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Celebrating 75 Years of THW: The "FUELex" Exercise in North Rhine-Westphalia

The Federal Agency Technical Relief - State Association Office North Rhine-Westphalia has announced the upcoming "FUELex" exercise, set to take place from August 23, 2025, to various dates in September. This significant event marks the 75th anniversary of the Technical Relief Agency (THW), the operational civil defense authority of Germany.

The exercise will be held on the grounds of the Zollverein Coal Mine in Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, a fitting location for an organisation that has been serving the nation for over seven decades. As the largest of the eight federal state associations, with 127 local associations, 12 regional areas, and nearly 20,000 members, the THW is a proven and indispensable partner in Germany's disaster prevention architecture.

The "FUELex" exercise will showcase the THW's capabilities through various performances and interactive activities. Visitors can expect live musical entertainment, a high-level panel discussion, and a ceremonial opening, which will include an impressive performance showcase in Essen on August 23, 2025.

The exercise framework scenario involves a wet and cold summer, saturated soils, and an increasingly hybrid threat situation. This scenario is designed to test the THW's readiness and response capabilities in a challenging environment.

It is important to note that the search results do not contain information about the head of the Staatsverbandsbehörde Nordrhein-Westfalen of the THW for the year 2025. For more information about the Federal Agency Technical Relief - State Association Office North Rhine-Westphalia, please contact Julian Posse at +49 2103-7910-121, fax: +49 2103-7910-180, or via email at [email protected].

The document related to the exercise, titled "20250722_PM_01_FUELEX25_final.pdf", is 174 kB in size and can be found on the THW's official website. The THW relies on 98% volunteer personnel for its work, a testament to the dedication and commitment of its members.

The THW has a long history of providing essential support in numerous domestic and foreign deployments. As the operational civil defense authority of the federal government, it continues to play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of the German people. The "FUELex" exercise is an opportunity for the THW to demonstrate its capabilities and reaffirm its commitment to serving the nation.

Join us in Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, this August as we celebrate the THW's 75th anniversary and witness the power and resilience of this remarkable organisation.

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