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🚨 Upcoming DIREKTION Webinar – Robotics for High-Risk Fire and Industrial Operations

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How can robotics help emergency responders operate safely in hazardous environments such as large fires, industrial accidents, or structurally unstable areas?


On March 27, 2026, the DIREKTION project will host a new webinar dedicated to the use of robotics in high-risk fire and industrial operations. The session will explore how robotic systems can support emergency responders by enabling remote intervention, improving situational awareness, and reducing risks during dangerous operations.

The webinar will bring together emergency responders, researchers, and technology providers to discuss operational needs, recent research developments, and real-world deployments of robotic systems in emergency response.

Participants will gain insights into the current capabilities and future potential of rescue robotics, including the use of remotely operated ground robots in fire and hazardous environments.


Agenda highlights

  • Welcome and opening remarks - Olivier Salvi, DIREKTION Coordinator, INERIS Développement

  • Setting the scene: Emergency responder perspective - Martin Nekula, Czech Fire Service

  • Research insights: Robotics for emergency response - Ivana Kruijff-Korbayová, German Rescue Robotics Center (DRZ)

  • Industry perspectives and technology demonstration - Bruno Cruchant, Shark Robotics

  • Panel discussion and audience Q&A - Moderated by Olivier Salvi

  • Summary and closing remarks


Practical information

📅 Date: 27 March 2026

⏰ Time: 14:00 – 15:30 CET

📍 Format: Online



This webinar is organised by the DIREKTION project, a Horizon Europe initiative supporting the uptake of research and innovation to strengthen the capabilities of European first responders.

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