Dense smoke, flames in the undergrowth, crackling brushwood – and right in the middle, emergency responders battling against time and the forces of nature: these are images from incidents that regularly make headlines around the world. INTERSCHUTZ 2026 (June 1–6 in Hanover, Germany) will, for the first time, bring this threatening reality to life with the WildfireCamp@INTERSCHUTZ. Much like a real operation, visitors will experience a dynamic platform where innovative solutions for the early detection, prevention, and suppression of wildfires are presented in both theory and practice.

“Driven by climate change, which is one of our key focus topics, we decided to launch this premiere,” says Thilo Horstmann, Head of INTERSCHUTZ at Deutsche Messe AG. “The camp is far more than a simple product showcase. It has been designed by recognized experts.” The four strong partners – Bosch Building Technologies, the European Forest Institute (EFI), @fire, and IMBOS e.V. – have played a key role in developing and preparing the WildfireCamp@INTERSCHUTZ, which brings together decision-makers, emergency responders, and technology providers. “We want to help create a global ‘wildfire community’ where responders and technology providers can exchange ideas on equal footing,” Horstmann emphasizes. “This is where the ‘turning point’ in civil protection becomes tangible.”

In this context, the “Xplore” will also be unveiled for the first time – a mobile command unit in the form of an incident command vehicle that is fully equipped for resilient operations, combining the latest technologies from sensor systems to satellite connectivity. It is the result of collaboration between leading companies from various technology sectors, brought together by IMBOS e.V.

Together with the four partners, a total of 20 national and international companies will present their solutions for various operational scenarios, including CAL FIRE, the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. The demonstrations are divided into five sections: pre- and post-fire management, vehicle-based firefighting, aerial support, ground crews, and special operational options. “Each section provides hands-on insights into different aspects of firefighting and gives visitors a comprehensive understanding of the respective operational areas,” says Horstmann. Further information about the WildfireCamp@INTERSCHUTZ, including participating companies, is available here .

“Command Post” forum

In addition to practical live demonstrations in the outdoor area between Halls 26 and 17, the “Command Post” forum (Hall 17, Stand F06) offers a central platform for in-depth information: through expert presentations and panel discussions , visitors can gain insights daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. into operational strategies, new early detection technologies, prevention measures by the European Forest Institute, and the digitalization of incident command. Practical workshops and training sessions also provide opportunities to learn proven firefighting and prevention tactics and techniques – with direct application potential. The networking area in the outdoor Wildfire Camp serves as a meeting point for anyone looking to exchange ideas with emergency responders, developers, political decision-makers, and forest owners.

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