An aerospace company uses Everbridge during emergency evacuation

A number of employees from one of the world’s largest aerospace companies were located in French Guiana, South America. The team’s visit to the region was connected with the launch of a French rocket from the Guiana Space Center.

In a country already experiencing tensions, a simple protest by locals outside the Spaceport, as part of a labor dispute, rapidly escalated and became volatile. Increasing crowds gathered and local nationals began to blockade certain major thoroughfares and roadways along the coast.

As demonstrations continued into the evening, several hotels housing foreign business travelers, including the company’s personnel, also became the target of the protests. With the situation becoming increasingly dangerous, the company contacted Everbridge and requested assistance.