This event was initiated by the SPELL and PAIRS research project. The event aims to incorporate artificial intelligence into the operations and situation management of civil protection and disaster management. Hackers from all countries and age groups are invited to participate in the 40-hour hacking challenge.

Firefighters are vulnerable to various types of health-related risks such as cancer. Operational hygiene, health protection, and protective equipment will all be addressed by professional speakers at this event.

The FireFit European Championship is an international competition for the fittest, strongest, and fastest firefighters. The challengers will take on these tasks to prevail: Stair Climb (HAIX stair tower, three flights, 12 meters high), Hose Hoist and Stair Descent, Forcible Entry (using a chopping simulator), Run and Hose Advance, and Victim Rescue.

Around 50 vintage fire engines together with the International Firefighters Motorcycle club will join the procession throughout Hannover. Participants will also have the chance to talk to the drivers of the fire engines and motorcycles during the two-hour stop in front of the town hall.