INTERSCHUTZ 2026 in Hanover will bring together global experts in fire protection, rescue, and civil protection from June 1 to 6, 2026, to focus on innovative technology and pressing global challenges.
The event will explore the theme "A Turning Point in Civil Protection," addressing critical issues such as wildfires, extreme weather, and modernizing civil infrastructure amidst geopolitical uncertainties, particularly in Europe.
Hands-on Demonstrations and Conferences
The event will serve as a solutions hub, featuring live demonstrations, international specialist conferences, including the inaugural FEU Leadership Conference of the Federation of European Fire Officers, alongside numerous networking opportunities.
"INTERSCHUTZ 2026 will spotlight the 'turning point in civil protection,' a significant issue for Europe," remarked Hendrik Rawe, Global Director at Deutsche Messe AG.
Advancements in Technology and Cooperation
Rawe emphasized the challenges necessitating advanced technology, new cooperation levels across borders, and coordinated strategies. "INTERSCHUTZ serves as a platform for decision-makers to shape the future, embodying its motto: 'Safeguarding tomorrow,'" added Rawe.
Exhibitors Showcase Expertise
Currently, approximately 90 exhibitors are slated to present their civil protection innovations in Hall 17, covering preventive measures, infrastructure protection, and rapid emergency deployments.
The "New Concepts for Civil Protection" stand will feature small and medium enterprises exhibiting practical solutions and engaging with industry experts.
Rising Number of Participants
"INTERSCHUTZ topics are more relevant than ever, demonstrated by the increasing exhibitor numbers and expanded exhibition space," noted Rawe. "There's a palpable desire to gather in Hanover to tackle present-day challenges and collaboratively devise international solutions."
Innovative Solutions on Display
Beaver Protection Systems AG offers quick and flexible mobile flood protection
Switzerland's Beaver Protection Systems AG offers quick and flexible mobile flood protection. Germany's Ellcie Industries GmbH will exhibit a communications container designed to ensure stable connections in adverse conditions.
Meanwhile, Australia's Humanihut Pty Ltd will display a modular shelter for emergency scenarios. The Czech Metal Arsenal s.r.o. will present containment systems for hazardous materials.
Advanced Technology and Systems
Germany’s IQ Technologies for Earth and Space GmbH will showcase advanced sensors and warning systems, including the IQ FireWatch wildfire detection. In the vehicles category, Lava Marine GmbH will display rescue boats for flood operations.
COREVAS GmbH & Co. KG will complete the portfolio with communication and IT systems, featuring advanced control-center and emergency-call software solutions.
When international fire protection, rescue, and civil protection experts gather in Hanover from 1 to 6 June 2026 for INTERSCHUTZ, the focus will extend beyond cutting-edge technology and global innovations.
The event will also explore the pressing challenges facing Europe and the wider world under the theme “A Turning Point in Civil Protection.”
In this context, all nations are called to act, as the global community faces substantial tasks: rising wildfire risks, increasingly frequent extreme weather events, and the need for modern civil protection infrastructure amid an uncertain geopolitical climate – particularly in Europe.
Hands-on live demonstrations
INTERSCHUTZ is stepping into the role of solutions provider. The program includes hands-on live demonstrations, international specialist conferences –such as the first FEU Leadership Conference of the Federation of European Fire Officers – numerous networking opportunities for emergency responders and decision-makers from around the world, and a diverse supporting program.
“In addition to its established focus on firefighting and rescue services, INTERSCHUTZ 2026 will highlight the widely discussed ‘turning point in civil protection’ – a topic that is especially relevant for Europe,” says Hendrik Rawe, Global Director LIGNA, INTERSCHUTZ, parts2clean and SurfaceTechnology GERMANY at Deutsche Messe AG.
Need for advanced technology
“All stakeholders in this field are facing challenges that require not only advanced technology but also a new level of cooperation across disciplines and national borders, as well as coordinated strategies and a shared approaches,” continues Rawe.
“As the leading international trade fair, INTERSCHUTZ is the ideal platform to bring together decision-makers from all sectors and shape the future in line with its motto: ‘Safeguarding tomorrow.’”
Companies showcase their expertise at INTERSCHUTZ
As of the present day, roughly 90 exhibitors will present their civil protection offerings in Hall 17. They will showcase innovative products, systems, and services – ranging from preventive measures and critical infrastructure protection to rapid emergency deployment solutions.
At the center of the hall, the joint stand “New Concepts for Civil Protection” gives small and medium-sized enterprises the opportunity to present their innovations and practical solutions while engaging directly with industry experts.
Increasing number of exhibitors
“The topics addressed by INTERSCHUTZ are more relevant than ever,” emphasizes Rawe.
“This is reflected in the steadily increasing number of exhibitors and the continuous growth in exhibition space. In all our conversations, we sense a strong desire to come together in Hanover in June 2026 to discuss today’s challenges and develop joint solutions for tomorrow – at an international level. Especially in civil protection, this need clearly transcends national borders.”
An example of modern disaster preparedness and response comes from Switzerland’s Beaver Protection Systems AG, which offers mobile flood protection systems that can be deployed quickly and flexibly.
In the field of supply and infrastructure solutions, Germany’s Ellcie Industries GmbH will present a communications container for civil protection that ensures stable connections even under challenging conditions.
Mobile support and accommodation
For mobile support and accommodation, Australia’s Humanihut Pty Ltd will showcase a modular, rapidly deployable shelter system for emergency and disaster scenarios. In the equipment and protective systems segment, the Czech company Metal Arsenal s.r.o. will introduce containment systems for hazardous materials.
Germany’s IQ Technologies for Earth and Space GmbH will present advanced sensor and early-warning systems, including the automated wildfire detection system IQ FireWatch. In vehicles and specialized equipment category, Lava Marine GmbH will exhibit rescue boats designed for flood and high-water operations.
The portfolio is rounded out by communication and IT systems, including control-center and emergency-call software solutions from COREVAS GmbH & Co. KG.
