Articles and blogposts on risk and security

Do you manufacture machinery? If so, EU regulations will probably be familiar to you. The EU has had common requirements for machinery in place for over 30 years to improve safety, facilitate free trade and reduce risks to workers. However, stricter requirements will apply from 2027 when the Machinery Regulation replaces the Machinery Directive.

Catastrophic fires, those with exceptional costs or many casualties are increasing. What can be done about this? Researcher Johan Sjöström explains why fires in southern Europe are becoming increasingly severe and how common birch trees can help to reduce similar risks in Sweden.

The use of drones is increasing rapidly in Sweden, in both the private and public sectors. But as technology develops, questions arise about safety, cyber protection and how we can prevent sensitive information from falling into the wrong hands.

Autonomous passenger ferry concepts are already in operation and are expected to become an everyday reality. Ensuring a similar or improved level of operation and safety compared to traditional ferries, is key to broader acceptance and adoption of this concept.

When regulations change rapidly, it can be difficult for companies to keep up. For the outdoor brand Silva, joining the Chemicals Group at RISE provided both expertise and structure. The result is a more systematic approach to chemicals that supports sustainability while also strengthening competitiveness.

How can remanufacturing become a viable business model? A key starting point is to develop clear strategies and roadmaps that map the journey from the current state to circular product life cycles. By working with a roadmap, Autocirc Rematrontech gained fresh perspectives and a tool that simplifies concrete changes while making it easier to prioritize over the long term.

The alarm sounds – and the transmission must not fail. Ensuring that vital emergency communications information gets through can mean the difference between life and death. As the current communication system is replaced by a new one based on 5G, the testing methods for a more robust system are already in place.

Are charging stations delivering the right amount of energy? OKQ8 partnered with RISE to verify their charging stations in a unique project.

Uncertainty about shipping arrival times is a major source of dissatisfaction among transport buyers. One solution is the 'Virtual Watch Tower Network' – a Facebook for transport, where everyone has their own page. Information about disruptions to deliveries and other important events is shared between stakeholders, giving cargo owners greater insight into the transport chain.

We have become accustomed to getting what we need on time, whether it comes from Sweden or not. The pandemic, with its closed borders, was therefore a rude awakening. "We must now do everything we can to ensure that everything we need is available in Sweden, even in the event of a crisis. We need innovation and access to product testing," says Benny Lyvén from RISE.

The police officer and the psychologist left the Swedish Security Service to start a business. Now Stefanie Najafi and Jenny Johansson have begun marketing their AI solution for detecting alcohol and drug impairment. Their invention can update old methods used by police officers to test drivers on the road. Thanks to RISE's AI expertise, technical development was accelerated at an early stage.

People have dreamed of self-driving cars for as long as there have been cars. The technology is now available – but we still have to drive ourselves to work every day. "To take the next step, we need a national effort to show the way," says Anders Hjalmarsson Jordanius, Head of Mobility and Systems Research at RISE.

Computer systems, especially those used in safety-critical domains, should be designed, built and assessed not only from the functional point of view, but also with respect to their dependability properties such as safety and security.

Sweden's security of supply is back in the spotlight. This means that more and more companies need to review their robustness and resilience. "Preparing your organization will make you more innovative, more flexible and better able to deal with unexpected events," says Elenor Bernelow Loyd of RISE.

Many Swedish buildings were built in a different era. Today, extreme weather conditions are becoming more frequent. This puts new stresses on buildings that can be difficult to withstand. But who is responsible for preventing damage and protecting buildings? The answer is not simple. – For example, in the event of a major flood, property owners sometimes feel that it is the municipality that has failed to take responsibility. However, it is the property owner who should be protecting themselves against the climate risks in question, says Stina Stenquist from RISE.

Electric vehicles and fire risk have been a hot topic in recent years. One thing is clear – more knowledge is needed in this area, and testing is an important part of filling the knowledge gap. In the explosion proof laboratory in Borås, Sweden, today's and tomorrow's batteries are put through their paces, both figuratively and literally.