Detect wildfires before they become a threat.
Intelligent early detection of wildfires with cameras and AI.
< 60 s
from visible smoke to detection
> 300 km²
area monitored per HUVI.GUARDIAN
24/7
autonomous operation on solar and battery
Values depend on location, visibility and topography.
Our partners
Services
Two systems. One control centre.
HUVI.GUARDIAN monitors permanently, HUVI.NOMAD wherever it is needed at short notice. Both report to HUVI.FIREWATCH, and we install and operate both for you.
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HUVI.GUARDIAN
Permanent protection · sensor tower with 360-degree view
Monitors large forest areas permanently, autonomously and around the clock.Learn more
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HUVI.NOMAD
Rapid deployment · portable unit for fire watches
Brings early detection quickly to where the risk is highest right now.Learn more
About us
Wildfire detection that works everywhere
HUVI.SWISS develops autonomous, AI-based systems for the early detection of wildfires. Our goal is to protect forests, communities and critical infrastructure by detecting smoke and emerging fires at their earliest stage. Our technology combines cameras with edge AI, classical image analysis, energy autonomy and reliable data transmission into a fully autonomous early warning system that works reliably even in remote regions without existing infrastructure.
Our story
HUVI.SWISS grew out of a long-standing collaboration between Christian Huber and Patrick Villiger. A technically demanding project turned into a clear vision: wildfire detection that works everywhere, energy-autonomous, reliable and scalable. The company was founded in 2025 and is headquartered in Kölliken, Switzerland.
Partnerships and funding
In June 2025, HUVI.SWISS received a positive assessment in the Innosuisse Innocheck, in collaboration with the Switzerland Innovation Park Biel/Bienne (SIPBB). Since December 2025, this collaboration has been extended by the Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW). This support strengthens the development of our autonomous wildfire early warning systems and forms the basis for hardware prototypes and research partnerships.
Our ambition
We combine scientific precision, robust hardware and sustainable energy supply into a solution that works locally and scales globally: Swiss technology for reliable wildfire detection that fits into existing infrastructure and works just as well where power and networks are missing.
Projects
Validated under real conditions
From the first smoke to incident command: this is how HUVI.SWISS works in the field.
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Detect
Cameras and classical image analysis scan the terrain for smoke around the clock.
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Verify
Edge AI confirms the suspicion on site and reduces false alarms.
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Report
Position, time and image are sent to HUVI.FIREWATCH via satellite or mobile network.
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Alert
Incident command receives the alert via dashboard, API or SMS.
First real fire detected
While being set up for planned test fires in Ticino, the first HUVI.NOMAD prototype detected a real fire near Milan, about 17 km from its location.
Single result of a prototype in a field test, not a guaranteed product performance. The marked smoke column is outlined in red in the image.
Our projects
Ongoing · since June 2026
Innosuisse innovation project with ZHAW and SIPBB
Innosuisse supports a multi-year development project of HUVI.SWISS with ZHAW and the Switzerland Innovation Park Biel/Bienne. The focus is on energy autonomy, image analysis and edge AI for the next generation of our early detection.
July 2026
Field test Ticino with HUVI.NOMAD
Set-up of the first HUVI.NOMAD prototype for planned test fires. The test fires were cancelled due to high wildfire danger; in the meantime the prototype detected a real fire near Milan.
Completed · Q3 2025
Field test Q3 2025 with HUVI.GUARDIAN
First field test of the HUVI.GUARDIAN prototype: energy autonomy, data transmission and smoke detection under real conditions.
News
News from development and the field
Field test in Ticino: HUVI.NOMAD prototype detects smoke 17 km away
While being set up for planned test fires in Ticino, the first HUVI.NOMAD prototype detected a real fire near Milan, about 17 km from its location. The test fires themselves were prohibited at short notice for safety reasons because of drought and high wildfire danger.
HUVI.SWISS wins the Swiss CxO Award 2026
The Swiss CxO Forum honours HUVI.SWISS in the category Best Startup in Sustainability, for autonomous, AI-based wildfire early detection.
Project kick-off with ZHAW and SIPBB
Together with our project partners from ZHAW and the Switzerland Innovation Park Biel/Bienne, we celebrated the start of our joint Innosuisse innovation project.
Innosuisse approves innovation project
Innosuisse supports a multi-year development project of HUVI.SWISS with the Switzerland Innovation Park Biel/Bienne and ZHAW for the next generation of our early detection.
HUVI.GUARDIAN 1.1: AI on the device
The new prototype version runs the AI analysis on the system itself for the first time. Together with optimised sensors and classical image processing, it detects smoke earlier and more robustly, at distances of up to 10 km.
HUVI.FIREWATCH: beta version in testing
The first beta version of our monitoring platform is online, with user rights management, live tower status, a map module and alerts with escalation levels and SMS notification.
Pitch at the Business Angels Club Aargau
At the pitch day of the Business Angels Club Aargau, we presented HUVI.SWISS to investors.
Innosuisse innovation cheque for HUVI.SWISS
With the innovation cheque, we are developing energy autonomy, image analysis and edge AI further together with the Switzerland Innovation Park Biel/Bienne.
Investors & partners
Scaling early detection together.
HUVI.SWISS is looking for investors and strategic partners to build autonomous wildfire early detection internationally with us.
Growing need
Wildfires are increasing with climate extremes. Early detection is among the most effective measures, yet it is still missing in many regions.
Autonomous technology
Cameras, edge AI and their own power supply detect smoke even where there is neither electricity nor network.
Scalable model
Detection as a Service: hardware, operation and maintenance from a single source, from a single site to area-wide monitoring.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
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What is HUVI.SWISS and what is the system used for?
HUVI.SWISS develops autonomous, AI-based early warning systems for wildfire detection. Our technology detects smoke and emerging fires at a very early stage, enabling a fast response before a fire spreads over a large area.
How does HUVI.SWISS differ from existing wildfire monitoring systems?
Unlike conventional camera systems, satellite data or cloud-based solutions, HUVI.SWISS works fully autonomously and analyses image data on site using edge AI. This makes the system independent of the power grid, mobile network or cloud infrastructure and particularly suitable, though not only, for remote regions.
How early does the system detect smoke and wildfires?
The HUVI.SWISS system usually detects smoke within less than 60 seconds after visible smoke patterns appear. Local AI verification reduces false alarms, and only relevant events are forwarded.
Does the HUVI.SWISS system also work at night?
Yes. The HUVI.SWISS system is designed for continuous 24/7 operation and monitors its surroundings without interruption, regardless of the time of day or infrastructure. The HUVI.GUARDIAN units operate fully autonomously and remain ready for use at all times.
Does HUVI.SWISS need an internet or power connection?
No. HUVI.GUARDIAN is designed to be fully off-grid. Power is supplied by solar panels and battery storage, optionally supplemented by wind energy. Alerts are transmitted via satellite communication, so operation is possible even without existing infrastructure.
How large is the coverage of a HUVI.GUARDIAN system?
Depending on topography and location, a single HUVI.GUARDIAN unit can monitor an area of more than 300 square kilometres. Several units can be combined into a scalable monitoring network.
How are alerts triggered and forwarded?
When smoke detection is confirmed, the system automatically triggers an alert. It contains the GPS position, a time stamp and image data, can be viewed in HUVI.FIREWATCH and forwarded via web dashboard, API or SMS to incident command, authorities or infrastructure operators. Alerting and escalation can be configured per site, so emergency services can respond quickly and in a targeted way.
Is the HUVI.SWISS system modular and adaptable to different sites?
Yes. The HUVI.SWISS system has a modular design and can be flexibly adapted to different requirements and locations. Monitoring unit, power supply and system configuration can be scaled accordingly, from partial monitoring of individual zones to large-area applications. Alternative energy sources or extended solar capacity are also possible, making the system suitable for both simple and complex scenarios.
Who is the HUVI.SWISS system particularly suited for?
HUVI.SWISS is aimed at authorities, forestry operations, energy suppliers, infrastructure operators and large landowners such as plantation operators or agricultural companies with an increased wildfire risk. The system is particularly suited to regions where conventional monitoring solutions reach their limits. In principle, HUVI.SWISS is suitable for any organisation or owner who wants to protect forests, infrastructure or critical areas early and reliably.
Contact
We look forward to hearing from you
We are happy to answer enquiries about our wildfire early detection technology, partnerships, pilot projects and investment interest. We usually reply within 24 hours.
- Emailinfo@huvi.swiss
- Phone+41 (0)79 930 08 42
- AddressHUVI.SWISS AG, Seilerstrasse 15, 5742 Kölliken, Switzerland