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  • CHRIS: Fast Real-Time Mapping for Large Wildfire Incidents

    Stitched mapping during prescribed burn When a large wildfire is moving, the first problem is not just knowing that it exists. It is knowing where it is, how fast it is changing, and what the ground teams should do next. CHRIS is built to create a live 2D overview of a large incident while the drone is still flying. It stitches incoming imagery into a geo-referenced map in real time, giving commanders and ground teams a faster way to understand the size, shape, and movement of a fire as it develops. For large wildfires, that speed matters. A map that arrives too late is not much help. A map that updates while the incident is still unfolding can change how teams coordinate, how they deploy resources, and how they communicate across the line. Why CHRIS' Speed Matters Wildfires change quickly. Fire edges move, wind shifts, access routes close, and a situation that looked stable minutes ago can already be different. CHRIS helps teams turn drone imagery into an operational map fast, reducing dependence on radio reports, rough estimates, and slow manual interpretation. What Teams Often Use Today In many places, incident mapping still depends on a mix of manual and fragmented workflows. That can mean: hand-drawn sketches on paper or on a board field observations relayed by radio someone tracing fire edges manually separate photo streams that need to be interpreted later live video being used to communicate a location or a changing fire edge in a very local way In some countries and incidents, teams use live feed to show where one part of the fire is, which helps with communication. That can be useful, but it still leaves the larger question unanswered: how do you quickly turn those observations into a shared operational map for the whole incident? That is the gap CHRIS is meant to close. What CHRIS Does Differently CHRIS prescribed burn fire-line and stitched mapping CHRIS takes drone imagery and stitches it into a real-time 2D map, so the incident can be understood as a larger, connected shape rather than a series of disconnected images. That gives teams a few important advantages: a faster overview of the whole incident area a clearer view of the fire perimeter and how it is changing a shared map that supports coordination between command and ground teams less reliance on slow manual drawing and interpretation a more consistent picture when decisions have to happen quickly The value is not just that CHRIS makes a map. It is that it makes the map fast enough to matter. Real-Time Stitching For A Larger Area Delta history and stitched mapping CHRIS As the drone flies, CHRIS processes images and builds a geo-referenced overview of the area. Teams do not have to wait until after the flight to understand what was seen. That is especially useful for large incidents, where the main challenge is understanding the full fire front, not just one hotspot. Infrared and Night Operations CHRIS also works with infrared imagery, helping teams maintain situational awareness after dark when visibility drops and the incident is still active. Delta Views: What Has Changed Since The Last Update CHRIS can compare the current map with the previous one to show what has changed since the last update. That makes it easier to see fire growth, perimeter movement, and shifting conditions. For command teams, that means a faster answer to a simple question: what changed since the last update? Better Coordination On The Ground CHRIS gives command and ground teams the same live picture, which improves communication, helps crews focus on the right areas, and supports faster repositioning of resources. The Bigger Picture Large wildfires are rarely managed through one single tactic. They are managed through a chain of decisions, updates, and coordination across the incident. The faster the team can build a shared picture of the fire, the better those decisions become. CHRIS is designed to make that picture available sooner. It stitches large-area maps in real time, supports infrared mapping at night, shows delta changes between updates, and helps ground and command teams work from the same incident view instead of separate fragments. That is the real value. Not just mapping the fire. Mapping it fast enough to change the response.

  • MEJOR’s Maps Reach Headlines in Portugal: What the 2026 Wildfire Susceptibility Map Revealed About Portugal

    Historic burning occurrence in Portugal from 2001-2025 For the first time, landowners and municipalities in Portugal can see how this season’s wildfire conditions differ from the long-term picture. This is thanks to MEJOR’s LUCI technology, which mapped the risk parish by parish across all 3,049 mainland parishes. A wetter-than-usual winter and an early warm spring have left roughly one in three mainland parishes with elevated vegetation and fuel signals for 2026, rising to two in three in the popular tourist region of the Algarve. MEJOR Technologies built the 2026 Wildfire Susceptibility Map for LandOS using LUCI satellite technology. LandOS then analysed the data to determine its real-world implications and used its A Minha Terra platform to share those findings with landowners and the public. That combination of MEJOR’s never-before-seen mapping with LandOS’s analytical read and activation produced something genuinely new: insight practical enough to guide landowners and compelling enough to earn national attention. Thirty-five articles across national newspapers, specialist forestry outlets, regional media and English-language publications attracted nearly 500,000 estimated views. A Current View of Portugal’s Landscape The 2026 Wildfire Susceptibility Map covers all 3,049 parishes in mainland Portugal at a resolution of 10 by 10 metres. MEJOR Technologies developed the map for LandOS using LUCI to combine recent satellite observations with information about land cover, vegetation condition, terrain, human presence and recent fire history. LandOS analysed the resulting dataset and made the findings accessible through its A Minha Terra platform. The result is a seasonal layer that complements the official structural hazard map published by Portugal’s Institute for Nature Conservation and Forests (ICNF). The distinction matters. Structural mapping shows the enduring geography of wildfire hazard over the long term, while the seasonal map reveals where vegetation and fuel conditions in 2026 differ from that established pattern. Together, they provide a more complete and current view of the landscape, helping landowners and municipalities focus prevention efforts where they matter most. This approach was introduced nationally by Público and Observador, before being carried by news organisations across the country. The Findings That Resonated The coverage highlighted how an unusually wet winter and an early warm spring encouraged vegetation growth in areas where seasonal conditions now appear more concerning than the long-term structural picture alone would suggest. Around one in three mainland parishes shows elevated vegetation and fuel signals for the 2026 season. In the interior Algarve, that rises to two in three parishes. Jornal de Notícias brought this regional finding to a national audience, while Voz do Campo explored the wider data story. Regional reporting made the national map locally meaningful. Tribuna Alentejo focused on heightened vigilance in the Alentejo, while Diário do Alentejo highlighted Odemira, Mértola and Ourique. The map also tells a more nuanced story than a simple nationwide increase. In parts of Portugal’s central interior, including areas around Pampilhosa da Serra, Arganil and Covilhã, seasonal susceptibility is lower than the structural reference. Fires in 2025 consumed much of the available vegetation, and regeneration has not yet fully recovered. These areas remain structurally exposed over the long term, but their immediate fuel conditions are different in 2026. That contrast is precisely why current Earth observation can be so valuable: it helps distinguish the persistent geography of wildfire hazard from the conditions present this season. Turning Information Into Practical Steps Media interest extended beyond the map itself. A second strand of coverage focused on the free A Minha Terra land-clearing checklist, which translates technical information into practical recommendations for individual properties. Landowners can enter a property’s location and receive suggested vegetation-management actions adapted to factors such as the parcel, slope, nearby buildings and seasonal conditions. The process takes less than five minutes and is designed to help people move from awareness to action. Notícias de Coimbra examined the role of artificial intelligence in helping rural landowners prevent fires. Specialist forestry platform Florestas went further into how the platform connects official structural information, recent satellite data and practical vegetation management. A National Conversation With a Local Purpose The story appeared at every level of the Portuguese media landscape. We are grateful to the journalists and publications that brought this work to readers across Portugal. The breadth of the coverage reflects a shared need for wildfire information that is timely, local, understandable and connected to practical action. Satellite intelligence can reveal where this season differs from the long-term pattern. A well-designed platform can turn that insight into guidance for a particular piece of land. But the outcome that matters is what happens next: a landowner who knows where to focus, a municipality with a clearer view of changing conditions, and more prevention work completed before a fire begins. See what the 2026 season looks like where you live, work or manage land. Explore the interactive Wildfire Susceptibility Map, search your area and turn a national picture into insight you can act on locally.

  • CHRIS Available Free to Help Fire Agencies Stay Ready for What Comes Next

    CHRIS showcasing polygons during an active burn Europe’s heatwaves are becoming more intense, and wildfire seasons are becoming more demanding. That is not just a snapshot of what is happening right now. It is a wider reminder that wildfire response teams need to be ready before the next major incident begins. Preparation, coordination, and clear information matter even more when conditions are changing fast. For firefighters, first responders, and emergency operations teams, the challenge is often the same: how do you stay aligned when every minute counts and the situation on the ground can shift quickly? Fire Agencies Need Every Possible Advantage Wildfire response is getting harder. When temperatures rise and conditions dry out, the pressure on response teams increases. Fires can spread faster, decisions need to be made sooner, and communication becomes even more important. In those moments, teams do not need more complexity. They need a clearer picture of what is happening, where it is happening, and how the response is evolving. That is why real-time insight matters. Knowing exactly where fires are, how they are progressing, and which areas are at risk is critical for operational planning, and for the timely evacuation of both emergency personnel and surrounding communities. The better prepared teams are before a critical incident, the more confidently they can act when the pressure is high. Why Preparation Needs to Happen now It is easy to think about readiness only when a fire is already active. But by then, time is limited. The best time to test tools, build familiarity, and strengthen workflows is before they are urgently needed. That gives teams the chance to understand how a system fits into their operations and build confidence ahead of a real incident. For wildfire response teams, that kind of preparation is not a luxury. It is part of being ready. How CHRIS Can Help CHRIS highlighting polygons and delta history That is why MEJOR developed CHRIS together with fire agencies across Europe. CHRIS gives incident teams the situational awareness they need to make faster, better-informed decisions during wildfire operations. More specifically, CHRIS can help teams: Understand where fires are and how they are progressing Spot which areas may be at risk Improve situational awareness during active incidents Support operational planning and decision-making Strengthen coordination between teams Help emergency personnel and surrounding communities stay safer through faster action It is designed to support teams when conditions are changing quickly and decisions need to be made in real time. Try it for yourself As we continue rolling out CHRIS, we want to support agencies facing this period of heightened risk. We are therefore making CHRIS free to use for one month, so teams can benefit from it immediately. Fire agencies can reach out to us, get onboarded within 30 minutes, and start testing the system with their team. It is a simple way to explore how CHRIS supports situational awareness, coordination, and faster decision-making before the next critical moment arrives, when every minute counts. Let’s give the people on the front line the insights they need to operate, and return home, safely. Click here to try the CHRIS demo now.

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    MEJOR Technologies develops wildfire prevention, monitoring and real-time incident mapping tools that help professionals protect people and places. Wildfire Prevention to Real-Time Mapping For First Responders For Prevention Teams CHRIS Software Real-Time Incident Mapping Software Emergency Services Use Cases CHRIS for emergency services and landowners. LUCI for insurance. CHRIS gives emergency responders instant situational awareness by turning live drone footage into real-time maps, helping teams act faster and smarter in any crisis. Private Landowners Landowners gain real-time visibility across their property by transforming live drone footage into actionable maps, helping identify risks, protect assets, and respond quickly to changing conditions. Insurance LUCI helps insurance companies assess wildfire risk more dynamically by combining satellite, vegetation, fuel, terrain, and land-cover data into seasonal susceptibility insights. Our Products Innovative tools for increased awareness CHRIS Cloud CHRIS Cloud provides teams with real-time incident maps through a secure cloud environment. View Product CHRIS Off-Grid Box The CHRIS Off-Grid Box provides real-time incident mapping without relying on internet or external power. View Product CHRIS Enterprise A customisable, large-scale solution with local maps and advanced features tailored to your organisation. View Product LUCI Enterprise LUCI Enterprise delivers AI-driven wildfire susceptibility mapping, helping organisations predict where wildfires are most likely to start and strengthen prevention strategies. View Product MEJOR Blogs From wildfire prevention to real-time incident mapping, MEJOR Technologies equips professionals with the clarity they need to respond quickly and protect what matters most. Explore our blog posts to learn more.

  • ABOUT US | MEJOR Technologies

    Learn about MEJOR Technologies, our mission and the team developing practical solutions for wildfire prevention and real-time incident mapping. About Us Add a Title How it all started? The idea of MEJOR Technologies came back in 2021 when two co-workers were discussing the Australian bushfires and the devastating results of it. The idea that to truly prevent and manage wildfires you would have to be monitoring wildfires everywhere, always, was born. And so MEJOR Technologies was established, with the name coming from the two co-founders ME lvin and JOR is - MEJOR Technologies. Today Today MEJOR Technologies is a Dutch-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) company. MEJOR Technologies has developed two SaaS solutions, and these are CHRIS for Real-Time Incident Mapping and LUCI for Wildfire Prevention. MEJOR Technologies - Better tech for a brighter tomorrow. Do you want to learn more about MEJOR Technologies or are you interested in investing on a fast-growing start-up, contact us here now! Contact Vision Mission We envision a future where drones are a core asset in emergency response, and modular technology enables organisations and operational systems to strengthen each other through seamless integration. CHRIS: To become the leading situational awareness solution for safer and more efficient decision-making during critical incidents. LUCI: To become the globally adopted wildfire forecasting system that increases awareness, guides prevention efforts and reduces wildfire-related damages. MEJOR Technologies' mission is to mitigate wildfire damages and improve operational safety and efficiency by providing: CHRIS: Real-time situational awareness to emergency services. LUCI: Giving pre-ignition risk insight. Our Team Melvin CEO & Co-founder Joris CTO & Co-founder Stijn Head of Partnerships Hanna Allround Marketeer Luc ML Engineer Matthew Junior ML Engineer Mark Advisor Enan Robotics Engineer

  • CHRIS OFF GRID BOX | MEJOR Technologies

    Map incidents in real time without internet or external power using the portable CHRIS Off-Grid Box for rapid deployment in remote environments. CHRIS Off-Grid Box Real-time Incident Management Without Internet or Power Contact us Try CHRIS now Instant incident mapping in remote environments The CHRIS Off-Grid Box provides real-time incident mapping without relying on internet or external power. Its portable design creates a secure local network, enabling teams to visualise emergencies, coordinate units, and act decisively, anywhere, anytime. CHRIS Software Real-Time Incident Mapping Software Get a live map of any incident in seconds. Fast, easy to use, and reliable even off-grid. Share findings instantly to keep every responder aligned. Hotspot Detection Wildfire Progression Automatic Stitching What does the Off-Grid Box include? CHRIS Software Off-Grid Box: Up to five hour battery for off-grid use Storage slot suitable for your drone Local WiFi network for field deployment GPS tracker Mobile network module Compute module Optional: tablet for viewing maps and controlling missions Why choose the Off-Grid Box? From rapid deployment to offline mapping, discover how the Off-Grid Box supports safe and effective operations. Real-Time Mapping Stitches drone imagery into a satellite-like overview within seconds, giving responders clear situational awareness in real time. Portable System CHRIS is a portable, field-ready unit with built-in software and display, compatible with DJI Enterprise models from Mavic onward. Drone Ready Seamlessly integrates with your existing drone fleet, or order CHRIS with a dedicated drone included for instant deployment. Always Connected Works reliably without internet in remote and disaster-hit areas, while an optional cloud link lets you share live maps instantly for better team coordination. MEJOR Blogs From wildfire prevention to real-time incident mapping, MEJOR Technologies equips professionals with the clarity they need to respond quickly and protect what matters most. Explore our blog posts to learn more. Frequently asked questions Find quick answers to common questions about CHRIS and its capabilities How quickly can I deploy the CHRIS off-grid box and begin real-time mapping? What is real-time incident mapping? How does real-time incident mapping help me? Can I use drones for incident mapping? Is CHRIS compatible with all types of drones? Can incident mapping work in areas without internet? How can drones improve emergency response and incident management? What is the best way to get an overview during an emergency or incident? How to map incidents without internet connection? How to track the progress of a wildfire? What does the off-grid box include? Does the CHRIS Off-Grix come with its own drone? What do I get from CHRIS? Can CHRIS be integrated into our operational set up? Is it possible to get a customised solution of CHRIS? Contact our expert Stijn Meijers Contact Expert Head of Partnerships Didn’t find your answer or need more details? Our expert is here to help.

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