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  • 24 hour global CPR relay to mark the opening of Laerdal's new headquarters on World Restart a Heart Day

    On 16 October 2026, World Restart a Heart Day, Laerdal will officially open its new global headquarters in Stavanger, Norway. To mark the occasion, colleagues across every part of the organization will take part in a 24-hour, unbroken CPR relay that moves around the globe, from office to office.
    "This is an important moment for Laerdal," says CEO Alf-Christian Dybdahl. "We do not want it to be

  • Heartbeat-inspired façade modules connect this transformed headquarters to the mission of helping save one million lives

    By letting existing structure remain and adding CLT and wood in new structure and surfaces, the once outdated building volumes are transformed into a future-fit facility for 500 employees, rooted in a strategy of extensive reuse.
    Once a deep and inward-looking office building, the Laerdal Medicals headquarter in Stavanger has been rebuilt as a more open and interconnected workplace.
    The tran

  • Laerdal Advanced Airway Solution Named Finalist for 2026 EMS World Innovation Awards


    Laerdal Medical is proud to announce that its Laerdal Advanced Airway Solution (LAAS) has been selected as a finalist in the prestigious 2026 EMS World Innovation Awards. Finalists are recognized for introducing products and solutions that advance emergency medical services through innovation, improved outcomes, and enhanced training capabilities.

    The Laerdal Advanced Airway Solution is

  • When pediatric emergencies are rare, training matters even more

    SimJunior, Laerdal's next-generation high-fidelity pediatric simulator, is designed to help healthcare teams build competence, strengthen teamwork, and maintain readiness for these high-stakes events. SimJunior serves as the foundation of a comprehensive pediatric simulation solution supporting learning across hospitals, educational institutions, and emergency care settings.

  • From LEGO robots to life‑saving solutions


    Laerdal recently welcomed the First LEGO League team Tananger All‑Starz for a visit focused on learning, curiosity and inspiration on both sides.
    The team, Franklin, Elliot, Mina, Sam and Alfred, together with their coaches Charlotte Søyland and Kristian Fellowes Haukelid from Storevarden School, brought great energy, thoughtful questions and a strong interest in how ideas are turned into

  • Laerdal strengthens its commitment to the military and emergency medical services

    At a time marked by geopolitical instability, war in Europe, and growing demands for national preparedness, Laerdal is strengthening its focus on competence, learning, and collaboration in emergency medical services, both civilian and military.
    “When the risk landscape changes, the way we train and prepare must also evolve. Good preparedness is not just about good equipment, but about people wh

  • Resuscitation science, training and technology leaders launch new self-guided resuscitation learning model nationwide

    The American Heart Association and Laerdal Medical further commitment to provide equitable, increased access to high-quality resuscitation training
    Millions of people in health care, workplace safety and emergency response roles globally are required to complete credentialed resuscitation training on a recurring basis, often while balancing demanding schedules and limited access to in-person in

  • Taking simulation one step closer reality- Laerdal Medical to acquire VitalsBridge

    We are pleased to announce that Laerdal has now acquired the VitalsBridge products from Dynasthetics. This strategic acquisition not only strengthens Laerdal’s product offering but also reinforces its dedication to meeting evolving industry standards and customer expectations.
    “We are excited to fully integrate VitalsBridge into the Laerdal Medical portfolio, opening new possibilities to furth

  • From Soft Plastic Manikins to Artificial Intelligence

    For over 80 years, Laerdal Medical has developed solutions that have helped save millions of lives. Now, the company is entering a new era—where data and artificial intelligence, in combination with plastic manikins, are at the center of future learning and patient safety.

  • Set to Deliver 2,500 Times – Laerdal Medical Tests High-Tech Birth Simulator

    This summer, Laerdal Medical will conduct 2,500 simulated births using its latest birth simulator, MamaAnne. While the simulator has already been tested for commercial release, this summer’s testing is part of ongoing validation to ensure the technology, anatomy, and user experience remain at the highest level over time.

  • Our Goal: Help Save One Million Lives – status update

    In total, we estimate that the projects we support are already helping save around 300,000 more lives annually. With continued scaling and expansion, we could reach 700,000 to 900,000 – and possibly one million – more lives saved each year compared to 2019.

  • Laerdal Cuts Energy Use by 35% with New Factory – Now Switching from Gas to District Heating

    Last year, Laerdal moved all its production in Stavanger to a new factory at Forus. The remaining buildings are now being converted into a new headquarters. Already, energy consumption in both the office and factory has dropped by 35%. Historically, gas has accounted for nearly half of total energy use, but now the gas is being turned off and replaced with district heating.

  • Laerdal Medical announces acquisition of SIMCharacters

    SIMCharacters’ high-fidelity neonatal simulator will enhance Laerdal’s current baby simulation portfolio, offering healthcare professionals, and educational institutions an even broader suite of tools to improve healthcare training.

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