RESPOND-A project holds final conference in Cyprus, showcasing new crisis management technologies and practices developed over three years with funding from the European Commission. The conference was attended by representatives of 33 organizations from 13 European countries and featured keynote speakers, pilot project results, and demonstrations of sensors, wearables, and data fusion tools.
On 19 October 2022, the RESPOND-A project organised its 2nd pilot near Larnaca in Cyprus. The exercise, led by IANUS consulting, gathered RESPOND-A technology providers, first responders from the Cyprus Fire Service and the Greek Civil Protection (RSF Hellas) as well as observers. The objective was to test innovative technologies and equipment that enhance the safety and operational capabilities of first responders, in a severe forest fire scenario. As a research and development project, pilots are key events in the project’s development as they allow technical providers to test and receive feedback on their solutions. The following technologies have been tested during the pilot: – Common Operational application – Real-time disaster management system – Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) operations and satellite communications backhaul – Interactive multi-view 360° Virtual Reality video system – Sensors and smart wearables for health status monitoring – Next generation triage system These are only a portion of the technologies developed within RESPOND-A. More details about the full range of RESPOND-A products & services are available on the RESPOND-A website. Technologies were used for area monitoring as well as the establishment of a common operational picture through real-time visualization and data collection. Sub-scenarios involving missing responders and the need for quick and effective triage and a rescue of victims in a car crash were also put in place. The performance of each solution will be carefully assessed and the feedback gathered will feed onto the technical development of the project. One last pilot will take place in Valencia, Spain in February 2023. The last RESPOND-A pilot before the end of the project around summer 2023. www.respond-a-project.eu
Text: RESPOND-A partners were happy to organise and lead a session on new Technologies for First Responders as part of the Nicosia Risk Forum on November 16th 2022. The session, which was broadcasted live during the event, featured presentations from 6 EU-funded projects (RESPOND-A/Search-and-Rescue/RESCUER/ASSISTANCE/INGENIOUS/TEAMAWARE) developing innovative technologies for First Responders. After the presentations followed a very fruitful open discussion on certain issues, common to all EU funded projects in this field (gap analysis, end-user requirements/involvement, exploitation, sustainability, standard operational procedures, adaptiveness new technologies). The session was informative for the public and also a great occasion for projects working in the same field to share knowledge. The recording is available here -> https://youtu.be/31H-Y_e-XNE
This fourth RESPOND-A Webinar will take place on 29 November 2022 and focus on Robots and Unmanned Vehicles to support First Responders Operations. We will provide the state-of-the-art and discuss how these technologies are integrated as part of the RESPOND-A project. Relevant projects (Search&Rescue/Intrepid) developing these technologies as well as the German Rescue Robotics centre will contribute to the programme. The webinar is open to all and Free of charge.
RESPOND-A and its technologies were presented as part of the National French Firefighter Congress taking place from 21 to 24 September 2022 in Nancy, France. The National Congress of Firefighters of France is a major annual meeting point between firefighters, their national federation and their governance. It welcomes tens of thousands of visitors, brings together more than 4,000 delegates and allows more than 400 exhibitors and industrialists to unveil their latest innovations in the field of rescue and fire and to access a large professional market. It is also a time when a large public can come to meet the firefighters of France.
On 6 July the Administration for Maritime Safety and Port Management of Montenegro (RESPOND-A partner) met with Prime Minister of Montenegro, Dr. Dritan Abazović and other ministers of the Montenegro Government, during which, he took the opportunity to present the H2020 projects in AMSPM and particularly the RESPOND-A project to PM and present ministers. During his presentation Mr. Kapidani pointed out the significant efforts of RESPOND-A project in developing the next generation equipement for First Responders and its application in maritime SAR actions, together with other outcomes of project RESPOND-A.
The RESPOND-A project is present in the exhibition area of the INTERSCHUTZ event, taking place in Hannover, Germany from 20 to 25 June, 2022. Our partner VALLFIREST is representing us at stand H40 in HALL 14. Come say hi! About Interschutz Staged over six days, INTERSCHUTZ features eye-catching exhibitions and engaging forums on the many aspects of fire-fighting, rescue services, civil protection and safety and security. Visit the Interschutz website
The RESPOND-A project is present in the exhibition area of the CCW2022 event, taking place in Vienna from 21 to 23 June, 2022. Our partner ATHONET is representing us at stand number E71! About CCW2022 CCW unites mission-critical and business-critical end-users and manufacturers for three days of inspiration, knowledge and connections. Meet leading international suppliers Discover, compare and source cutting-edge technology Gain up-to-the-minute policy, insight and intelligence Benefit from real-world case studies and best practice advice Enjoy three action-packed days of high-level networking Achieve your goals and transform your organisation Visit CCW22 website
RESPOND-A was presented at EUROSATORY, between June 13 and 17 in Paris, France. The project was presented in the exhibition area by partner 8BELLS. About EUROSATORY The international land and air Defence and Security exhibition, will be held on 13 – 17 June 2022 at the Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Center. Regarded as the world’s largest international Land and Air Defence and Security tradeshow and exhibition, Eurosatory 2022 is a 5-day exhibition based on four pillars: International: Eurosatory brings together worldwide exhibitors, visitors and journalists Business: exhibitors and visitors will develop commercial opportunities and relationships Technology showcase: the exhibition showcases life-size equipment and systems A forum for ideas: attend conferences and discuss the evolution of Defence and Security. Read More
RESPOND-A @ CEPOL Research & Science Conference 2022, Vilnius Preparing law enforcement for the digital age has been the main theme of this year’s CEPOL Research and Science Conference, bringing together 200 participants from around 30 countries and 7 international organisations. The conference has been organised by the EU Agency for Law Enforcement Training (CEPOL), jointly with Mykolas Romeris University, in Vilnius, Lithuania,on 10th June 2022 – within the scope of CEPOL’s Justice and Home Affairs Agencies Network presidency programme. By bringing together ideas and perspectives of practitioners, trainers and educators in policing and other areas of law enforcement, with researchers and academic scholars from Europe and the international sphere, the conference main objective has been to provide answers on how to upskill law enforcement officials so that they can stay ahead of crime and better respond to the challenges of new ground-breaking technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI). Cross-border cooperation, exchanging knowledge and good practices, and the respect of fundamental rights, are key elements of success. Under the title of “RESPOND-A Project: how digital tools can help LEAs managing emergencies” RESPOND-A was presented to an audience of 200 representatives, most of them from law enforcement. You can find the agenda here.
