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INTERSCHUTZ 2026, taking place from 1 to 6 June in Hanover, will be shaped by what many are calling a “turning point”. With eleven months to go before the event starts, strong exhibitor interest is already evident for the world’s pioneering trade fair for firefighting, rescue, and civil protection. “Nearly three-quarters of the nine exhibition halls are already booked, and only a few spaces remain available on the open-air-site,” says Bernd Heinold, Head of INTERSCHUTZ at Deutsche Messe AG. “It’s already clear that INTERSCHUTZ will further expand its role as the world’s pioneering industry platform.” INTERSCHUTZ Major players and institutions from all key sectors have confirmed their participation Against a backdrop of increasing global challenges – ranging from climate change and natural disasters to geopolitical and security threats – exhibiting companies have recognized INTERSCHUTZ as an indispensable showcase for their products and services, as well as a key forum for industry guidance and exchange. Major players and institutions from all key sectors have confirmed their participation. Pioneering companies in the firefighting segment include Empl, Magirus, Rosenbauer, Volkan, WISS, and Ziegler. Rescue services The rescue services field is also strongly represented by Binz, Ferno, PAX, Spencer, and WAS. The civil protection segment, which will take on added importance in 2026 given the current global situation, includes exhibitors such as Dönges, Lanco, Mast Pumpen, Polyma, and Spechtenhauser. “We’re also seeing interest from companies that have never exhibited at INTERSCHUTZ before. That’s something we’re especially pleased about,” adds Heinold. Smaller firms and startups will also showcase their solutions alongside the sector’s pioneering players. Civil-military cooperation The German “Bundeswehr” will have a significantly expanded presence at INTERSCHUTZ 2026 For the first time, the German “Bundeswehr” will have a significantly expanded presence at INTERSCHUTZ 2026. This reflects a new emphasis on civil-military cooperation (CMC) – a strategic partnership between civil organizations (both governmental and non-governmental) and the military in alliance and national defense, disaster response, and emergency management. “The current turning point has undoubtedly led to heightened awareness of critical challenges – but also to clear financial commitments,” says Heinold. “In the coming years, we’ll see significant federal investment in civil protection, including major upgrades in equipment for fire and rescue services.” Expert audience According to Heinold, showcasing products and solutions to an expert audience is essential. “INTERSCHUTZ provides a unique opportunity to bring together users and manufacturers – both commercial and non-profit – to address future challenges in line with our theme: ‘Safeguarding tomorrow.’” There is a broad consensus that climate change is advancing rapidly – and INTERSCHUTZ 2026 will directly respond to one of its most visible consequences: the increase in wildfires and vegetation fires around the world. Experts from Germany The new WildfireCamp@INTERSCHUTZ will bring together experts from Germany and abroad to present and discuss innovative approaches to fighting and preventing vegetation fires. “We aim to connect developers, solution providers, and frontline responders,” says Heinold. “At WildfireCamp@INTERSCHUTZ, exhibitors will gain firsthand insight into the real-world challenges responders face – and vice versa, emergency personnel will experience the latest technologies and tools from the industry.”

INTERSCHUTZ 2026, taking place from 1 to 6 June in Hanover, will be shaped by what many are calling a “turning point”. With eleven months to go before the event starts, strong exhibitor interest is already evident for the world’s pioneering trade fair for firefighting, rescue, and civil protection. Climate change and disasters “Nearly three-quarters of the nine exhibition halls are already booked, and only a few spaces remain available on the open-air-site,” says Bernd Heinold, Head of INTERSCHUTZ at Deutsche Messe AG. “It’s already clear that INTERSCHUTZ will further expand its role as the world’s pioneering industry platform.” Against a backdrop of increasing global challenges – ranging from climate change and natural disasters to geopolitical and security threats – exhibiting companies have recognized INTERSCHUTZ as an indispensable showcase for their products and services, as well as a key forum for industry guidance and exchange. Rescue services field Major players and organizations from all key sectors have confirmed their participation Major players and institutions from all key sectors have confirmed their participation. Pioneering companies in the firefighting segment include Empl, Magirus, Rosenbauer, Volkan, WISS, and Ziegler. The rescue services field is also strongly represented by Binz, Ferno, PAX, Spencer, and WAS. The civil protection segment, which will take on added importance in 2026 given the current global situation, includes exhibitors such as Dönges, Lanco, Mast Pumpen, Polyma, and Spechtenhauser. Smaller firms and startups “We’re also seeing interest from companies that have never exhibited at INTERSCHUTZ before. That’s something we’re especially pleased about,” adds Heinold. Smaller firms and startups will also showcase their solutions alongside the sector’s pioneering players. For the first time, the German “Bundeswehr” will have a significantly expanded presence at INTERSCHUTZ 2026. This reflects a new emphasis on civil-military cooperation (CMC) – a strategic partnership between civil organizations (both governmental and non-governmental) and the military in alliance and national defense, disaster response, and emergency management. Investing in Civil Protection According to Heinold, showcasing products and solutions to an expert audience is essential “The current turning point has undoubtedly led to heightened awareness of critical challenges – but also to clear financial commitments,” says Heinold. “In the coming years, we’ll see significant federal investment in civil protection, including major upgrades in equipment for fire and rescue services.” According to Heinold, showcasing products and solutions to an expert audience is essential. “INTERSCHUTZ provides a unique opportunity to bring together users and manufacturers – both commercial and non-profit – to address future challenges in line with our theme: ‘Safeguarding tomorrow.’” Focus on climate-related emergencies: WildfireCamp There is a broad consensus that climate change is advancing rapidly – and INTERSCHUTZ 2026 will directly respond to one of its most visible consequences: the increase in wildfires and vegetation fires around the world. The new WildfireCamp@INTERSCHUTZ will bring together experts from Germany and abroad to present and discuss innovative approaches to fighting and preventing vegetation fires. “We aim to connect developers, solution providers, and frontline responders,” says Heinold. “At WildfireCamp@INTERSCHUTZ, exhibitors will gain firsthand insight into the real-world challenges responders face – and vice versa, emergency personnel will experience the latest technologies and tools from the industry.”

The Brazilian state of Ceará received the first FireBull – the world's first tracked fire engine from Magirus. A delegation with high-ranking representatives of the Governor of the Brazilian state of Ceará, the fire brigades and partners were guests at the Magirus Experience Center in Ulm for the technical acceptance and handover of the world’s first tracked fire engine, as well as a MultiStar combination vehicle and several portable fire pumps. State-of-the-art Magirus vehicles delivered Carlos Décimo de Souza from the Secretariat for Research, Technology and Education of the Governor of Ceará expressed his thanks for the very good, trusting and cooperative partnership. He said “We are thrilled to be able to take delivery of these state-of-the-art Magirus vehicles here in Ulm.” Carlos Décimo de Souza adds, “With the consistent renewal and constant expansion with innovative, unique deployment technology, such as extinguishing robots and powerful special vehicles, such as the Magirus FireBull, we want to ensure that our emergency forces can make a sustainable contribution to the protection of people, material and companies in our region, and are themselves always protected in the best possible way.” FireBull tracked fire engine The proven AirCore water mist technology enables efficient fire-fighting with high penetration depths The FireBull tracked fire engine from Magirus combines the highly efficient AirCore extinguishing technology, flexible set-up options and the extremely all-terrain PowerBully chassis from Kässbohrer Geländefahrzeug AG, to form a globally unique and versatile special fire-fighting vehicle. The proven AirCore water mist technology enables efficient fire-fighting with high penetration depths and throwing distances of up to 80 meters, but also an excellent cooling effect with minimal water consumption. Transport of high volumes of extinguishing agent The transport of high volumes of extinguishing agent (9,000 liters of water, 2,000 liters of foam) with a minimum ground pressure of 0.300 kilograms per square centimeter, at a permissible total weight of 30 tons, is one of the central advantages in impassable and difficult-to-access terrain. In future, the FireBull will be used in the region around Porto do Pecém, in Brazil. In addition to being called out for use in vegetation fires or operations in the nearby reserve and protected area, the region has a large port, beaches and numerous large industrial operations ranging from recycling plants to steel production, some of which have difficult-to-access terrain. Magirus MultiStar combination vehicle With the Magirus MultiStar, the Brazilian state of Ceará receives a unique combination vehicle consisting of a telescopic boom with rescue cage and a tank pumper. The aluminum telescopic boom allows an operating range of -12 m to +30.5 m, as well as an outreach of 16.5 m (3 persons). The Magirus TeamCab crew cabin offers space for 1 + 5 persons. The MultiStar is equipped with a fire-fighting centrifugal pump - FPN 10-3000 and FPH 40-250 with high pressure in bronze, as well as an extinguishing agent or foam tank with 1,500 liters of water and 300 liters of foam. Versatile equipment and fittings Magirus MultiStar offers smaller fire brigades the possibility of handling a wide range of different operations Thanks to its versatile equipment and fittings, the Magirus MultiStar offers smaller fire brigades, in particular, the possibility of handling a wide range of different operations - from transporting water, crew and equipment to rescuing people and providing technical assistance - with one vehicle. More than 10 of these vehicles are already in use in Brazil. In addition to the MultiStar and the FireBull, three new Magirus FIRE 1000 portable fire pumps complete the current delivery. Magirus delivers additional equipment to Ceará As early as the end of 2021, Magirus handed over an AirCore TAF35 fire-fighting robot, an AirCore turbine fire-fighting vehicle on an Iveco Daily 4x4, a MultiStar and the world’s highest articulated turntable ladder, an M42L-AS with rear-axle steering, to the Brazilian state of Ceará. In combination with the new vehicles, the Brazilian state has an innovative fleet of fire engines and special vehicles that is unparalleled not only in Brazil, but the world. The Magirus FireBull and the MultiStar will be shipped to Brazil in the coming weeks and presented to the public at a festive ceremony.