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iPMI Global Speaks with Chris Carter, CEO, ExpatInsure

The International Private Medical Insurance (IPMI) sector has long been defined by legacy giants, complex policy jargon and traditional corporate packages. As the modern expat demographic shifts towards digital nomads, independent professionals and micro-multinationals, the industry is being forced to rethink.  In this exclusive iPMI Global Interview, we sit down with Chris Carter, CEO of ExpatInsure, to discuss the company's growth, how it is using technology to strip the complexity out of buying cover, and why the model of the bloated...

18-06-2026 iPMI Global

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iPMI Global Speaks with Gitte Bach, CEO, New Frontier Group

iPMI Global, the leading business intelligence platform for the international private medical insurance (IPMI) and global assistance sectors, has officially released its latest executive round table report, titled "The Algorithmic Gatekeeper: AI and the Future of IPMI." Featuring crucial insights from New Frontier Group CEO Gitte Bach, “The Algorithmic Gatekeeper” maps the transition from manual administration to intelligent clinical navigation. A primary focal point of the round table is the critical necessity for "explainability" and human accountability as artificial intelligence begins to...

22-05-2026 iPMI Global

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Avinode Launches Game-Changer for the Air Ambulance and Assistance Industry

This new platform brings real-time data, streamlined workflows, and cost-saving solutions to the air ambulance industry.

In the fast-paced world of technology, it is hard to imagine that air medical missions are coordinated using manual methods - relying on emails, phone calls, and even faxes. These fragmented workflows can result in inefficient operations and delays in delivering critical care. The absence of real-time visibility into provider availability and aircraft positioning forces medical teams to depend on time-consuming processes to identify the right aircraft for a mission. Moreover, patient and mission data are often handled through insecure processes, compromising GDPR and compliance. As a result, leadership struggles to manage costs effectively, frequently expending more time and resources than necessary.

Avinode, the leading technology provider in the business aviation sector, is proud to announce the development of its new Air Ambulance Platform. Designed to digitalise medical missions’ planning and management, this digital solution transforms the air ambulance industry by enhancing operational efficiency and reducing costs for medical assistance companies and air ambulance providers globally.

A Seamless Connection for Critical Missions

With over 20 years of experience in the business aviation industry, Avinode has built a platform streamlining the coordination between air ambulance operators and medical assistance companies by providing real-time visibility into provider availability, aircraft location, and mission status. This enhanced connectivity enables faster, more accurate mission planning and execution while reducing operational costs. With over 180 vetted air ambulance operators and more than 430 active aircraft integrated into the system, selecting the optimal provider for any mission is more efficient and dependable than ever.

“We’re thrilled to bring our technology expertise to the air ambulance sector,” said Per Marthinsson, Co-founder and Chief Revenue Officer of Avinode Group. “Our platform offers a powerful, user-friendly solution that simplifies the complexities of mission planning and coordination, helping companies provide lifesaving services more efficiently.”

In 2024, more than 765 air ambulance missions were searched and requested via Avinode, with over 440 missions successfully scheduled and completed. What once took operators up to 20 minutes to prepare - a simple quote - can now be done in seconds.

Innovative Features for Streamlined Operations

The platform includes a host of advanced features, such as:

  • Real-Time Provider Availability: To ensure the best match for each mission, data on provider locations, aircraft readiness, and availability is available in real
  • Cost-Effective Solutions: Optimizing workflow and highlighting opportunities for empty-leg flights and pooling, reducing operational costs while increasing
  • Smart Quoting: Powerful filtering tools and instant response capabilities allow operators to provide quotes in seconds, accelerating the mission planning
  • Integrated Communication Tools: Seamless communication channels between operators and assistance companies through in-system chat

Shaping the Future of Medical Aviation

As the demand for air ambulance services grows worldwide, the new platform will address the industry’s key challenges, particularly cost pressures and logistical complexities. By streamlining communication, improving data accessibility, and offering advanced tools for mission management, Avinode is positioning itself as a critical partner in the future of medical aviation.

“Our goal is to help medical assistance companies and air ambulance providers navigate the fast-paced world of medical aviation with greater ease and efficiency,” added Per Marthinsson. “This platform is designed to support their vital work by offering the technology they need to thrive.”

About Avinode Group

Avinode Group is a trusted leader in developing digital solutions for the business aviation industry. Avinode’s mission is to bring innovation, efficiency, and transparency to the aviation sector, helping companies navigate a rapidly changing landscape.

To learn more please visit: https://avinode.com/air-ambulance/

 

iPMI Global Network Directory

iPMI Global Launches July 2026 Global Provider Network Directory to Streamline B2B Sourcing and Glob…

14-07-2026 Network Directory iPMI Global

iPMI Global, the preeminent business intelligence resource for the international medical insurance sector, today announced the official release of the July 2026 edition of its Global Provider Network Directory. This directory serves as a mission-critical infrastructure tool for senior executives navigating the increasingly complex landscape of global B2B healthcare sourcing. Engineered to function as the definitive online B2B buyer’s guide, the directory eliminates the friction inherent in international partnership identification, providing a standardized, high-impact framework for insurers, hospitals, assistance companies, and third-party administrators (TPAs).

iPMI Global Unveils June 2026 Provider Network Directory: The Authoritative B2B Guide for Internatio…

19-06-2026 Network Directory iPMI Global

iPMI Global, the leading provider of business intelligence for the International Private Medical Insurance (iPMI) sector, today announced the launch of the June 2026 edition of its Global Provider Network Directory. Serving as the definitive online B2B buyer’s guide, this resource is engineered to streamline the identification of global partnerships for insurers, hospitals, assistance companies, and third-party administrators. In an industry where "right place, right time" care delivery is critical, iPMI Global provides a high-impact solution for industry payers looking to expand their service capabilities. The directory centralizes comprehensive company intelligence, offering a single, authoritative platform for executives to navigate the complex international healthcare ecosystem and secure seamless global reach. Discover the June 2026 iPMI Global Provider Network Directory—the definitive B2B buyer's guide for international healthcare sourcing, partnership identification, and market intelligence.

Welcome To iPMI Global

iPMI Global is the leading business intelligence provider for international private medical and expatriate healthcare insurance markets worldwide. Due to the nomadic nature of the international private medical insurance (iPMI) market, iPMI Global is an internet based business intelligence  service for worldwide insurance and medical assistance professionals, who need to understand the impacts of insurance and healthcare policy, regulatory, and legislative developments.

For the past 15 years senior level business executives, in over 120 countries, rely on iPMI Global to stay 1 step ahead of the risk and on the inside track of international private medical insurance.

Covering business travellers, high net worth individuals, expatriate and leisure travel markets, iPMI Global is the only international news source covering the most exciting sector of international health insurance: international private medical insurance.

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