EU Projects in Action

Challenges are growing from threats such as terrorism, malicious use of drones and sudden outbreaks of violence. Police and security teams need smarter tools to spot danger fast and act immediately. The EU funded project POP-ART introduces high-tech solutions on how to spot and manage these threats.

Digital Explorers is an initiative supported by the EU through the Migration Partnership Facility. Launched in 2019, this initiative helps to connect professionals from non-EU countries who have skills and talent in the digital sector with European tech companies.

Bomb disposal teams are crucial in maintaining public safety, preventing accidents, and protecting people. With EU funding support, the Estonian Rescue Board has taken steps to improve the safety and effectiveness of bomb disposal operations. 

The European Critical Communication System is a major initiative to make Europe safer and better connected during emergency. It will integrate communication systems used by first responders across the EU and Schengen area, including law enforcement, firefighters and medical emergency responders.

Maritime shipping routes are one of the main gateways for illicit drugs entering Europe. The EU-funded Maritime Analysis and Operations Centre for Narcotics has been crucial in enhancing intelligence sharing on new trafficking methods and in supporting operations to counter drug trafficking.

 “Stop gangs and radicalisation of children and young people with immigrant backgrounds”. This is not just a slogan, but a real project to prevent young people (10-22-year-olds) in Finland from being involved in violence and crime and protecting them from radicalisation.  

The EU-funded project the Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosive (CBRNE) and man-made disaster training in Latvia helps to train future firefighters and emergency responders to respond to emergencies faster and smarter.

EU-Patrols enables law enforcement officers from one country to partner with those of other EU countries, maintaining public order in popular tourist destinations during peak seasons and during major events. Thanks to this unique cooperation, over 550 joint patrols were carried out in 2025 alone.

Based in Malmo, Sweden, the EU-funded Group Violence Intervention builds on strong collaboration between the police, the municipality, the prison and probation service, as well as the local community. All professionals involved focus on deterring crime firmly and clearly.