The SUNRISE Project, together with EU-CIP and ATLANTIS, successfully concluded its Joint Final Event under the theme “Collaborate, Innovate, Anticipate, Protect – A European Blueprint for Resilient Infrastructure.”
Setting the Stage for Resilience
The day opened with remarks from Max Brandt (DG HOME) and a keynote by Andrew McKay Bower (UNDRR), setting the framework for dialogue on Europe’s preparedness and resilience. Guided by Sebastian Serwiak (DG HOME) as Master of Ceremony, the programme featured perspectives from policy, industry, and research, showcasing the breadth of expertise mobilised to strengthen Europe’s critical infrastructure.
Project Highlights
Presentations spotlighted the projects at the core of the event:
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SUNRISE Project – presented by Aljosa Pasic
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EU-CIP – presented by Emilia Gugliandolo
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ATLANTIS Project – presented by Gabriele Giunta
From Research to Industry
The panel “From Research to Industry” brought together voices from sectors including energy, finance, healthcare, and aviation to discuss how European research can deliver tangible benefits for critical infrastructure. Moderated by Doris Neumann (SUNRISE Project Officer), the session underscored the importance of ensuring research outputs address the needs of end-users and industry leaders.
Innovation in Action
Live demonstrations showcased how research translates into practical solutions for resilience:
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Artemis Voulkidis (Synelixis Solutions SA, ATLANTIS)
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Daniel Vladusic (XLAB), Andrea Bello (Dolomiti Energia), and Tomaz Ramsak (Slovenske železnice) (SUNRISE)
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Susana González Zarzosa (Atos/Eviden, SUNRISE)
These demonstrations were a vivid reminder that collaboration drives concrete outcomes, turning policy priorities into technical solutions.
Shaping the Future of Critical Infrastructure
The second panel, “Shaping the Future of Critical Infrastructure”, connected policy and strategy, gathering insights from EU projects, international organisations, and research networks. Experts explored how Europe can anticipate and prepare for future challenges in resilience.
Panelists included:
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Thomas Selegny (ATLANTIS)
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John Soldatos (EU-CIP)
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Stefan Schauer (SUNRISE)
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Habtamu Abie (ECSCI)
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Nidhi Nagabhatla (UN University)
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Nestor Alfonzo Santamaria (OECD)
The session was moderated by Natalja Miolato (ATLANTIS Project Officer), ensuring a lively and forward-looking discussion.
Closing Reflections
The event concluded with closing remarks from Juuso Stenfors (EU-CIP Project Officer), followed by a networking reception that fostered new connections and future collaboration.
The SUNRISE Project extends its sincere thanks to all speakers, panelists, participants, and partners. A warm thank you also to Sebastian Serwiak (DG HOME) for his outstanding guidance as Master of Ceremony throughout the day.
Together, we have taken an important step forward in building a more resilient, innovative, and secure Europe.
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