Industry Conference on Technologies for Rescue, Civil Defense and Emergency Prevention

march 2-4, 2027

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357 days 5 hours 10 minutes 14 seconds

Participate in the industry events as part of the Crisis & Safety Forum:

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Critical infrastructure - Cybersecurity, Crisis Scenarios, Organizational Resilience.

Conference room 1
Hall C

Critical infrastructure - Cybersecurity, Crisis Scenarios, Organizational Resilience.

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11:30 -12:00

Dr Marek Mieńkowski – Łazarski University
Dariusz Drąg – Director of Development at Ptak Warsaw Expo

Opening of the fair, start of the conference.

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12:00 - 12:30

Colonel Tomasz Smyl - ECSC

Cybersecurity of critical infrastructure.

12:30 - 13:00

Karol Nowalski 

Using AI for operational security in critical infrastructure.

13:00 - 13:30

Tadeusz Józef Męciński

The use of scenario methods in critical infrastructure security

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13:30 - 14:20

Jarosław Pudzianowski - Government Security Center RCB

Identification of critical infrastructure in accordance with the amendment to the Crisis Management Act.

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14:20 - 14:40

Tomasz Kozłowski - Polish Construction Cluster

BIM and building resilient critical infrastructure in Poland.

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14:40 - 15:00

Dr Marek Mieńkowski – Łazarski University

End of Day 1 of the conference & Q&A.

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11:30 - 12:00

Dr Marek Mieńkowski – Łazarski University

Start of the second day of the conference.

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12:00 - 13:00

Marek Budzisz

Critical infrastructure as a tool for strategic pressure.

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13:00 - 13:40

Andrzej Machnacz

Simulated disintegration as a way of modeling the collapse of critical infrastructure by AI before an attack occurs.

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13:40 - 14:10

dr Anna Grabowska-Siwiec

Intelligence threats to critical infrastructure.

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14:10 - 14:30

Noemi Malska - FINDINGS

Securing the supply chain in critical infrastructure.

14:30 - 15:00

Lucjan Paszkiewicz

The use of scenario methods in securing critical infrastructure.

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15:00

Dr Marek Mieńkowski – Łazarski University

Summary, conclusion of the second day of the conference.

Woman in civil defense

Conference Organizer

Exhibition Studio
Hall C

Woman in civil defense

In the context of changing geopolitics, energy crises and supply chain instability, the importance of civil resilience as an element of national security is growing. During the ‘Civil Resilience 2026’ block, we will discuss how to combine civil defence with social, psychological and organisational preparedness. We will highlight the key role of women in the logistics of everyday life, the resilience of companies through BCP and HR, and the importance of crisis communication and the media. We will conclude with a debate with experts on building a realistic civil resilience system in Poland.


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12:00 - 12:20

Iwona Woźniak-Konopa
Karolina Łappo
Magdalena Kiełducka

Workshops: ‘Women in civil defence’

Why are we women talking about civil resilience today? (geopolitics + crises + resilience)

12:20 -12:40

Karolina Łappo
Iwona Woźniak-Konopa

RESILIENCE TO READINESS PANEL – civil competence model

Panel participants: Małgorzata Albin / Ewa Wierzbicka Nosal

12:40 - 13:00

Iwona Woźniak-Konopa
Karolina Łappo

PANEL DISCUSSION: OC IN COMPANIES, BCP, HR and organisational security

Panel participants: Tina Sobocińska/ Agnieszka Orłowska

13:00 - 13:20

Jadwiga Emilewicz

CIVIL DEFENCE in a broader perspective

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13:20 - 13:50

Dr Jacek Bartosiak

Special guest

Q&A + invitation to collaborate

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13:00 - 13:20

Iwona Woźniak-Konopa
Karolina Łappo
Magdalena Kiełducka

Why are we women talking about civil resilience today? (geopolitics + crises + resilience)

13:20 - 13:40

Karolina Łappo
Iwona Woźniak Konopa

Panel participants: Małgorzata Albin / Ewa Wierzbicka Nosal

What is mental resilience – the key to behavioral readiness in stressful situations + panic + reaction Where to start? 

13:40 - 14:15

Karolina Łappo
Iwona Woźniak Konopa

PANEL DISCUSSION: OC IN COMPANIES, BCP, HR and organisational security

Marek Budzisz, Strategy&Future – special guest

Civil defense and its importance today

14.15-14.14.45

DEBATE: Women in Civil Defense from the perspective of a local government official

 Klaudia Chojecka, goście Marek Budzisz, Tadeusz Królczyk-Mayor of Ochotnica Dolna Municipality

14.15-14.14.45

Iwona Woźniak Konopa, Magdalena Kiełducka

DISCUSSION PANEL: OC IN COMPANIES

Iwona Woźniak Konopa, Magdalena Kiełducka

15.00

Iwona Woźniak Konopa, Magdalena Kiełducka

Q&A + invitation to collaborate

– What does “resilience” mean at the family, company, and state levels?

– What skills do Finns/Israelis/Americans have that Poles do not?

– Who is responsible for civil security in Poland?

– What role can companies play?

– How can we educate civilians without scaring them?

– What is the role of the media in building preparedness rather than panic?

– How can we start implementing this tomorrow?

Show and Workshop Area

Stand C5.25
Hall C

Show and Workshop Area

The Specialized Rescue Service (SRS) is a non-governmental organization consisting of qualified specialists from various fields who are ready to help injured people and animals 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

SRS is a strong team whose members not only have the right qualifications, but also the courage and determination to make helping others their priority.The name of the organization refers to the fact that its members are specialists from various fields who join forces to provide effective assistance in any situation.

The history of SRS dates back to 2022, when, during a relief effort for Ukraine, the organization Animal Rescue Poland decided to transform itself into the Specialist Rescue Service. The idea of creating a rescue group using tracking dogs had long been present among the members of the organization, and the action in Ukraine became the impetus to implement this idea.

SRS consists of various teams, including Water Rescue, Animal Rescue Poland, Training Center, and Search and Rescue Group. Each team has specialized knowledge and experience that is used to provide the most effective assistance possible.

For SRS, the most important thing is to help every living creature, which is why the organization works with commitment and professionalism to ensure maximum protection for people and animals in every situation. More information about each team can be found in the tab for that team.

First Aid Zone

During the Safety and Rescue Fair, the Specialist Rescue Service (SRS) stand will be educational, demonstrative, and interactive. Our goal is to promote safety, first aid, and to present the specialist rescue operations carried out by our organization.

The stand will offer short, practical training sessions on:cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR),AED use,choking procedures,stopping massive bleeding,safety rules at the scene of an incident.Participants will be able to practice rescue procedures themselves under the supervision of SRS instructors.Translated with DeepL.com (free version)

Prevention Zone – Alcohol Goggles and Drug Goggles

We will conduct educational tests using:alcohol goggles,drug goggles.Participants will be able to perform simple coordination and manual tasks to see how alcohol and psychoactive substances affect perception, reaction time, and situation assessment. The goal is to raise awareness of the risks and promote responsible behavior.

Presentation of the Search and Rescue Group

Visitors to the stand will be able to:learn about the specific activities of the search and rescue group,see the equipment used,find out how a search operation is organized,talk to rescuers about real-life activities in the field.We will present our operating procedures and cooperation with other services.

Water Rescue Section

As part of the water rescue section presentation, we will present:basic water rescue equipment,water safety rules,procedures for rescuing a drowning person,preventive and educational activities carried out by the SRS.There will be an opportunity to familiarize yourself with the equipment and discuss real-life scenarios.

Animal Rescue Section

Visitors will learn about:the scope of activities of the Animal Rescue Section,first aid procedures for animals,rules for the safe transport of animals,cooperation with veterinarians and public services.We will present the specialized equipment used during interventions.

Civil Protection and Civil Defense – expert zone and training offer

During the Safety and Rescue fair, the Specialist Rescue Services stand will also be a venue for substantive discussions on civil protection and civil defense in the broadest sense.In the face of contemporary threats – natural crises, critical infrastructure failures, hybrid threats, mass evacuations, and military events – there is a growing need for professional preparation of both public institutions and local communities. 

At the stand, we will be conducting consultations and presenting a comprehensive training offer covering:

Civil protection educationWe discuss:building social resilience,preparing residents for emergency situations,organizing aid and support centers,the principles of civil protection structures,the role of non-governmental organizations in the state security system. 

\We present models of cooperation between:local governments,schools,workplaces,social organizations,and emergency services.


Training offer for administration and local governmentsSRS offers specialized training in:evacuation planning and organization,creating crisis response procedures,organizing assembly points and aid stations,securing mass events,information management in crisis situations,the basics of rescue operations for government employees.

Training courses can be:theoretical (expert lectures),workshop-based (scenario analysis),practical (crisis situation simulations).

Training for companies and workplaces

As part of civil protection, we offer programs for the private sector covering:preparing employees for emergency situations,evacuation procedures,responding to crisis situations. dealing with chemical, fire, and terrorist threats,providing first aid in mass incidents.We emphasize the importance of:employer responsibility,real exercises instead of just documentation,building a culture of safety within the organization. Training for schools and educational institutionsAt our stand, we discuss educational programs for:school administrators,teachers,students.The scope includes, among others:behavior in emergency situations,evacuation procedures,first aid in the school environment,responding to crisis situations and aggression,building awareness of threats among young people.

Exercises and simulations

One of the key elements of our offer are:mass event simulations,evacuation drills,decision-making workshops for management staff,scenario-based training games. During the fair, we present sample exercise scenarios and discuss how to prepare and implement them.


The role of social organizations in the security systemAt our stand, we will be discussing:cooperation between NGOs and public administration,support for rescue operations in crisis situations,the involvement of volunteers in civil protection,building local response structures.We present the SRS's experience in operational, training, and educational activities.The nature of the stand in the area of civil protectionThis part of the stand will be:expert,consultative,training,strategic.We invite representatives of:local government units,uniformed services,public institutions,private companies,schools and educational institutions,social organizations.

Our goal is to raise awareness that civil protection is not only a legal obligation, but also involves real actions, procedures, and competencies that must be systematically developed.

Drone Industry Summit by Polish UAV Chamber

Patronage of the conference

Conference room 1
Hall D

Drone Industry Summit by Polish UAV Chamber

The Polish Chamber of Unmanned Systems (PISB) is an organization supporting the development of the unmanned technology market in Poland, with particular emphasis on supporting SMEs and innovative projects in the field of UAVs.  In its efforts to build an open, safe, and competitive drone market, the Chamber actively cooperates with public administration, research centers, and international partners. 

PISB is involved in legislative activities, the creation of market standards, and the promotion of good practices. The Chamber's key objective is to integrate the industry community and educate the public about modern autonomous technologies.

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10:30 - 11:05

Dariusz Drąg - Director of Development, PWE
Robert Fintak - President of the Polish Chamber of Unmanned Systems, President of TerraHexen Ltd.
Conference moderator: Agnieszka Sygitowicz, President of the Polish-Taiwanese Chamber of Commerce

Official opening of the fair. Start of the conference.

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11:05 - 12:00

Paweł Szymański – Director of the BSP Department at the Civil Aviation Authority
Maciej Włodarczyk - Head of the BSP Department at PAŻP
Karol Cheda – member of the board of the UAV Academy, former LKE examiner
Justyna Siekierczak - President of the Management Board of aeroMind sp. z o.o., sp.k., Vice-President of PISB.
Michał Zawadzak – editor of Świat Dronów (The World of Drones), secretary of PISB
Moderator - Agnieszka Sygitowicz

Discussion panel - “From history to the future - 12 years of history and 12 years of future”

12:00 - 12:20

Coffee break

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12:20 - 13:10

Mariusz Naumienko - President of the Management Board of IWING Sp. z o.o.
Wojciech Majewski - Onde
Maciej Dusza - Agrisky
Elżbieta Mrozek – Head of Airspace Services Department, Emitel
Jarosław Szymański – Director of the Aviation Insurance Office, Mentor SA
Paweł Wójcik - Skysnap
Moderator - Radosław Zych

Panel discussion – “Drones in practice – from concept to operation”

13:10 – 14:00

Lunch & networking

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14:00 - 14:20

Viliam Ostatník - Adaptinstitute

Presentation of the results of an international report (Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Poland) by the Adapt Institute association, prepared in 2025.

Lecture in English.
https://www.adaptinstitute.org/the-future-of-drones-strategic-interregnum/16/12/2025/

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14:20 - 14:40

Sławomir Kosieliński - Index MikroMakro

MicroMacro Institute Report.

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14:40 - 15:20

Szymon Kupaj, Farada
Starcopter - Carsten Rudolph - Germany
Igor Skawiński – Chief Executive Officer of FlyFocus Limited Liability Company

Panel on technological solutions

Panellists:


- Roman Roczniak - solarair.tech - Ukraine

15:20 - 15:35

PAIH support instruments for Polish-Ukrainian cooperation in the unmanned systems sector

PAiH Kijów, Karol Kubica, Tetiana Chuzha 

Innovation ecosystem: How to build trust and safely implement unmanned technologies in civil and defense spaces

Conference room 1
Hall D

Innovation ecosystem: How to build trust and safely implement unmanned technologies in civil and defense spaces

11:00 - 11:10

Commencement of the conference

11:10 - 11:40

Pavlo Lito - CTO, Drone Technology Developer, Nexero

From improvisation to systematicity: the development of Ukrainian unmanned capabilities

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11:40 - 13:10

Paweł Wiszniewski - Moderator, Deputy Director of the Breakthrough Technologies Department, National Security Office
Wojciech Górecki - Expert in New Technologies and Crisis Management, AGH Cybersecurity Centre, DIANA NATO
Adrian Drzycimski - President of the Foundation for the Support of New Technologies
Anna Mazur - Chief Research Specialist – Area Leader – Head of the Certification Unit, Łukasiewicz Research Network, Institute of Aviation
nadbryg. w st. sp. dr inż Mariusz Feltynowski - Strategic advisor, international expert in crisis management and civil protection, researcher
Paweł Śmiałek - Head of Research and Development Department, Korbowo

The innovation ecosystem, or how to tame unmanned technologies (The innovation ecosystem: how to build trust and safely implement unmanned technologies in civil and defence spaces)

13:10 - 13:40

Break

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13:40 - 14:00

Anna Mazur - Chief Research Specialist – Area Leader – Head of the Certification Unit, Łukasiewicz Research Network, Institute of Aviation

Assessment of the compliance of drones with EU legal requirements, including JC services (compliance assessment, certification, training, risk analysis, SORA, etc.)

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14:00 - 14:30

Paweł Śmiałek - Head of Research and Development, Korbowo

The importance of a technologically sovereign domestic UAV industry for Poland's security.

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14:30 - 14:50

Maximilian Minta - CEO, Neptun Studio / Dratewka Power

Testing and development of multi-domain unmanned systems in virtual environments

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14:50 - 15:20

Wojciech Górecki - Expert in the field of drones and AI in dual-use applications, AGH Cybersecurity Centre

Your drone was hacked before it took off - Cybersecurity in UAV manufacturing and supply chains

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15:20 - 15:50

dr Mariusz T. Kłoda - Faculty of Law and Administration, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń, Laboratory of Legal Aspects of New Technologies and Space Exploration

Legal aspects of the use of autonomous space objects

Industry, Science, Business

Hall D
TRADE FAIR STUDIO

Industry, Science, Business

The Łukasiewicz Research Network is one of the largest research and development networks in Europe, bringing together nearly 30 scientific and technological institutes throughout Poland. Its mission is to support the development of an innovative economy by providing comprehensive technological solutions for industry, administration, and the public sector. 

Łukasiewicz institutes actively participate in national and international projects, conducting applied research in areas such as aviation, defense, robotics, automation, future mobility, digitization, artificial intelligence, materials engineering, and zero-emission technologies. 

The network includes, among others, Łukasiewicz – Institute of Aviation, specializing in research on aviation and space technologies, and Łukasiewicz – PIAP, a recognized leader in mobile robotics and autonomous systems for the security and defense sector. Łukasiewicz's activities integrate science with the economy, focusing on the implementation of innovation, the development of national competencies, and the support of strategic industrial sectors.



11:30 – 12:30

PANEL 1. Unmanned technologies: between defence and civilian applications

Dr Hubert Cichocki, President of the Łukasiewicz Centre
Janusz Noga, PhD, former President of Telesystem-Mesko (PGZ)
Krzysztof Pietrzykowski, Deputy President of the Government Agency for Strategic Reserves
Gen. Edward Gruszka, Advisor at the Ministry of National Defence
Moderator: Mateusz Multarzyński, Defence24.pl

11:00 – 11:20

The phenomenon of icing in unmanned operations: risks and countermeasures

Paulina Woroniecka, Research Specialist, CTL, Łukasiewicz – ILOT
Maciej Osiewicz, Senior Research Specialist, CTK, Łukasiewicz – ILOT

11:20 – 12:10

PANEL 2. The use of artificial intelligence in unmanned systems

Prof. Jolanta Itrich-Drabarek, PhD, Vice-President for Research at the Łukasiewicz Centre
Jan Kozak, PhD, professor at the University of Economics in Katowice, director of Łukasiewicz – AI
Ewa Mikos-Romanowicz, Business Development Director, Siemens Sp. z o.o.
Anna Timofiejczuk, PhD, Eng., Professor at the Silesian University of Technology, Director of Academic Programmes at PolSV,
Moderator: Mikołaj Rogalewicz, Defence24

12:10 – 12:30

Real-time infrastructure monitoring (SMILE) and swarm technologies as two examples of areas of development for unmanned systems in the Remote Sensing Department

Karol Bęben, Research Specialist, Aviation Technology Centre, Łukasiewicz – ILOT

11:00 – 11:05

Welcome

11.05 – 11.25

From flight to detection

Wiktor Kozłowski, Mechatronics and UAV Specialist, Innovative Technology Research Centre, Łukasiewicz – AI

11:25 – 12:20

PANEL 3. Consolidation of the science ecosystem's expertise in unmanned systems – the CEZAR initiative

Piotr Szynkarczyk, PhD, Eng., Director of Łukasiewicz – PIAP
General Mieczysław Cieniuch, former head of the Polish Armed Forces
Dr Antoni Niepokólczycki, Director of Research and Development at WZL 1
Aleksander Rajch, Member of the Board of PSNM
Anna Timofiejczuk, PhD, Eng., Professor at the Silesian University of Technology, Director of Academic Programmes at PolSV
Moderator: Mariusz Marszałkowski, Defence24.pl

12:20 – 12:40

One year after the White Paper on European defence and Poland's role in European defence initiatives

Dr Michał Matlak, Director of Łukasiewicz – ITECH

12:40 – 13:00

Batteries of the future and the real capabilities of drones: what will change in the coming years?

Mariusz Walkowiak, PhD, Eng., Director of the Centre for Chemical Power Sources, Łukasiewicz – IMN

13:00 – 13:55

PANEL 4. The application of space technology in the field of unmanned systems support

Adam Okniński, PhD, Eng., Representative for Space Technologies at Łukasiewicz – ILOT
Moderator: Wojciech Kaczanowski, Defence24.pl
Prof. Tadeusz Uhl, PhD, Eng., Dean of the Faculty of Space Technology at AGH University of Science and Technology
Dr Piotr Szynkarczyk, Director of Łukasiewicz – PIAP Błażej Marciniak, President and co-founder of Thaliana Space

13:55 – 14:15

Modern material technologies for unmanned vehicles

Arkadiusz Majoch, PhD, Deputy Director for Research, Łukasiewicz – IChP

14:15 – 14:35

From aviation to automotive to medicine: modern magnetic field shielding coatings

Dr Anetta Walawska, Chief Research Specialist, Circular Economy Centre, Łukasiewicz – ŁIT
Education for the changing labor market.

Exhibition Studio
Hall D

Education for the changing labor market.

The Association for Professional Development (ZDZ) is one of the oldest and largest educational organizations in Poland, supporting the development of professional skills and adapting employee qualifications to the needs of the modern economy for over 100 years. 

As part of its activities, ZDZ conducts training, courses, and vocational education centers, emphasizing practical skills and modern technologies. A particularly important center in the context of unmanned technologies is ZDZ Radom, which for several years has been developing proprietary training programs in the field of operation and use of unmanned aerial vehicles (drones). This branch not only trains UAV operators in accordance with European standards, but is also actively involved in the development of digital and technological competences in the industrial, agricultural, and uniformed services sectors. 

ZDZ's participation in Drone World Expo 2026 is an important signal for the educational and industrial communities, showing how continuing education institutions can help shape the future of the unmanned sector in Poland.



13:45-14:25

Drone technologies in education, as exemplified by the ZDZ schools in Kielce and Katowice.

14:25-15:00

The Industry Skills Center is an innovative educational institution that responds to the needs of the changing labor market.

Medal Ceremony

Date

3 march
time. 14:30

Location

Hall C
Trade Fair Studio

Trade Fair Medals Award Ceremony

Trends Panel And Exhibitors Presentation

Trade Fair Studio
Hall C

Trends Panel And Exhibitors Presentation

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11:00

Senior Warrant Officer Andrzej Wojtusik, reserve - Mactronic

How to choose mobile lighting for OLiOC so that it works from the very first hours of a crisis

This is a practical training course for people responsible for operational readiness, organisation of activities and equipment in the field of civil protection. Participants will learn methods for selecting mobile lighting based on real-life scenarios – from evacuation and zone marking, through rescue operations and field work without power supply, to the organisation of medical points, logistics centres and backup office workspaces.

What we will show:

- the effects of a lack of light in emergency situations,

key lighting functions in OLiOC,

- the order of use of equipment (what must work first),

- the most important criteria for selecting lighting: technical, functional and organisational.

The training covers issues related to light parameters, resistance, power supply, work ergonomics, servicing and maintaining the readiness of mobile lighting equipment for emergency situations.

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11:00

Michał Kułaczkowski - CEO Defencebay

Modern crisis management in administration

11:30

Wojciech Jóźwiak - Inconnect

Disinfection of drinking water in natural disasters and emergency situations

12:00

Monika Czapla - Dupont
Tomasz Bednarek - Dupont

The effectiveness of CBRN protective clothing in emergency services operations: labelling standards, resistance tests and equipment selection rules

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Celebrating Excellence: Medal Awards Ceremony

This event honors the best of the best, highlighting their contributions to the industry’s development and showcasing the most advanced solutions in the following categories:

Trade Fair Premiere: Recognition for exhibitors who introduced innovative products or services at the fair, presenting them to the public for the first time.

Innovation: An award for companies that have presented groundbreaking technologies or solutions with the potential to revolutionize the industry.

Trade Fair Display: A prize awarded for exceptional booth design and aesthetics that stand out for their creativity and attract visitors’ attention.

Trade Fair Product: An award for exhibitors whose product stands out for its quality, functionality, and significance for the industry’s development, earning recognition from both visitors and experts.

The trade fair studio

We invite you to the Trade Fair Studio, where during exclusive interviews with industry experts and outstanding exhibitors, you will learn about the latest trends and innovative solutions. In this inspiring environment, market leaders will share their experiences and visions for the future, providing valuable insights and knowledge. The Trade Fair Studio is also connected with the Medal Award Ceremony, where distinguished exhibitors are honored, adding prestige to the event and highlighting the importance of innovation and excellence in the industry..

Inspiring conversations and new opportunities – the networking zone awaits!

The B2B Networking Zone is an extension of the conference, offering participants a unique opportunity to engage in direct discussions with speakers and other industry experts. In this zone, attendees can exchange insights, ask questions, and establish valuable business connections in a more informal atmosphere.

Join us to deepen your knowledge, continue the inspiring discussions from the conference, and form valuable relationships that can benefit both you and your company!