Huawei presents an intelligent fire detection solution using 5G, AI and drones as part of the "Smart & Green Village" program in Cyprus

2023-10-25 12:41:05

Nicosia, Cyprus (OTS/PRNewswire) – Huawei has launched its early fire detection use case in the capital of Cyprus, Nicosia, in collaboration with startup company PROBOTEK. The solution, which uses Cyta’s 5G network, was deployed in Athalassa Park as part of Huawei’s “Smart & Green Village” program Its features were unveiled at a launch event on October 19 in Nicosia.

At the opening of the event sprach Andreas Christou, Vice General Manager des Cyprus Forest Department, on behalf of the President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulidis, the Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment, Petros Xenofontos, and the General Manager of the Forest Department, Charalambos Alexandrou. He said: “This initiative demonstrates the high level of sensitivity and active interest of Huawei Technologies (Cyprus) in issues of protecting our forests and natural environment from fires. There is no room for negligence when fighting fires, and more importantly, no one is left out. It is a great satisfaction that the private sector’s will in this direction is confirmed today by Huawei’s innovative fire alarm program ‘Smart & Green Village’.”

Referring to Huawei’s “Smart & Green Village” program, he said Deputy Minister of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy, Philippos Hadjizaharias: “Huawei has developed a smoke and fire detection drone to prevent and immediately respond to fires in low mountain and mountainous regions. This drone works with artificial intelligence, and its functionality, supported by Cyta’s improved network coverage, increases its reliability in achieving results. Initiatives such as these support the strategy developed by our Ministry for the development of smart cities in Cyprus, which uses innovation and technology to address key challenges that, once solved, will improve the quality of life of our citizens.”

The Chief Commercial Officer from Cyta,George Metzakis, explained: “Cyta’s 5G network will enable Huawei to implement its wildfire detection project by providing high-speed, low-latency connections that are essential for real-time data transmission and drone operations. Looking to the future, the development of 5G opens up endless possibilities, from revolutionizing emergency response to powering smart cities that improve the quality of life for all citizens. It’s a game-changer and we’re excited to be at the forefront of this transformative technology.”

Radoslaw Kedzia, Vice President of Huawei European Region, noted: “Technology should not be in opposition to nature. Instead, it should help nature thrive. We also believe that digital technologies such as AI, cloud and 5G will be rapidly integrated and widely deployed across various industries. This will facilitate digital transformation and sustainable socio-economic development, bringing tangible benefits to society as a whole.”

The event took place in collaboration with Darwin’s Circle as part of the “Vienna Tech for Green Initiative”, an established program for the development of technologies and solutions in the field of sustainability. During a panel discussion underlined Nikolaus Pelinka, the founder of Darwin’s Circle, the importance of technology in the transition to sustainable practices: “At Darwin’s Circle, we believe that technology and innovation are the key drivers for a sustainable and green future. Together with our valuable long-term partner Huawei and other companies and institutions, we launched the Vienna initiative Tech4Green. This initiative aims to focus on the critical role of new technologies in reducing carbon emissions, protecting the environment and creating a better world.”

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