112RESCUE from 26 to 28 June 2025 sees stakeholders in the fire safety, rescue, disaster control and civil defence segments meeting up for the third time with a 360° line-up of exhibitors plus high-quality conventions, informative symposia and workshops as well as a highly informative supporting programme. Following recent events, there will be features such as a presentation on the school rampage in Graz, Austria, on 10 June 2025 from the perspective of the Austrian Red Cross in the province of Styria.

Dortmund, 26 June 2025 – “112RESCUE is an indispensable platform for all those involved in public safety and civil defence. With its wide-ranging programme of innovative technologies, real-life solutions and interdisciplinary formats, it provides pioneering inspiration for mastering current and future challenges effectively and sustainably in a changing world,” said Sabine Loos, chief show organiser and Managing Director of Westfalenhallen Unternehmensgruppe which owns and operates the Messe Dortmund venue.

The show's increasing relevance is also reflected in the growth in the number of exhibitors, with what is now the third show set to feature 315 exhibitors from eleven countries – an increase of nearly 10% on the previous year. The international participation underscores the role of 112RESCUE as an up-and-coming forum for interpersonal engagement, innovation and networking in civil emergency response across national boundaries.

The importance of the cross-industry 'blues-and-twos' show is also being highlighted by two government ministries. “If you want to have a say, you have to be up to date. And what better way to achieve this than at the 112RESCUE show? In Dortmund, all the leading-edge disciplines are convening in one location. Such an opportunity to inform and communicate, such a place to come together helps us improve every day. But it's not just worth watching, it's also worth taking part!” said Herbert Reul, patron of the show and Minister of the Interior in North Rhine Westphalia.

Karl-Josef Laumann, also patron and Minister of Labour, Health & Social Affairs in the state of North Rhine Westphalia, also emphasised the wide range of products and services on offer at the show, saying: “112RESCUE offers the opportunity to find out about pioneering technologies and developments in the rescue services and the benefits they offer. In a time of growing challenges, networking and digitalisation are key to efficient collaboration and to resilient operational structures. At the same time, 112RESCUE provides a space for dialogue on current trends and forward-looking developments that have the potential to shape and change the work of the emergency services and civil defence health protection.”

112RESCUE: Leading-edge. Comprehensive. Innovative.

This year's show is focusing on strategies and measures for prevention, early detection, intervention and the use of modern technologies. This is also reflected in the wide range of different disciplines, with exhibitors in the medical technology segment including Regina Lange Medical Technology, Hum, IP Heater, Intersurgical, the Notarztbörse paramedic exchange, INM Arnsberg, BAK Mettmann, Stollenwerk, Dahlhausen and for the first time Stryker plus the NRW Private-Sector Rescue Services' Civil Defence & Disaster Aid Agency as well as deconta who is showing modern decontamination systems for protection against harmful and hazardous substances. The outdoor area will feature exhibitors such as Weber Rescue, a renowned manufacturer of rescue systems, who will be demonstrating realistic rescue scenarios on a crash system. Complementing the line-up will be, among others, Dräger with its advanced technical assistance systems. A large number of vehicle manufacturers and converters such as WISS, Schlingmann, LUEG, GSF, Desautel and Iturri will be presenting the latest vehicles in the industry. With these and many other providers across all areas of the emergency services scene, 112RESCUE is set to offer a unique overview of the industry with an eye to greater efficiency and safety in crisis situations. → List of exhibitors

The highly varied specialist and supporting programme (selected items)

“Rescue & Emergency Medicine Congress”

The conference being held as part of 112RESCUE covers all the basics of pre-hospital emergency medicine and emergency care. Visitors will be able to take part in various medical workshops on Day 1 of the show, with the German Rescue Service Symposium being held on Day 2. → Link to programme overview

'Tactical Situations in Emergency Services' symposium (Hall 1)

On 26 June 2025, the largest civilian event of its kind in the German-speaking world will offer a unique forum for background information, strategies and tactics related to threat scenarios. The day before, various information sessions will provide information on violent crime and terrorist threats from the perspective of the emergency services. An extra ticket is required to attend the conference and the accompanying workshops. Organiser: S+K Verlag.

MAIN STAGE (Hall 6)

On the main stage, visitors will experience true-to-life presentations and panels on such topics as extreme weather events, the future of procurement and practical tips on (crisis) communications. The programme will be presided over by Marcel Kilic, known from the popular 'Blaulichthelden' emergency responders' podcast. 

A particular point of focus of this year's 112RESCUE is on rampages and threat situations, including the attack in Solingen (2024) from the perspective of the North Rhine Westphalia emergency services and the Hamas terrorist attack on Israel (2023). Dov Maisel, Operations Director at United Hatzalah, brings over 30 years of operational experience in the emergency services and highlights preventive and operational aspects of dealing with such crises. Thomas Gangl, Deputy Head of the Styrian Rescue Control Centre at the Austrian Red Cross, will handle the official opening. He will report on the rampage at a school in Graz on 10 June 2025. In addition, Juliane Weiß and Dr Rolf Erbe will provide insights into crisis communications in exceptional scenarios.

Educational workshops (Hall 6 & outdoor area)

Professionals will receive valuable input in these two exclusively bookable workshops: The 'Emergency breathing protection course' will provide in-depth training in techniques and conduct in breathing protection emergencies. The event is organised by the ENSE training centre. The 'Technical assistance (vehicle rescue)' workshop will focus on securing and stabilising, operational tactics and collaboration between the fire and rescue services. The organiser is Brandschutz-Center Münster Brinck GmbH.

DRZ Rescue Robotics Days (Hall 6)

As part of this multifaceted side event, the German Rescue Robotics Centre (DRZ) is organising an exciting special exhibition with exhibitors Eurocommand, Telerob, Angatec and Alpha Robotics. With special events areas for flight and ground robotics, the event will also offer comprehensive insights into the world of drones and robotic systems for emergency response. One of the novelties will be a robotic dog.

RESEARCH & FUTURE Open Stage (Hall 5)

Inspiring presentations on innovative technologies, new solution tactics and processes that can make our society more resilient to crises and disasters are on the agenda here. The programme will be complemented by a large number of research institutions and exhibitors such as Synch from Israel, Wikutec and the start-up Optic Barrier who will be presenting their pioneering approaches in Hall 5. 

High-capability equipment and fire stations (Hall 6)

This key specialist topic is dedicated to the planning and construction of modern fire stations, with discussions on Friday morning (27 June) on the MAIN STAGE. Specialists such as Alpgate, Safe Fire House, divera, construction company Bremer, architects Kempen & Kleinheyer, Gaus and the author and expert from Munich Fire Brigade, Stefan Meidl, will be taking part.

Protective clothing (PPE) fashion shows (Hall 6)

Renowned manufacturers such as Atlas, Haix, Novotex-Isomat, H+DG Speedsafe, Dönges, S-Gard, ALWIT and Peter Schmitt will be showcasing their latest collections, innovative functional designs and current trends in emergency and protective clothing twice a day on the MAIN STAGE. 
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Exclusive opportunity: meet-and-greet session with popular social media stars (Hall 6, C12) Celina Woll, Luis Teichmann, Christian Manshen and Robert Constantin will ensure plenty of community spirit at the show as they get to know each other in person.

Live and true-to-life: interactive demonstrations (Hall 4 & outdoor area)

Organised by central industry platform Blaulichtkanal, practical exercises will be demonstrated by other popular brand ambassadors. The German Road Safety Council (DVR) will also be represented for the first time, presenting a mobile driving simulator and other road safety matters on the entrance forecourt. 
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Women-in-Rescue Corner (WIR Corner, Hall 6)

In 2025, the Women in Rescue Award(WIR Award) will once again be presented to an outstanding individual who has demonstrated courage, dedication and special commitment in the field of rescue and emergency response. Permanent Secretary Dr Daniela Lesmeister will present the award at the MAIN STAGE on 28 June starting at 12:00 noon. New at 112RESCUE this year is the Women-in-Rescue Corner (Hall 6, G14), a specially designed meeting place for dialogue, visibility and networking among female rescue professionals.

Networking event on the Blue Light Beach

The show's conceptual partner, the Association of Fire Brigades in North Rhine Westphalia (VdF NRW), invites everyone to a summer get-together in the outdoor grounds on 27 June starting at 15:00 hrs. Guests can enjoy refreshing cocktails and drinks in a relaxed atmosphere on the Blue Light Beach, with all sales proceeds going to projects organised by the NRW Fire Brigades Association.

The next edition of 112RESCUE is already being planned and will take place in 2027 as scheduled.

   
EXHIBITION AT A GLANCE 

112 RESCUE – THE FIRE SAFETY, RESCUE AND CIVIL DEFENCE TRADE SHOW
Exhibitors' offerings at this trade show represent a broadly diversified overview of the market and consist of proven existing and future products, applications, services, ideas and solutions in all areas of civil protection and defence. Added to this are live demonstrations in a variety of safety-related subject areas.

DATE:
26 – 28 June 2025

EVENT ORGANISER:
Messe Dortmund GmbH

CONCEPTUAL PARTNER:

• Verband der Feuerwehren in NRW e.V. (VdF NRW, the Association of Fire Brigades in North Rhine Westphalia)

PATRONS:

• NRW State Ministry of the Interior
• NRW State Ministry of Labour, Health & Social Affairs

NEXT ISSUE:
Scheduled for 2027. The exact date will be announced in due course.

EXHIBITORS:
315 exhibitors from 11 countries

TARGET VISITOR GROUPS:
The show is specifically aimed at decision-makers and those with an advisory influence on purchasing matters – at municipal and state level, and spanning both voluntary and paid staff – in fire departments, rescue services, heavy equipment agencies, relief organisations and the entire disaster control sector. The show will equally be of interest to societies and associations (e.g. public sector institutes for occupational accident insurance and prevention, and chambers of commerce), local and state politicians as well as job seekers and training providers – and anyone with an interest in rescue, protection and safety.