Gruau will be present at the 2024 National Firefighters’ Congress (CNSPF) through its four specialized brands, grouped together in the “Gruau Village.” This edition focuses on innovation, featuring brand-new vehicles in the Security and Emergency Services segments, developed in the Group’s UTILY-TERRE PAR NATURE© spirit.
Launched during the two previous CNSPF editions, the “Gruau Village” will once again welcome emergency services professionals in a friendly setting this year (from September 25 to 28 in Mâcon). The Group will showcase its latest innovations and its wide range of emergency vehicle solutions offered by its four specialized brands.
Each with its specific response to professional needs:
● Sanicar by Gruau: the brand for robust and reliable emergency ambulances (VSAV)
● Picot by Gruau: specialist in custom-made VSAVs
● Gifa by Gruau: expert and leader in VSAVs
● Lanéry by Gruau: expert in specialized vehicles
Across 600 m², the latest innovations in fittings for specialized firefighting vehicles and emergency ambulances (VSAV) will be on display. These conversions are available for both internal combustion and electric platforms. This is Gruau’s way of remaining faithful to its UTILY-TERRE PAR NATURE© commitment to firefighters. By asserting its status as a pioneer in the solutions provided to them, the Laval-based family group contributes to treating and saving lives.
Major new features on the latest Renault Master
The Sanicar by Gruau, Picot by Gruau, and Gifa by Gruau brands will unveil their latest fittings on the brand-new Renault Master-based VSAV as a European exclusive. These innovations, developed specifically for this highly anticipated chassis, perfectly illustrate each brand’s distinctive DNA.
Sanicar by Gruau: Unrivaled robustness and reliability
True to its values, Sanicar by Gruau offers a robust and reliable layout designed to meet the demands of daily operations. The focus is on material durability and ease of use to ensure maximum longevity and immediate handling by emergency responders.
Picot by Gruau: Technology and customization at the service of efficiency
For Picot by Gruau, technological innovation is at the heart of the new Renault Master’s layout. Workstation ergonomics are optimized for increased responder efficiency, while cutting-edge equipment, such as connected information and communication systems, facilitates incident management. Customization is also a key element of this design, allowing emergency services to adapt the vehicle to their specific needs.
Gifa by Gruau: Technical expertise and durability for demanding operations
Gifa by Gruau leverages its expertise to offer a technical and modular layout for the new Renault Master. These solutions provide maximum storage, ensuring optimized organization and comfort for both patients and firefighters during operations. A deep understanding of customer needs and mastered craftsmanship have made Gifa the leader in VSAVs in France for over 20 years.
Lanéry by Gruau presents brand-new specialized conversions
A recognized expert in the design of specialized intervention vehicles, Lanéry by Gruau offers innovative solutions for operations on all types of terrain, including the most hostile environments.
The new Dacia Duster: The benchmark gets a makeover
Lanéry is providing an exclusive preview of the new Dacia Duster, a flagship vehicle in firefighting fleets that combines agility and robustness for emergency services on any terrain! Primarily intended for command use, Lanéry offers the widest range of Dacia Duster equipment on the market. The latest Duster will be presented with a new version of the Group Leader – Duty Officer unit: a layout that is as robust as it is ergonomic, designed to successfully carry out all firefighting intervention missions.
The Ineos Grenadier pickup: An additional solution for extreme conditions
After creating the very first firefighting layout for the Ineos Grenadier, Lanéry is reaching a new milestone by fitting out the first firefighting pickup version of the vehicle. This extraordinary 4×4, designed for operations in the most extreme conditions, has already won over the SDIS (Fire and Rescue Services) that have tested its robustness, power, and grip on any terrain. Equipped with a specific SMPM (Rescue in Perilous and Mountainous Environments) unit, the firefighting version of the Grenadier pickup will be available for an exclusive preview at the Gruau stand.
And all the other expertise of Lanéry by Gruau
● A diving vehicle from SDIS 71 at the Gruau Village;
● A specialized GRIMP (Perilous Environment Reconnaissance and Intervention Group) heavy vehicle at the MAN stand;
● A Renault Master at the Intersignalétique stand with a layout brand-new to France: an Approach and Marking Vehicle (VAB) for securing road accidents and managing risks related to the passive safety of the damaged vehicle;
● And many other innovative surprises from two to four wheels to be found at the congress
“In the Gruau Village, firefighters will be able to discover all the expertise and the extensive range of the Laval-based group through its four specialized brands. Thanks to our teams’ knowledge of professional needs and internal R&D resources, innovative layouts will be unveiled as previews on two flagship market newcomers: the Renault Master and the Dacia Duster. True to our RSS2E commitments, all our conversions are carried out in France and are part of a global sustainable approach.”
