprehensive guide to the complex principles and issues of crisis risk management (issued on certain consulting projects)

For further details about NYA and our crisis prevention and response services please visit our website or contact our management team

8

Notes page

Crisis Prevention and Response Services 9

Notes page

Crisis Prevention and Response Services 10

Crisis Prevention and Response ServicesA

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Published by NYA International Registered office

( +44 (0)207 086 4476

infonyainternationalcom

8 wwwnyainternationalcom

NYAIntl

copy Copyright NYA International Limited 2011 All rights reserved

No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any way or by any means including photocopying or recording without the written permission of the copyright holder application for which should be addressed to the copyright holder

Crisis Prevention and Response Services3

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

We help organisations to understand the threats and vulnerabilities to their people assets and international operations and improve their resilience

Crisis prevention

NYArsquos crisis prevention advisors help organisations manage their global security risks

We listen approaching every task from each clientrsquos perspective Our solutions both support their unique business needs and fit with their organisationrsquos culture rather than presenting a lsquoone size fits allrsquo approach This enables strong collaboration between the clientrsquos team and ours and ensures the most successful implementation of proven risk management procedures

NYA is experienced at designing solutions that can be implemented globally whilst ensuring compatibility with the local operating environment and culture as well as compliance with local and international legislation

Our consulting services are delivered or project managed by our specialist response consultants providing the most relevant experience and a knowledgeable approach to security risk

Crisis prevention consulting services include (but are not limited to)

1 Assessment

Identification of threats and vulnerabilities to

ascertain the risk

2 Prevention

Implementation of appropriate and effective

measures to mitigate the risk

3 Training

Preparation of the crisis and security management

teams and lsquoat riskrsquopersonnel

4 Rehearsal

Practice and consolidation through

simulated incident exercises

Risk Appropriate mitigation measures

Threat

Vulnerability

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Threat and vulnerability assessment A threat and vulnerability assessment identifies threats in a specific country location or site against personnel assets property operations commercial viability and reputation and the organisationrsquos vulnerability to such threats A written report includes recommended risk mitigation measures and strategies

Crisis and security management planning An effective crisis management plan facilitates the response to any crisis bringing all available and relevant resources to bear quickly and efficiently to help ensure a smooth and rapid transition to recovery It provides structure and order to what is often a chaotic situation aiding decision-making under stressful circumstances It also helps the crisis management team to gain control minimise the impact of the crisis - both on the individuals involved and the wider organisation - and resume normal activities as soon as possible NYA can review existing plans or work with clients to build plans and protocols where none exist

Crisis management training Crisis management training prepares the crisis management team to respond effectively to crisis incidents It is usually conducted via simulated incident scenarios guiding participants through all phases of the crisis including the various elements agencies and issues involved the unusual pressures inherent in responding the importance of clear strategy tactics and decision making and how a crisis incident can be managed to a successful conclusion Training follows the protocols of the organisationrsquos crisis management plan - providing the chance to practice dealing with worst-case scenarios under controlled conditions

Security awareness training Designed for expatriate and local national employees and their dependents who are living in or travelling to high-risk parts of the world personal security awareness training provides a comprehensive understanding of the security elements that they need to be aware of and offers practical methods to help them avoid falling victim to criminal attack

Embedded advisors NYA deploys embedded advisors to provide direct or remote support to clients who have identified security or capability gaps within their organisations or for temporary assignments where an organisation may be lacking in-house resources or the relevant experience NYA embeds consultants at all levels of an organisation from senior crisis management advisors to remote and hostile environment site security managers

Risk analysis Understanding both the business and personal security risks inherent with investing and operating in demanding and difficult environments is critical for ensuring timely and informed decision-making NYA can tailor its analysis to meet specific client requirements providing detailed country and regional overviews that look at indigenous political and security risks such as crime extortion kidnapping political and civil unrest ethnic and sectarian violence terrorism natural hazards and the general security situation

Project management Our collective experience and ability to build trusting relationships with our clients often involves the project management and delivery of solutions in difficult situations where the immediate resolution to a particular crisis or problem is not immediately apparent or achievable These solutions are normally designed to support the corporate crisis risk and security management functions and focus on providing the most appropriate resource to address the problem In the past NYA has managed varied tasks on behalf of clients including (but not limited to) business intelligence due diligence investigations surveillance and counter-surveillance operations travel security management and a variety of bespoke training packages

Travel risk management NYA has developed Global SafeTravel - a user-friendly but highly effective travel management solution that gives organisations rapid control over their global travel risk Global SafeTravel is a secure web-based system that enables organisations to keep their business travellers informed and up to date manage track and communicate with travelling employees and provide them with immediate 247 advice and assistance in the event of any incident

4

Crisis Prevention and Response Services5

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

We help organisations to understand the threats and vulnerabilities to their people assets and international operations and improve their resilience

Crisis response

NYArsquos unique approach to crisis response has been refined by many yearsrsquo experience of incident management Our primary objective is the successful resolution of the crisis whilst implementing the highest level of security for the parties involved and reducing potential risks for the organisation andor family

Role of the response consultants Throughout any crisis the role of our response consultants is to provide practical advice based on NYArsquos collective experience helping the clientrsquos crisis management team to prepare for both likely and unforeseen eventualities and pursue a controlled structured strategy which is firmly grounded on tried and tested procedures Every case is different but the consultants will typically provide advice on

bull Assessment of the situation as it develops

bull Formulation of an effective response strategy

bull Communication with the perpetrators and the handling of threats

bull Dealing with the media local and international authorities and legislation

bull Liaison with other stakeholders

bull Care of the victimsrsquo families and other employees

bull Preparations for ransom payment and safe release of the victim(s)

bull Future risk mitigation

bull Business continuity and protection of corporate brand and reputation

Inci

dent

not

ifica

tion

Remote advice gt Deployment gt Advice to Crisis Management Team gt Recovery

bull Once an incident has been reported via clientrsquos crisis response number an NYA consultant will contact the client within 20 minutes

bull NYA provides immediate advice and support remotely

bull NYA immediately deploys two consultants to each of the clientrsquos Crisis Management Team locations

bull Consultants are with the client within 24 hours or sooner

bull Two consultants remain at each Crisis Management Team location for up to 10 days ensuring optimal levels of support during the critical early stages of a crisis

bull Subsequently the two consultants at each Crisis Management Team location work on a rotational basis

bull At the conclusion of the incident NYA conducts a detailed debrief with the victim which is an essential part of the rehabilitation process

20 mins gt 24 hours gt Up to 10 days gt 21 day rotation gt End of case

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

NYArsquos unique approach to crisis response has been refned by many yearsrsquo experience of incident management

Upon notification of an incident NYA provides immediate support and deploys response consultants to the clientrsquos crisis management team location and the organisationrsquos corporate headquarters as required

Within 24 hours We deploy our consultants within 24 hours subject to immigration or other regulatory requirements

First ten days Two consultants are deployed to each location for the first seven to ten days to provide maximum levels of support during the critical early stages of a crisis and ensure that those involved get to know their advisors from the start

Throughout the incident Subsequently the two consultants in each location work on a 21-day rotational basis with a two to three day handover period for each rotation This maintains continuity throughout the case whilst ensuring that the consultants can deliver the optimum level of service to the client Our collaborative approach means that the client benefits from the collective experience of the NYA team We remain with the client until conclusion of the incident regardless of its duration

Conclusion of the incident On resolution of the incident NYA conducts a detailed debrief of the victim(s) which is an extremely important part of the rehabilitation process for those involved

6

Crisis Prevention and Response Services7

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

NYArsquos selection and training process ensures that our clients have access to the very highest calibre individuals at the time they need them most

The NYA team

NYA maintains a dedicated team of specialist crisis response consultants based in strategic locations throughout the Americas EMEA (EuropeMiddle EastAfrica) and Asia Pacific

Whilst this provides critical local expertise and understanding and allows for the most rapid and effective response our consultants are chosen for their international experience and ability to support the unpredictable nature of crisis incidents wherever in the world they occur

Experience NYArsquos response consultants are carefully selected from a variety of backgrounds including all arms of the military national law enforcement international intelligence agencies and the commercial and corporate security and risk management sector All are on permanent standby to deploy and are either full-time employees or exclusively retained by NYA as it is our policy never to subcontract response services to third parties or external consultants

A number have been decorated by the military or nationally recognised and collectively they have worked for virtually every industry sector and in regions of the world where security problems such as kidnap and extortion are prevalent Fluent languages spoken include English Spanish Portuguese French German Mandarin and Japanese

Training NYA invests significantly in its team Following initial selection and regardless of prior experience every response consultant is required to complete a lengthy and rigorous training programme and further training is provided throughout their career to maintain best practice standards

Dedicated Operations Centre Our clients and consultants are supported 247365 by NYArsquos dedicated Operations Centre Comprising former military personnel from the USA lsquoWounded Warriorsrsquo programme the Operations Centre team has extensive land-based and maritime crisis management operational experience and access to the most up to date information and intelligence tools

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Information

Other information available from NYA International

bull Crisis Prevention and Response Services for Private Clients

bull Global SafeTravel - Travel Risk Management (Global SafeTravel)

bull Maritime Security Risk Management and Response

bull MarTrack ndash Maritime security threat monitoring vessel tracking and risk management

bull Personal Security Guidelines

bull A detailed introduction to the key principals of personal security designed for individuals living or working in high-risk environments

bull A Corporate Guide to Crisis Prevention and Response

A comprehensive guide to the complex principles and issues of crisis risk management (issued on certain consulting projects)

For further details about NYA and our crisis prevention and response services please visit our website or contact our management team

8

Notes page

Crisis Prevention and Response Services 9

Notes page

Crisis Prevention and Response Services 10

Crisis Prevention and Response ServicesA

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Published by NYA International Registered office

( +44 (0)207 086 4476

infonyainternationalcom

8 wwwnyainternationalcom

NYAIntl

copy Copyright NYA International Limited 2011 All rights reserved

No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any way or by any means including photocopying or recording without the written permission of the copyright holder application for which should be addressed to the copyright holder

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Threat and vulnerability assessment A threat and vulnerability assessment identifies threats in a specific country location or site against personnel assets property operations commercial viability and reputation and the organisationrsquos vulnerability to such threats A written report includes recommended risk mitigation measures and strategies

Crisis and security management planning An effective crisis management plan facilitates the response to any crisis bringing all available and relevant resources to bear quickly and efficiently to help ensure a smooth and rapid transition to recovery It provides structure and order to what is often a chaotic situation aiding decision-making under stressful circumstances It also helps the crisis management team to gain control minimise the impact of the crisis - both on the individuals involved and the wider organisation - and resume normal activities as soon as possible NYA can review existing plans or work with clients to build plans and protocols where none exist

Crisis management training Crisis management training prepares the crisis management team to respond effectively to crisis incidents It is usually conducted via simulated incident scenarios guiding participants through all phases of the crisis including the various elements agencies and issues involved the unusual pressures inherent in responding the importance of clear strategy tactics and decision making and how a crisis incident can be managed to a successful conclusion Training follows the protocols of the organisationrsquos crisis management plan - providing the chance to practice dealing with worst-case scenarios under controlled conditions

Security awareness training Designed for expatriate and local national employees and their dependents who are living in or travelling to high-risk parts of the world personal security awareness training provides a comprehensive understanding of the security elements that they need to be aware of and offers practical methods to help them avoid falling victim to criminal attack

Embedded advisors NYA deploys embedded advisors to provide direct or remote support to clients who have identified security or capability gaps within their organisations or for temporary assignments where an organisation may be lacking in-house resources or the relevant experience NYA embeds consultants at all levels of an organisation from senior crisis management advisors to remote and hostile environment site security managers

Risk analysis Understanding both the business and personal security risks inherent with investing and operating in demanding and difficult environments is critical for ensuring timely and informed decision-making NYA can tailor its analysis to meet specific client requirements providing detailed country and regional overviews that look at indigenous political and security risks such as crime extortion kidnapping political and civil unrest ethnic and sectarian violence terrorism natural hazards and the general security situation

Project management Our collective experience and ability to build trusting relationships with our clients often involves the project management and delivery of solutions in difficult situations where the immediate resolution to a particular crisis or problem is not immediately apparent or achievable These solutions are normally designed to support the corporate crisis risk and security management functions and focus on providing the most appropriate resource to address the problem In the past NYA has managed varied tasks on behalf of clients including (but not limited to) business intelligence due diligence investigations surveillance and counter-surveillance operations travel security management and a variety of bespoke training packages

Travel risk management NYA has developed Global SafeTravel - a user-friendly but highly effective travel management solution that gives organisations rapid control over their global travel risk Global SafeTravel is a secure web-based system that enables organisations to keep their business travellers informed and up to date manage track and communicate with travelling employees and provide them with immediate 247 advice and assistance in the event of any incident

4

Crisis Prevention and Response Services5

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

We help organisations to understand the threats and vulnerabilities to their people assets and international operations and improve their resilience

Crisis response

NYArsquos unique approach to crisis response has been refined by many yearsrsquo experience of incident management Our primary objective is the successful resolution of the crisis whilst implementing the highest level of security for the parties involved and reducing potential risks for the organisation andor family

Role of the response consultants Throughout any crisis the role of our response consultants is to provide practical advice based on NYArsquos collective experience helping the clientrsquos crisis management team to prepare for both likely and unforeseen eventualities and pursue a controlled structured strategy which is firmly grounded on tried and tested procedures Every case is different but the consultants will typically provide advice on

bull Assessment of the situation as it develops

bull Formulation of an effective response strategy

bull Communication with the perpetrators and the handling of threats

bull Dealing with the media local and international authorities and legislation

bull Liaison with other stakeholders

bull Care of the victimsrsquo families and other employees

bull Preparations for ransom payment and safe release of the victim(s)

bull Future risk mitigation

bull Business continuity and protection of corporate brand and reputation

Inci

dent

not

ifica

tion

Remote advice gt Deployment gt Advice to Crisis Management Team gt Recovery

bull Once an incident has been reported via clientrsquos crisis response number an NYA consultant will contact the client within 20 minutes

bull NYA provides immediate advice and support remotely

bull NYA immediately deploys two consultants to each of the clientrsquos Crisis Management Team locations

bull Consultants are with the client within 24 hours or sooner

bull Two consultants remain at each Crisis Management Team location for up to 10 days ensuring optimal levels of support during the critical early stages of a crisis

bull Subsequently the two consultants at each Crisis Management Team location work on a rotational basis

bull At the conclusion of the incident NYA conducts a detailed debrief with the victim which is an essential part of the rehabilitation process

20 mins gt 24 hours gt Up to 10 days gt 21 day rotation gt End of case

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

NYArsquos unique approach to crisis response has been refned by many yearsrsquo experience of incident management

Upon notification of an incident NYA provides immediate support and deploys response consultants to the clientrsquos crisis management team location and the organisationrsquos corporate headquarters as required

Within 24 hours We deploy our consultants within 24 hours subject to immigration or other regulatory requirements

First ten days Two consultants are deployed to each location for the first seven to ten days to provide maximum levels of support during the critical early stages of a crisis and ensure that those involved get to know their advisors from the start

Throughout the incident Subsequently the two consultants in each location work on a 21-day rotational basis with a two to three day handover period for each rotation This maintains continuity throughout the case whilst ensuring that the consultants can deliver the optimum level of service to the client Our collaborative approach means that the client benefits from the collective experience of the NYA team We remain with the client until conclusion of the incident regardless of its duration

Conclusion of the incident On resolution of the incident NYA conducts a detailed debrief of the victim(s) which is an extremely important part of the rehabilitation process for those involved

6

Crisis Prevention and Response Services7

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

NYArsquos selection and training process ensures that our clients have access to the very highest calibre individuals at the time they need them most

The NYA team

NYA maintains a dedicated team of specialist crisis response consultants based in strategic locations throughout the Americas EMEA (EuropeMiddle EastAfrica) and Asia Pacific

Whilst this provides critical local expertise and understanding and allows for the most rapid and effective response our consultants are chosen for their international experience and ability to support the unpredictable nature of crisis incidents wherever in the world they occur

Experience NYArsquos response consultants are carefully selected from a variety of backgrounds including all arms of the military national law enforcement international intelligence agencies and the commercial and corporate security and risk management sector All are on permanent standby to deploy and are either full-time employees or exclusively retained by NYA as it is our policy never to subcontract response services to third parties or external consultants

A number have been decorated by the military or nationally recognised and collectively they have worked for virtually every industry sector and in regions of the world where security problems such as kidnap and extortion are prevalent Fluent languages spoken include English Spanish Portuguese French German Mandarin and Japanese

Training NYA invests significantly in its team Following initial selection and regardless of prior experience every response consultant is required to complete a lengthy and rigorous training programme and further training is provided throughout their career to maintain best practice standards

Dedicated Operations Centre Our clients and consultants are supported 247365 by NYArsquos dedicated Operations Centre Comprising former military personnel from the USA lsquoWounded Warriorsrsquo programme the Operations Centre team has extensive land-based and maritime crisis management operational experience and access to the most up to date information and intelligence tools

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Information

Other information available from NYA International

bull Crisis Prevention and Response Services for Private Clients

bull Global SafeTravel - Travel Risk Management (Global SafeTravel)

bull Maritime Security Risk Management and Response

bull MarTrack ndash Maritime security threat monitoring vessel tracking and risk management

bull Personal Security Guidelines

bull A detailed introduction to the key principals of personal security designed for individuals living or working in high-risk environments

bull A Corporate Guide to Crisis Prevention and Response

A comprehensive guide to the complex principles and issues of crisis risk management (issued on certain consulting projects)

For further details about NYA and our crisis prevention and response services please visit our website or contact our management team

8

Notes page

Crisis Prevention and Response Services 9

Notes page

Crisis Prevention and Response Services 10

Crisis Prevention and Response ServicesA

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Published by NYA International Registered office

( +44 (0)207 086 4476

infonyainternationalcom

8 wwwnyainternationalcom

NYAIntl

copy Copyright NYA International Limited 2011 All rights reserved

No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any way or by any means including photocopying or recording without the written permission of the copyright holder application for which should be addressed to the copyright holder

Crisis Prevention and Response Services5

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

We help organisations to understand the threats and vulnerabilities to their people assets and international operations and improve their resilience

Crisis response

NYArsquos unique approach to crisis response has been refined by many yearsrsquo experience of incident management Our primary objective is the successful resolution of the crisis whilst implementing the highest level of security for the parties involved and reducing potential risks for the organisation andor family

Role of the response consultants Throughout any crisis the role of our response consultants is to provide practical advice based on NYArsquos collective experience helping the clientrsquos crisis management team to prepare for both likely and unforeseen eventualities and pursue a controlled structured strategy which is firmly grounded on tried and tested procedures Every case is different but the consultants will typically provide advice on

bull Assessment of the situation as it develops

bull Formulation of an effective response strategy

bull Communication with the perpetrators and the handling of threats

bull Dealing with the media local and international authorities and legislation

bull Liaison with other stakeholders

bull Care of the victimsrsquo families and other employees

bull Preparations for ransom payment and safe release of the victim(s)

bull Future risk mitigation

bull Business continuity and protection of corporate brand and reputation

Inci

dent

not

ifica

tion

Remote advice gt Deployment gt Advice to Crisis Management Team gt Recovery

bull Once an incident has been reported via clientrsquos crisis response number an NYA consultant will contact the client within 20 minutes

bull NYA provides immediate advice and support remotely

bull NYA immediately deploys two consultants to each of the clientrsquos Crisis Management Team locations

bull Consultants are with the client within 24 hours or sooner

bull Two consultants remain at each Crisis Management Team location for up to 10 days ensuring optimal levels of support during the critical early stages of a crisis

bull Subsequently the two consultants at each Crisis Management Team location work on a rotational basis

bull At the conclusion of the incident NYA conducts a detailed debrief with the victim which is an essential part of the rehabilitation process

20 mins gt 24 hours gt Up to 10 days gt 21 day rotation gt End of case

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

NYArsquos unique approach to crisis response has been refned by many yearsrsquo experience of incident management

Upon notification of an incident NYA provides immediate support and deploys response consultants to the clientrsquos crisis management team location and the organisationrsquos corporate headquarters as required

Within 24 hours We deploy our consultants within 24 hours subject to immigration or other regulatory requirements

First ten days Two consultants are deployed to each location for the first seven to ten days to provide maximum levels of support during the critical early stages of a crisis and ensure that those involved get to know their advisors from the start

Throughout the incident Subsequently the two consultants in each location work on a 21-day rotational basis with a two to three day handover period for each rotation This maintains continuity throughout the case whilst ensuring that the consultants can deliver the optimum level of service to the client Our collaborative approach means that the client benefits from the collective experience of the NYA team We remain with the client until conclusion of the incident regardless of its duration

Conclusion of the incident On resolution of the incident NYA conducts a detailed debrief of the victim(s) which is an extremely important part of the rehabilitation process for those involved

6

Crisis Prevention and Response Services7

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

NYArsquos selection and training process ensures that our clients have access to the very highest calibre individuals at the time they need them most

The NYA team

NYA maintains a dedicated team of specialist crisis response consultants based in strategic locations throughout the Americas EMEA (EuropeMiddle EastAfrica) and Asia Pacific

Whilst this provides critical local expertise and understanding and allows for the most rapid and effective response our consultants are chosen for their international experience and ability to support the unpredictable nature of crisis incidents wherever in the world they occur

Experience NYArsquos response consultants are carefully selected from a variety of backgrounds including all arms of the military national law enforcement international intelligence agencies and the commercial and corporate security and risk management sector All are on permanent standby to deploy and are either full-time employees or exclusively retained by NYA as it is our policy never to subcontract response services to third parties or external consultants

A number have been decorated by the military or nationally recognised and collectively they have worked for virtually every industry sector and in regions of the world where security problems such as kidnap and extortion are prevalent Fluent languages spoken include English Spanish Portuguese French German Mandarin and Japanese

Training NYA invests significantly in its team Following initial selection and regardless of prior experience every response consultant is required to complete a lengthy and rigorous training programme and further training is provided throughout their career to maintain best practice standards

Dedicated Operations Centre Our clients and consultants are supported 247365 by NYArsquos dedicated Operations Centre Comprising former military personnel from the USA lsquoWounded Warriorsrsquo programme the Operations Centre team has extensive land-based and maritime crisis management operational experience and access to the most up to date information and intelligence tools

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Information

Other information available from NYA International

bull Crisis Prevention and Response Services for Private Clients

bull Global SafeTravel - Travel Risk Management (Global SafeTravel)

bull Maritime Security Risk Management and Response

bull MarTrack ndash Maritime security threat monitoring vessel tracking and risk management

bull Personal Security Guidelines

bull A detailed introduction to the key principals of personal security designed for individuals living or working in high-risk environments

bull A Corporate Guide to Crisis Prevention and Response

A comprehensive guide to the complex principles and issues of crisis risk management (issued on certain consulting projects)

For further details about NYA and our crisis prevention and response services please visit our website or contact our management team

8

Notes page

Crisis Prevention and Response Services 9

Notes page

Crisis Prevention and Response Services 10

Crisis Prevention and Response ServicesA

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Published by NYA International Registered office

( +44 (0)207 086 4476

infonyainternationalcom

8 wwwnyainternationalcom

NYAIntl

copy Copyright NYA International Limited 2011 All rights reserved

No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any way or by any means including photocopying or recording without the written permission of the copyright holder application for which should be addressed to the copyright holder

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

NYArsquos unique approach to crisis response has been refned by many yearsrsquo experience of incident management

Upon notification of an incident NYA provides immediate support and deploys response consultants to the clientrsquos crisis management team location and the organisationrsquos corporate headquarters as required

Within 24 hours We deploy our consultants within 24 hours subject to immigration or other regulatory requirements

First ten days Two consultants are deployed to each location for the first seven to ten days to provide maximum levels of support during the critical early stages of a crisis and ensure that those involved get to know their advisors from the start

Throughout the incident Subsequently the two consultants in each location work on a 21-day rotational basis with a two to three day handover period for each rotation This maintains continuity throughout the case whilst ensuring that the consultants can deliver the optimum level of service to the client Our collaborative approach means that the client benefits from the collective experience of the NYA team We remain with the client until conclusion of the incident regardless of its duration

Conclusion of the incident On resolution of the incident NYA conducts a detailed debrief of the victim(s) which is an extremely important part of the rehabilitation process for those involved

6

Crisis Prevention and Response Services7

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

NYArsquos selection and training process ensures that our clients have access to the very highest calibre individuals at the time they need them most

The NYA team

NYA maintains a dedicated team of specialist crisis response consultants based in strategic locations throughout the Americas EMEA (EuropeMiddle EastAfrica) and Asia Pacific

Whilst this provides critical local expertise and understanding and allows for the most rapid and effective response our consultants are chosen for their international experience and ability to support the unpredictable nature of crisis incidents wherever in the world they occur

Experience NYArsquos response consultants are carefully selected from a variety of backgrounds including all arms of the military national law enforcement international intelligence agencies and the commercial and corporate security and risk management sector All are on permanent standby to deploy and are either full-time employees or exclusively retained by NYA as it is our policy never to subcontract response services to third parties or external consultants

A number have been decorated by the military or nationally recognised and collectively they have worked for virtually every industry sector and in regions of the world where security problems such as kidnap and extortion are prevalent Fluent languages spoken include English Spanish Portuguese French German Mandarin and Japanese

Training NYA invests significantly in its team Following initial selection and regardless of prior experience every response consultant is required to complete a lengthy and rigorous training programme and further training is provided throughout their career to maintain best practice standards

Dedicated Operations Centre Our clients and consultants are supported 247365 by NYArsquos dedicated Operations Centre Comprising former military personnel from the USA lsquoWounded Warriorsrsquo programme the Operations Centre team has extensive land-based and maritime crisis management operational experience and access to the most up to date information and intelligence tools

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Information

Other information available from NYA International

bull Crisis Prevention and Response Services for Private Clients

bull Global SafeTravel - Travel Risk Management (Global SafeTravel)

bull Maritime Security Risk Management and Response

bull MarTrack ndash Maritime security threat monitoring vessel tracking and risk management

bull Personal Security Guidelines

bull A detailed introduction to the key principals of personal security designed for individuals living or working in high-risk environments

bull A Corporate Guide to Crisis Prevention and Response

A comprehensive guide to the complex principles and issues of crisis risk management (issued on certain consulting projects)

For further details about NYA and our crisis prevention and response services please visit our website or contact our management team

8

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Notes page

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NYArsquos selection and training process ensures that our clients have access to the very highest calibre individuals at the time they need them most

The NYA team

NYA maintains a dedicated team of specialist crisis response consultants based in strategic locations throughout the Americas EMEA (EuropeMiddle EastAfrica) and Asia Pacific

Whilst this provides critical local expertise and understanding and allows for the most rapid and effective response our consultants are chosen for their international experience and ability to support the unpredictable nature of crisis incidents wherever in the world they occur

Experience NYArsquos response consultants are carefully selected from a variety of backgrounds including all arms of the military national law enforcement international intelligence agencies and the commercial and corporate security and risk management sector All are on permanent standby to deploy and are either full-time employees or exclusively retained by NYA as it is our policy never to subcontract response services to third parties or external consultants

A number have been decorated by the military or nationally recognised and collectively they have worked for virtually every industry sector and in regions of the world where security problems such as kidnap and extortion are prevalent Fluent languages spoken include English Spanish Portuguese French German Mandarin and Japanese

Training NYA invests significantly in its team Following initial selection and regardless of prior experience every response consultant is required to complete a lengthy and rigorous training programme and further training is provided throughout their career to maintain best practice standards

Dedicated Operations Centre Our clients and consultants are supported 247365 by NYArsquos dedicated Operations Centre Comprising former military personnel from the USA lsquoWounded Warriorsrsquo programme the Operations Centre team has extensive land-based and maritime crisis management operational experience and access to the most up to date information and intelligence tools

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Information

Other information available from NYA International

bull Crisis Prevention and Response Services for Private Clients

bull Global SafeTravel - Travel Risk Management (Global SafeTravel)

bull Maritime Security Risk Management and Response

bull MarTrack ndash Maritime security threat monitoring vessel tracking and risk management

bull Personal Security Guidelines

bull A detailed introduction to the key principals of personal security designed for individuals living or working in high-risk environments

bull A Corporate Guide to Crisis Prevention and Response

A comprehensive guide to the complex principles and issues of crisis risk management (issued on certain consulting projects)

For further details about NYA and our crisis prevention and response services please visit our website or contact our management team

8

Notes page

Crisis Prevention and Response Services 9

Notes page

Crisis Prevention and Response Services 10

Crisis Prevention and Response ServicesA

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Published by NYA International Registered office

( +44 (0)207 086 4476

infonyainternationalcom

8 wwwnyainternationalcom

NYAIntl

copy Copyright NYA International Limited 2011 All rights reserved

No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any way or by any means including photocopying or recording without the written permission of the copyright holder application for which should be addressed to the copyright holder

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Information

Other information available from NYA International

bull Crisis Prevention and Response Services for Private Clients

bull Global SafeTravel - Travel Risk Management (Global SafeTravel)

bull Maritime Security Risk Management and Response

bull MarTrack ndash Maritime security threat monitoring vessel tracking and risk management

bull Personal Security Guidelines

bull A detailed introduction to the key principals of personal security designed for individuals living or working in high-risk environments

bull A Corporate Guide to Crisis Prevention and Response

A comprehensive guide to the complex principles and issues of crisis risk management (issued on certain consulting projects)

For further details about NYA and our crisis prevention and response services please visit our website or contact our management team

8

Notes page

Crisis Prevention and Response Services 9

Notes page

Crisis Prevention and Response Services 10

Crisis Prevention and Response ServicesA

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Published by NYA International Registered office

( +44 (0)207 086 4476

infonyainternationalcom

8 wwwnyainternationalcom

NYAIntl

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No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any way or by any means including photocopying or recording without the written permission of the copyright holder application for which should be addressed to the copyright holder

Notes page

Crisis Prevention and Response Services 9

Notes page

Crisis Prevention and Response Services 10

Crisis Prevention and Response ServicesA

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Published by NYA International Registered office

( +44 (0)207 086 4476

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Notes page

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Crisis Prevention and Response ServicesA

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Published by NYA International Registered office

( +44 (0)207 086 4476

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NYAIntl

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No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any way or by any means including photocopying or recording without the written permission of the copyright holder application for which should be addressed to the copyright holder

Crisis Prevention and Response ServicesA

Crisis Prevention and Response Services

Published by NYA International Registered office

( +44 (0)207 086 4476

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NYAIntl

copy Copyright NYA International Limited 2011 All rights reserved

No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any way or by any means including photocopying or recording without the written permission of the copyright holder application for which should be addressed to the copyright holder