The CTIF Commission for Extrication & New Technology meets in Stavanger in November

Dear Commission Members,

On behalf of Rogaland Fire and Rescue IKS, it is our pleasure to invite you to the upcoming meeting of the CTIF Commission for Extrication and New Technology, which will be held in Stavanger, Norway, from 9 to 13 November 2026.

CTIF COMMISSION FOR EXTRICATION AND NEW TECHNOLOGY

Invitation to Working Meeting and Technical Excursion

Stavanger, Norway

9-13 November 2026

The meeting will provide an opportunity to exchange experiences, discuss emerging rescue challenges, and continue the Commission's important work related to vehicle extrication, road rescue, alternative fuel vehicles, and new transportation technologies.

In addition to the Commission meetings, participants will have the opportunity to take part in a technical excursion focusing on the ongoing electrification of public transportation in the Stavanger region. The programme will include presentations from public transport operators and emergency services, as well as visits to operational facilities and electric bus infrastructure.

These activities will provide valuable insight into the practical implications of new technologies for rescue operations, firefighting tactics, and emergency response planning.

The Stavanger region is currently introducing one of Norway's largest electric bus fleets, creating a unique opportunity to study operational challenges and lessons learned related to high-voltage systems, battery technologies, rescue procedures, and incident management.

Programme Highlights

The meeting programme will include:

• Commission working sessions

• National updates from member countries

• Discussions on emerging rescue technologies and operational challenges

• Technical presentations related to electric bus systems

• Site visits and technical excursions

• Planning and coordination of future Commission activities

An official Commission Dinner will be held on Wednesday evening, providing an excellent opportunity for professional networking and the exchange of experiences among members.

Preliminary Schedule:

Monday, 9 November

Arrival of participants

Tuesday, 10 November

Commission Meetings and Working Sessions

• Informal welcome gathering
• Commission work sessions
• Exchange of national updates

Wednesday, 11 November

Technical Excursion

• Transport to SASIRO
• Technical presentations
• Site visits and operational demonstrations
• Discussions on electric transport systems and emergency response
• Official Commission Dinner

Thursday, 12 November

Commission Meetings and Future Planning

• Working groups
• Project updates
• Future Commission activities
• Closing discussions

Friday, 13 November

Departure of participants

Transportation

Transportation between the hotel, meeting venue, and excursion locations will be arranged by the organizers.

Transfers associated with the official meeting programme, including the technical excursion, will be provided.

We look forward to welcoming you to Stavanger for what promises to be a productive and inspiring meeting of the CTIF Commission for Extrication and New Technology.

Yours sincerely,

Svein Thelin Knutsen
Section Manager
Rogaland Fire and Rescue IKS

On behalf of the

CTIF Commission for Extrication and New Technology

“Sharing knowledge, improving rescue operations, and preparing for the challenges of tomorrow.”

Photo Credit: Wikipedia Commons Creative License

Straumsteinsundet i Stavanger, Gandsfjorden i øvre del av bildet.

Date: 23 July 2014, 18:26:59

Author: Øyvind Rask

Camera location

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