THW supports with barriers against African swine fever

THW supports with barriers against African swine fever

THW provides support with barriers against African swine feverThe German Federal Agency for Technical Relief (THW) is playing an important role in the fight against African swine fever (ASF) and deploys around 100 helpers every day to prevent the spread of the virus....
THE BBK CELEBRATES ITS 20TH BIRTHDAY

THE BBK CELEBRATES ITS 20TH BIRTHDAY

The flood of the century on the Danube and Elbe and the attacks of September 11, 2001, destroyed the sense of security of previous years. It became apparent that Germany was inadequately prepared for crises and disasters. In order to strengthen the security of the...
Percentage of women in THW continues to rise

Percentage of women in THW continues to rise

The German Federal Agency for Technical Relief (THW) continues to focus on promoting women, especially in management positions. This is reflected in the steady increase in the proportion of women throughout THW in recent years. On the occasion of International...
Board member Reimund Schwarze as an expert  at the Bundestag

Board member Reimund Schwarze as an expert at the Bundestag

Our Board member Prof. Dr. Reimund Schwarze will take part as an expert witness in a Bundestag hearing on the subject of natural hazard insurance next Monday, March 11. In its motion on natural hazard insurance, the CDU/CSU parliamentary group demands, among other...