Participating in a high-level international forum session on September 25, LMT revealed the practical applications of computer vision, 5G networks, and drones in revolutionizing the efficiency and effectiveness of public safety and emergency response efforts.
The session was held within the scope of an international forum taking place from September 24 to 26 in Riga. The forum brought together participants and stakeholders from two international projects – 5G4LIVES and AI4CITIZENS. LMT has been actively involved in the 5G4LIVES project as one of its partners.
On September 25, the forum participants visited LMT headquarters, where Ricards Fomrats, Head of Computer Vision and Mobility Business at LMT, shared insights on the transformative potential of computer vision for public safety. Additionally, Pedro Obando from the European Commission’s Health and Digital Executive Agency shared insights that underscored the importance of innovation and collaboration in creating safer communities.
Later in the afternoon, a live use-case demonstration took place at Ķīšezers lake, showcasing how 5G networks, drones, and AI can ensure faster emergency responses, automate operations, and help save lives. Equipped with high-resolution cameras, thermal sensors, and 5G connectivity, drones enable significantly quicker response times in emergencies than ever before, providing rescue staff with near real-time situation awareness.
5G is not just faster internet – it is the foundation for a new ecosystem of safety and protection. We are proud that solutions developed in Latvia show how mobile technologies and artificial intelligence can work together to save lives when every second counts,
Juris Binde, President of LMT, highlighted.Held in Riga, the forum solidified the city’s reputation as a prime location for testing innovative technologies under real-world conditions. Viesturs Kleinbergs, Chairman of the Riga City Council, stated: “Innovation is becoming integral to Riga’s strategic development. Riga is increasingly investing in technologies that not only help grow the city but also safeguard human lives. For instance, using drones in municipal operations demonstrates how innovation can benefit the public, which is particularly vital in crises when every second is critical.”
5G4LIVES is a collaborative international project aimed at enabling the development of an emergency management and risk prevention service, focusing on search and rescue operations in Riga, Latvia, as well as natural disaster management and response in Turin, Italy. The project unites eight public and private sector organizations – Riga State City Municipal Agency, Riga State City Municipal Police, LMT, The Electronic Communications Office of Latvia, VEFRESH, WIND TRE SPA, COMUNE DI TORINO, and the Polytechnic University of Turin.