When a global mining company needed to visit Bamako, Mali, at short notice, NGS delivered a remote threat assessment within 48 hours. The assessment gave the client confidence to travel with the right security measures in place.
Mali lies in the heart of the Sahel, one of the most unstable regions in the world. The country faces terrorism, militant conflict, and repeated political coups. Even in the capital, Bamako, risks such as violent crime, corruption, and poor infrastructure create challenges for business travellers.
Late on a Friday, a global mining company reached out to NGS. They were preparing to send executives to Bamako for urgent meetings and required:
Secure ground transport
Before committing, their security team needed a remote threat assessment to confirm whether the trip could safely proceed.
The executives were due to depart on Monday, leaving only the weekend to complete the analysis. By Sunday evening, NGS needed to deliver an evidence-based assessment of the risks, covering terrorism, political instability, crime, and local travel challenges.
One of NGS’ senior analysts volunteered to work across the weekend. He reviewed the latest security reporting, analysed open-source intelligence, and consulted with trusted local service providers in Bamako. This ensured that the assessment reflected not only high-level data but also the real situation on the ground.
By Sunday afternoon, the assessment was drafted. After peer review, only small amendments were required before it was submitted to the client that evening.
The remote threat assessment gave the client the clarity they needed. The report outlined risks in detail and confirmed that, with secure transport and close protection in place, the trip could go ahead.
The executives travelled to Bamako as planned, conducted their meetings, and returned safely. The client praised NGS for the rapid turnaround and the reassurance provided.
This case demonstrates the value of a fast and professional remote threat assessment in high-risk regions. By combining structured analysis with local intelligence, NGS enables clients to make confident decisions under tight deadlines.
