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ISAR is collaborating with Rhein-Waal University of Applied Sciences
1 November 2026

ISAR is collaborating with Rhein-Waal University of Applied Sciences

How do rescue teams, equipment and relief supplies reach a disaster area as quickly as possible? This was the focus of our guest lecture, „From Disasters to Deliveries: The Hidden Logistics Behind Relief Missions“, as part of the Mobility and Logistics degree programme at Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences. Together with Prof. Dr Katharina Adaev, our colleagues Thilo Künnemann and Simon Gutzeit used the example of... to demonstrate to the students... Read more: Article dated 1 November 2026
ISAR Germany takes part in a joint EMT exercise in Hesse
18 October 2026

ISAR Germany takes part in a joint EMT exercise in Hesse

In mid-October, we carried out an emergency drill in Kriftel, Hesse. The scenario began with a severe earthquake. As the drinking water system also collapsed as a result, this led to an outbreak of cholera; in the drill scenario, there were 30 cases. Cholera has been a concern for the German Emergency Medical Teams for some time now. Together, they set up a cholera unit with up to five treatment stations; an initial... Read more: Article dated 18 October 2026
ISAR Germany takes part in a major international exercise in Taiwan
21 September 2026

ISAR Germany takes part in a major international exercise in Taiwan

Taiwan spent three days rehearsing for an emergency: during a large-scale civil protection exercise in Taitung and other parts of eastern Taiwan, national emergency services worked alongside international partners to practise their response to a major earthquake. ISAR Germany also took part at the invitation of the National Fire Agency (NFA). From 16 to 18 September, as part of the 2026 National Disaster... Read more: Article dated 21 September 2026
Back to school after the earthquake: help for children in Venezuela
16 September 2026

Back to school after the earthquake: help for children in Venezuela

In La Guaira, the new school year has begun for the pupils at Simón Bolívar School. ISAR Germany is supporting the children in this region, which was severely affected by the earthquake, by providing school supplies. At the same time, preparations are already underway for another aid project: the reconstruction of a damaged school in Puerto Cabello. For the children at the Simón Bolívar School... Read more: Article dated 16 September 2026
100 tool kits for the reconstruction of schools in Venezuela
6 September 2026

100 tool kits for the reconstruction of schools in Venezuela

100 tool kits for construction, electrical, plumbing, assembly and carpentry work have arrived in Venezuela. They are intended to assist with the reconstruction of schools damaged by the earthquake. The tools were donated by the THW Foundation for earthquake relief. Rhenus Logistics supported their transport to Venezuela. The tool kits were shipped to the country by sea. Until... Read more: Article dated 6 September 2026