Shark Robotics, a French SME and leader in the fire safety robotics market, held a ceremony on Tuesday, November 25, in Ukraine with the State Emergency Service of Ukraine (SESU) to celebrate the delivery and deployment of 40 “Colossus” robots financed by France.
Cyrille Kabbara, founder and CEO of Shark Robotics, presented the Colossus robots together with SESU Director General Andriy Danik. Attendees included the Deputy Minister of Economy of Ukraine, Ihor Bezkaraivainyi; the French Ambassador, Gaël Veyssière; the Special Envoy of the President of the French Republic for Ukraine’s Reconstruction, Pierre Heilbronn; as well as representatives of several European and Ukrainian authorities.
These robots are used daily in SESU operations across various oblasts, particularly in the aftermath of airstrikes. They contribute directly to Ukraine’s resilience: they protect emergency personnel by intervening in areas that would pose excessive risks to human responders, and they enhance operational efficiency.
The ceremony was preceded by a demonstration of the Colossus robots and other advanced equipment used by SESU to protect people and property in the face of Russian aggression.
STATEMENTS
Cyrille Kabbara, CEO of Shark Robotics: “Here in Ukraine, we clearly see that robots are becoming a key component of resilience and civil protection, especially against drone attacks. We delivered 40 robots in 7 months and are ready to do more, in line with expressed needs—including by establishing a presence in Ukraine. Today more than ever, we are proud to put our motto into action: ‘Saving lives through technology’.”
Andriy Danyk, Director General of SESU: “These 40 firefighting robots that our Service has received have been of great help in operating in areas where there is a risk for personnel. Thanks to them, we have been able to save more than one life among our rescuers.”
Gaël Veyssière, Ambassador of France: “The delivery of these 40 robots, financed by France and delivered by Shark Robotics, is a tangible sign of France’s unwavering support – alongside its European partners – during these difficult times for Ukraine. Deployed daily by SESU teams, especially after airstrikes, this cutting-edge equipment strengthens responder safety, enhances operational efficiency, and contributes directly to the country’s resilience.”
Pierre Heilbronn, Special Envoy of the President of the French Republic for Aid and Reconstruction in Ukraine: “This is an excellent example of France’s mobilization to respond concretely to Ukraine’s short-term needs, while showcasing the French expertise of Shark Robotics for the country’s future needs in civil protection and demining.”
