
Hall 26 – Booth F03-e
#CivilProtection #DisasterResilience #ResponderInnovation #CBRN #CrisisManagement #EmergencyResponders
ABOUT US :
DIREKTION is a European network dedicated to accelerating the uptake of innovative technologies and solutions for emergency responders.
The network connects fire and rescue services, civil protection authorities, research organisations, technology developers and policy stakeholders to address critical capability gaps in disaster risk management and crisis response. Its mission is to ensure that innovation is driven by operational needs and that validated solutions reach responders more rapidly and effectively.
Through structured engagement mechanisms — including the DIREKTION Innovation Awards, thematic webinars, capability gap analysis and stakeholder forums — the network supports:
- Identification and prioritisation of operational needs from practitioners
- Assessment and visibility of high-TRL, market-ready solutions
- Promotion of emerging innovation projects with strong operational relevance
- Structured dialogue between responders and technology providers
- Alignment with European civil security policies and research priorities
DIREKTION focuses on key domains central to modern crisis management, including:
- Situational awareness and actionable decision support
- Interoperable and resilient communications
- Robotics and remote operations in hazardous environments
- Wildfire and wildland–urban interface protection
- CBRN detection, monitoring and response
- Risks related to electric vehicles and new energy carriers
- Responder health, safety and contamination management
By bridging research, industry and operational end-users, DIREKTION strengthens Europe’s disaster resilience ecosystem and promotes cross-border cooperation in civil protection.
At INTERSCHUTZ 2026, DIREKTION will showcase awarded innovations and facilitate exchanges between emergency responders, technology providers and institutional stakeholders, contributing to a more connected, capable and future-ready responder community.

DIREKTION Innovation Awards
The DIREKTION Innovation Awards identify and promote high-impact, operationally relevant solutions that address critical responder capability gaps. Selected technologies are assessed by responders and recognised for their maturity and field applicability. Awarded solutions gain visibility at major European events, including INTERSCHUTZ and CERIS (Community for European Research and Innovation for Security), and within responder networks, supporting faster uptake, cross-border exchange and real operational deployment across Europe.

Capability Gap Assessment & DASF
The DIREKTION Assessment and Screening Framework (DASF) provides a transparent and structured method to identify and prioritise responder capability gaps across prevention, preparedness, response and recovery. Based on practitioner-informed analysis, the framework enables systematic screening of technologies, assessment of EU Horizon outcomes and roadmap development. Executed regularly, DASF supports coordinated research programming and ensures alignment between operational needs, innovation investments and sustainable capability development.

Policy support & strategic recommendations
DIREKTION contributes to European policy development through its Policy Brief “Strengthening Responder Technology in Disasters.”
Building on identified capability gaps and assessed solutions, it provides actionable recommendations to support technology uptake, improve interoperability and guide future investments in disaster resilience across Europe. https://www.direktion-network.org/policybrief

DIREKTION network
DIREKTION provides a European platform for direct interaction between responders, technology providers and research projects. Through thematic webinars, awards and solution assessments, the network enables operational feedback, knowledge exchange and early market access for innovative solutions. This structured dialogue accelerates innovation uptake and strengthens cooperation across the civil protection ecosystem.

DIREKTION promotes sustainable and responsible innovation by supporting technologies that enhance environmental protection, risk mitigation and climate resilience in disaster management.
NEW INNOVATION
All the DIREKTION Innovation Awards – 2025 & 2026 winners (https://www.direktion-network.org/solutions-assessed)
CONTACT US

Olivier SALVIDIREKTION Coordinator
E-mail : contact@direktion-network.org
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