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Magirus informs
Built to Protect: Magirus at Interschutz 2026
- Magirus to present itself at the world’s leading trade fair for fire and rescue services, civil protection and safety in Hanover from 1–6 June 2026
- Under the motto “Built to Protect”, Magirus positions itself as a system provider for fire and disaster protection as well as Defense & Security
- Magirus Pavilion 32 combines SmartControl turntable ladders, new equipment, live demonstrations and interactive formats into an immersive experience and place for exchange
Geopolitical conflicts, new threat scenarios and increasing demands on the protection of critical infrastructure are fundamentally changing civil protection. For more than 160 years, Magirus has been developing solutions for those who take responsibility for protection and safety – continuously evolving from a traditional firefighting vehicle manufacturer into a provider of fire and disaster protection as well as Defense & Security solutions.
From 1 to 6 June 2026, Magirus will demonstrate at Interschutz 2026 in Hanover, Germany, how the company is addressing these challenges. At the world’s leading trade fair for fire and rescue services, civil protection and safety, Magirus will present itself as an integrated system provider dedicated to protecting people, emergency responders and critical infrastructure.
“Built to Protect”: More than a Motto
Under the motto “Built to Protect”, Magirus will bring to life at Pavilion 32 what the company has stood for more than 160 years: technology designed to protect lives. With the newly established Defense & Security business unit, Magirus has strategically expanded its portfolio – from fire and disaster protection to tactical vehicle solutions for armed forces and security authorities. This further strengthens the company’s position across the full spectrum of modern safety and operational scenarios.
“The requirements facing emergency responders and operators of critical infrastructure are changing significantly. For us, Interschutz is above all a place for personal exchange with customers, partners, emergency and rescue services,” says Thorsten Marquardt, Global Head of Sales at Magirus. “We do not only want to present our company and solutions – we want to make them tangible and experienceable. At the heart of everything we do is the question of how we can best support those who take responsibility for protection and safety.”
The Magirus Pavilion: Experience, Exchange and Operational Practice at the Centre
Magirus welcomes customers, partners and visitors in and around Magirus Pavilion 32. Live demonstrations and interactive formats such as the Magirus Firefighter Challenge “Operation 112” will turn the exhibition presence into a meeting point for emergency responders, partners and the wider community. Visitors will gain practical insights into modern operational solutions and experience direct exchange with the people behind Magirus.
In addition, Magirus is setting deliberate impulses for the future of emergency response technology and aims to further develop ideas, materials and new approaches in civil protection together with fire services and emergency responders. Further information about the exhibition appearance, exhibits, programme highlights and appointment bookings is available at https://interschutz.magirusgroup.com/
With its presence at Interschutz 2026, Magirus is creating a place for exchange, experience and practical insights into modern operational solutions – for everyone who takes responsibility for protection and safety.
Magirus informs
“Security Creates Value”: Exclusive Forum on Europe’s Security Future in Vienna
− Magirus brings together high-level representatives from politics, industry and defence in Vienna
− Fireside chat with Federal Minister Klaudia Tanner on security as a responsibility shared by society as a whole
− Panel discussion on the industrial turning point with Lieutenant General Vodosek, Vice Secretary General Koren and Magirus CEO Veselaj
− Magirus Defense & Security business unit successfully launched
Geopolitical conflicts, increasing threat scenarios and growing demands for the protection of society and critical infrastructure are fundamentally reshaping Europe’s security landscape. Against this backdrop, Magirus, together with the international business club GPF Global and in cooperation with SEEBDN (Southeast Europe Business Development Network), hosted an exclusive evening on Tuesday, 28 April 2026, at the Ernst Fuchs Museum in the Otto Wagner Villa in Vienna under the theme “Security Creates Value”.
The event brought together senior figures from politics, industry and defence to address a central question: how can security be shaped collectively as a responsibility shared by society as a whole?
Fireside chat with Federal Minister Tanner: security requires a change in mindset
A central highlight of the evening was a fireside chat with Austria’s Federal Minister of Defence, Klaudia Tanner. She emphasised that the evolving security environment requires a fundamental shift in thinking – both in defence policy and across society. Security, she stressed, is not a task that individual actors can address alone.
“A neutral state must be able to defend its neutrality,” said Minister Tanner. “Strengthening security in Europe sustainably requires a joint effort from business, industry, politics and society.”
A turning point: taking responsibility before it is too late
The subsequent panel discussion, titled “A Turning Point for Industry: Security as a Driver of Innovation and Growth”, featured Lieutenant General Harald Vodosek, National Armaments Director of the Austrian Armed Forces at the Federal Ministry of Defence, Peter Koren, Vice Secretary General of the Federation of Austrian Industries, and Fatmir Veselaj, CEO of Magirus.
Veselaj highlighted Magirus’ priorities: “In critical situations, every second counts. That is why everything we develop and produce must focus on the end user – the emergency personnel who rely on our technology in every situation.” At the same time, he underlined the responsibility of industry: “We must not wait for political direction. We need to act now and develop solutions that perform when it matters most.”
He also formulated a clear ambition for both Magirus and the wider industry: “Protection must not become a luxury. Our responsibility is to deliver the highest quality at a fair price.”
Magirus strengthens its Defense & Security business
With the establishment of the Magirus Defense & Security business unit at its Radfeld site, Magirus has successfully completed the acquisition of Achleitner Fahrzeugbau and is now active as a provider of specialised solutions for armed forces, security agencies and operators of critical infrastructure.
The company is thereby positioning itself as an integrated systems provider across the full spectrum of civil protection – from firefighting and disaster response to tactical solutions for protection, mobility and operational capability under the most demanding conditions. The event in Vienna underscored the consistency with which Magirus is pursuing this strategic direction.
For CEO Fatmir Veselaj, dialogue with stakeholders from politics, industry and society is a key element of corporate responsibility. The event in Vienna demonstrated that the pressing challenges of security can only be addressed and managed through collaboration between all actors.
Security is not created in isolation. It emerges where responsibility is shared – for society, and for those who protect it every day.
High quality as standard
Vehicle construction
Magirus is a global name at automotive engineering and production of customized bodies, trailers and all-wheel-drive vehicles, as well as at the manufacturing of special vehicles prepared for police, military and paramilitary purpose - protected and unprotected. Located in Radfeld/Tyrol, Austria all vehicles gets adapted and manufactured according to customer and mission requirements.
Starting with an individual and unique piece, optimized and innovative vehicle concepts are offered. Along the entire value-added chain the vehicles are developed to series, produced, thoroughly tested, type-approved and delivered with in house competence.
The basis therefore is the knowledge and practical experience of our specialists, which has been grown over decades. Consistent progress and investments in machinery, coupled with the courage to start Industry 4.0 view already in the 2000s, is what Magirus makes a global player with highly complex vehicles systems.
At the beginning there was a traditional handcrafted blacksmith which was founded in 1932.
More than 9 decades of a regular solid development have been passed Magirus Magirus Defense Systems GmbH already.
Saftey and quality
Research
Our highly trained workers with years of company-specific experience regularly develop our products and their related equipment. This guarantees maximum quality and the most up-to-date technology.
Through its close cooperation with customers, users, suppliers, institutions and based on the use of tested and market-ready components, Magirus vehicles are produced that can be clearly distinguished from the standard series-produced vehicles made by other manufacturers.
Quality, functionality, durability and design - despite flexibility and customer-oriented solutions - are paramount. Magirus vehicles must also have the capacity of working under extreme stress. To achieve this, Magirus relies on an extensive range of in-house tools and expertise as well as partner test laboratories.
