Published on
September 30, 2025
And the winner is … LAR
Three Awards for LAR, Including Another International Air Ambulance & Medevac Operator of the Year Title.
Last week, Luxembourg Air Rescue was called to the winners’podium no fewer than three times in Istanbul. During the Global Forum of theInternational Assistance Group, LAR received awards in the categories ofQuality and Medical Assistance Collaboration. The latter recognised theoutstanding professionalism demonstrated during the transfer of patientsaffected by the Hantavirus outbreak in May.
The internationally respected International Travel &Health Insurance Journal (ITIJ) has also made its decision. Having previouslyreceived the award in 2016 and 2024, LAR has once again been namedInternational Air Ambulance & Medevac Operator of the Year in 2026. Thisprestigious global accolade recognises excellence in innovation, advancementand continuous improvement in the field of patient repatriation.
“From humble beginnings, we have grown into one of theworld’s leading air rescue providers, always guided by our commitment todelivering the highest standards of safety and care to our members andpatients. Our dedication to quality, ongoing investment in staff training anddevelopment, and the use of state-of-the-art operational and aviationtechnologies have clearly paid off. This award fills me with pride, and I wouldlike to thank the entire team for their exceptional dedication andachievements,” said René Closter, Founder and President of LAR.
Among the criteria assessed were technological innovation,sustainability, training and professional development, and customer service.The verdict in Istanbul was clear: LAR continues to set new benchmarks forexcellence in air ambulance and medical evacuation services, deliveringsignificant added value to travellers and patients worldwide through itsexpertise, innovation and unwavering commitment to quality.
And the winner is … LAR
Three Awards for LAR, Including Another International Air Ambulance & Medevac Operator of the Year Title.
Last week, Luxembourg Air Rescue was called to the winners’podium no fewer than three times in Istanbul. During the Global Forum of theInternational Assistance Group, LAR received awards in the categories ofQuality and Medical Assistance Collaboration. The latter recognised theoutstanding professionalism demonstrated during the transfer of patientsaffected by the Hantavirus outbreak in May.
The internationally respected International Travel &Health Insurance Journal (ITIJ) has also made its decision. Having previouslyreceived the award in 2016 and 2024, LAR has once again been namedInternational Air Ambulance & Medevac Operator of the Year in 2026. Thisprestigious global accolade recognises excellence in innovation, advancementand continuous improvement in the field of patient repatriation.
“From humble beginnings, we have grown into one of theworld’s leading air rescue providers, always guided by our commitment todelivering the highest standards of safety and care to our members andpatients. Our dedication to quality, ongoing investment in staff training anddevelopment, and the use of state-of-the-art operational and aviationtechnologies have clearly paid off. This award fills me with pride, and I wouldlike to thank the entire team for their exceptional dedication andachievements,” said René Closter, Founder and President of LAR.
Among the criteria assessed were technological innovation,sustainability, training and professional development, and customer service.The verdict in Istanbul was clear: LAR continues to set new benchmarks forexcellence in air ambulance and medical evacuation services, deliveringsignificant added value to travellers and patients worldwide through itsexpertise, innovation and unwavering commitment to quality.
And the winner is … LAR
Three Awards for LAR, Including Another International Air Ambulance & Medevac Operator of the Year Title.
Last week, Luxembourg Air Rescue was called to the winners’podium no fewer than three times in Istanbul. During the Global Forum of theInternational Assistance Group, LAR received awards in the categories ofQuality and Medical Assistance Collaboration. The latter recognised theoutstanding professionalism demonstrated during the transfer of patientsaffected by the Hantavirus outbreak in May.
The internationally respected International Travel &Health Insurance Journal (ITIJ) has also made its decision. Having previouslyreceived the award in 2016 and 2024, LAR has once again been namedInternational Air Ambulance & Medevac Operator of the Year in 2026. Thisprestigious global accolade recognises excellence in innovation, advancementand continuous improvement in the field of patient repatriation.
“From humble beginnings, we have grown into one of theworld’s leading air rescue providers, always guided by our commitment todelivering the highest standards of safety and care to our members andpatients. Our dedication to quality, ongoing investment in staff training anddevelopment, and the use of state-of-the-art operational and aviationtechnologies have clearly paid off. This award fills me with pride, and I wouldlike to thank the entire team for their exceptional dedication andachievements,” said René Closter, Founder and President of LAR.
Among the criteria assessed were technological innovation,sustainability, training and professional development, and customer service.The verdict in Istanbul was clear: LAR continues to set new benchmarks forexcellence in air ambulance and medical evacuation services, deliveringsignificant added value to travellers and patients worldwide through itsexpertise, innovation and unwavering commitment to quality.
