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At the Holmatro Rescue Challenge in Germany, teams from all over the world will show their skills in realistic vehicle extrication scenarios. Using Holmatro's new Pentheon tools they will compete to free a ‘live patient’ from the latest BMWs. Make sure to follow #holmatrorescuechallenge to stay informed!
INTERSCHUTZ 2022
This is the second international Holmatro Rescue Challenge and it will again be hosted by Interschutz. The 5-day event will take place from 20-24 June 2022, on a large area right in the middle of the exhibition grounds. Check out the map where to find us (and don’t forget to stop by our indoor booth as well, Hall 26 - J27).
Participating teams
A total of 20 international teams will compete in the Holmatro Rescue Challenge. The lineup will be presented on this website soon!
Program
Each day of the Rescue Challenge four teams will compete. After the last team has participated on Friday the award ceremony will take place.
UNIQUE SCENARIOS
The teams will be challenged to respond to a unique 20-minute vehicle extrication scenario. The exact scenario for each team, designed and supervised by the event organization, will remain confidential up to the very start. A group of experienced assesssors will be present to judge and score each challenge to determine the overall event winners.
Want to see our first Rescue Challenge? Go to Flashback 2015.
LEARNING EVENT
The aim of the Holmatro Rescue Challenge is to facilitate a safe learning environment for firefighters and rescue workers. Before getting hands on with their scenarios each team will receive a Holmatro Equipment Familiarization Training as part of a Masterclass Extrication Techniques. These training classes will take place on the Holmatro outdoor booth, so feel free to watch and learn.
LATEST BMWS
We are grateful to BMW for offering rescuers from all over the world the chance to get hands on experience with the latest Holmatro tools on modern BMWs. These BMWs will be lined up for the scenarios right on the challenge terrain, you can’t miss them!
PRIZES WORTH € 50,000
Besides the honor of winning the challenge, the three best teams will be rewarded with fantastic prizes: Holmatro rescue tool sets with a total value of € 50,000! The prizes will be presented to the winners in the following categories:
- Best Overall Team
- Best Technical Team
- Best Team Spirit
Don’t forget to watch the award ceremony that will take place on Friday afternoon.
LIVE BROADCASTING
The Rescue Challenge will be broadcast live by streaming video on Holmatro’s social media channels. Make sure to follow us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and Twitter to stay updated!
We look forward to meeting you at Interschutz 2022!
Frequently asked questions
Good to know: participating teams will receive a manual with all details in spring 2022.
If you haven't found the answer to your question, please contact the event organization.
- Where can I find which teams are participating?
The lineup of the 20 teams that will participate in the Holmatro Rescue Challenge will be published on this website soon.
- Do I need to book a ticket to watch the Holmatro Rescue Challenge?
You just need to buy entrance tickets for the Interschutz exhibition. Come and watch your favorite teams on our outdoor booth at Interschutz or follow the challenge through the livestream.
- Do I need a visa to visit Germany?
Depending on the country where you live you may need a Schengen visa, for which you need to apply at the German embassy. Please check out this website for all details and a list of countries whose nationals need a visa.
- How do I arrange my hotel for the Holmatro Rescue Challenge?
The following agencies can assist you in finding a hotel room: Visit Hannover or TEST (Travel Event Service Team).
Contact
If you have any questions or would like to receive additional information, please send an email to [email protected]. You can also contact Ms Manon Hart (for general questions) or Mr Ronald de Zanger (for technical questions) at +31 162 589 200.
