Highlights from FIDAL’s Workshop at PSCE Conference in Brussels

In December 2024, FIDAL had the opportunity to organize a dedicated workshop on PPDR at the PSCE Conference in Brussels, bringing together a range of key stakeholders, partners, and innovators in public safety technology.

The event served as a platform to showcase several use cases solutions tested within the framework of the project, and to present examples of technologies from winners of the first  FIDAL Open Call. . During the Workshop discussions revolved around three major thematic: Real-time incident detection, Situational awareness, Augmented and extended reality.

An insight on the presentations made at the workshop:

1. Real-time incident detection:

1. FIDAL use case 2

This Fidal use case demonstrated how 5G technology can significantly improve the detection and management capacities of forest fires. 

1. Open call project: SwarmCatcher

The SwarmCatcher project introduces a new anti-drone and surveillance infrastructure, powered by AI algorithms and 5G communications.

1. Open call project: EFFECT

The EFFECT project focuses on early fire detection using in-situ sensors and smart incident response systems. The goal is to minimize damage and optimize team coordination from the very first signs of fire activity.

2. Situational awareness

1. FIDAL use case 3 

Use Case 3 explores the capabilities of real-time, high-quality video streaming across PPDR networks. The system enables ultra-low latency video sharing, essential for critical missions in areas with complex infrastructures.

1. Open call project: MC-SEAL

MC-SEAL investigates a new way to offer Mission Critical Services (MCX) through a Service Enabler Architecture Layer (SEAL). This innovation simplifies user access to advanced MCX technologies, ensuring reliability and compliance with 3GPP standards.

1. Open call project: B5G-MobiTrust

B5G-MobiTrust utilizes B5G to enhance traffic prioritization for PPDR operations. By expanding FIDAL’s Malaga testbed with edge nodes and mobile command & control centers, the project strengthens mission-critical network resilience and responsiveness.

3. Augmented and extended reality

1. FIDAL use case 6.2

Use case 6.2, augmented reality is being tested as a tool to deliver real-time, context-sensitive information to law enforcement agents. This innovation improves situational awareness, helping agents make smarter, safer decisions on the field.

1. Open call project: RescueSync

RescueSync introduces an immersive, real-time communication platform that bridges the operational gap between field officers and command & control centers. Through XR interfaces, it enhances coordination and boosts operational clarity during fast-paced interventions.

Watch the official workshop recap HERE