In focus:The Emergency Tech Show

With the country recovering from relentless heat, London Ambulance Service has invested in four new underwater drones to boost its water incident response capability.

Ahead of The Emergency Tech Show 2026, Jo Atkinson, Blue Light Lead at Node4, discusses how better-connected data, systems and technology can help emergency services work more efficiently, improve decision-making and get critical information into the hands of frontline teams faster.

Policing generates vast amounts of operational learning, but too often valuable knowledge remains buried in reports, systems and individual experience. Marcus Ralphs explores how governed AI could help forces turn lessons from the past into practical intelligence for the operations of tomorrow.

As Excelerate Technology celebrates 25 years in the public safety sector and 20 years at The Emergency Services Show, Group Sales Director Matt Wroughton reflects on the changing needs of emergency services, the company’s latest innovations and what the next 20 years of technology could bring.

Ahead of The Emergency Tech Show, we speak to Peter Franklin and Eamon McGann at Core about how emergency services can make better use of their existing Microsoft investment, the role AI can play in improving everyday processes and what organisations need to consider before scaling new technology.

The Metropolitan Police Service has selected AI-powered redaction platform RedactXpert to modernise how it handles sensitive operational documentation.

Having tested out live facial recognition technology first at London Bridge train station back in February, British Transport Police is expanding its trials to include the London Underground with its first deployment at Victoria station this week.

The Emergency Services Show and The Emergency Tech Show has partnered with TeamPolice ahead of the 2026 edition of the show, creating new opportunities to connect with police professionals, suppliers and industry leaders.

From mission-critical AI and drones to resilient communications and cross-agency collaboration, Motorola Solutions is showcasing how connected technology is helping emergency services make faster, more informed decisions while supporting those on the frontline.

As AI becomes embedded in everyday technology, emergency services face the challenge of embracing innovation without compromising safety. Mark Rice explores how Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service is developing a practical, governance-led approach to AI adoption that balances opportunity with responsibility.