New system for faster responses to accidents - FinnHEMS’ medical helicopters locate patients more accurately

The emergency operations and location accuracy of FinnHEMS’ medical and emergency helicopters become more efficient. The Rovaniemi-based software company Mapitare Oy has tailormade a real-time system for authorities, which enables faster responses to accidents. The system operates on Android and iOS devices. FinnHEMS has six bases in Finland, the northern-most one is in Rovaniemi and the southern-most one is in Vantaa. The aim is to ensure that 70 percent of Finns’ emergency calls would be responded to within 30 minutes of dispatch. Mapitare’s system allows even more accurate and faster