FR A fast-acting crisis
response system.
A programme since 2012 by
Who we are and what we do
Launched in 2012, emergency.lu was initially developed as a satellite-based telecommunications platform to rapidly restore connectivity in the aftermath of disasters.
Over time, it has evolved into Luxembourg’s comprehensive emergency response mechanism, offering a broad range of support services tailored to humanitarian needs worldwide. Today, emergency.lu goes far beyond connectivity and ICT support, and evolved into a fast-acting crisis response system maintaining a strategic humanitarian stockpile, carrying out aerial medical evacuations, strengthening local capacities, and providing essential infrastructure assistance all around the world.
Connectivity
Mobile satellite-based connectivity restoring voice, data, and internet in disaster-affected areas.
Stockpile
Rapidly deployable non-food relief items supporting immediate humanitarian needs in crisis situations.
Capacity Building
Training and preparedness activities strengthening the skills of humanitarian and local emergency responders.
MEDEVAC
Coordination of medical evacuations providing urgent care when local health systems are overwhelmed.
Field solutions
Support to restore essential infrastructure and services in regions affected by emergencies.
Our recent operations
Guereda Connectivity
- Conflit
- SatCom&ICT
emergency.lu deployed a satellite system in Guereda, Chad, providing backup connectivity for UNHCR and partners, ensuring reliable communications to support refugee response operations amid Sudan cris…
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