Our Working Groups
Our platform is organized into working groups covering the different specialty areas of forest engineering and transportation.
Work Science and Ergonomics in Forestry
Scientific study of worker health, safety, and productivity in forestry
Forest Roads and Timber Transportation
Forest road planning and timber transport processes
Wood Raw Material Production and Transportation
Harvesting and extraction processes from stump to roadside landing
Biomass Supply Chain and Optimization
Optimization-based planning of forest biomass logistics and delivery
Flood and Avalanche Control
Engineering measures against flood and avalanche risks in watersheds
Mechanization in Forestry
Evaluating machinery use in forestry for productivity and cost
Precision Forestry
Forest management with high-resolution data and sensor technologies
Smart Systems and Robotics in Forestry
Integrating artificial intelligence, automation, and robotics into forestry
GIS and Remote Sensing Technologies in Forestry
Spatial analysis of forests using satellite, LiDAR, and UAV data
Decision Support Systems and Modelling in Forestry
Solving forestry problems through modelling, optimization, and scenario analysis
Ecosystem-Based Forest Operations
Operations planning that accounts for ecology and biodiversity
Information Technologies in Forestry
Managing and sharing forestry data through digital systems
Hydraulic and Biotechnical Structures
Hydraulic and biotechnical solutions for water control on forest roads