FEU and INTERSCHUTZ sign an MoU
The FEU will hold its first Leadership Conference at INTERSCHUTZ 2026, Hannover (Germany)
First FEU CFO Member
Historic appointment: Karsten Homrighausen becomes the first CFO member to head the FEU
Limassol, Cyprus, Nov. 8, 2024 - The Federation of European Fire Officers (FEU) is proud to announce the appointment of Karsten Homrighausen, Chief Fire Officer of the of Berliner Feuerwehr, as the first-ever Chief Fire Officer (CFO) member in the federation's history. The unanimous decision was made at the Council meeting in Limassol, Cyprus, on Nov. 8, 2024.
8th International Safety Education Seminar (ISES) Lapland, Finland
8th International Safety Education Seminar (ISES) 2025
Statement on Violence against First Responders
During their 55th Council meeting in Birmingham/UK the 6th June 2024 the Federation of EUropean fire officers (FEU) organised a seminar on Violence against First Responders, especially firefighters. The FEU strongly condemns the incidents of violence directed towards emergency responders and expresses deep concern for their safety and well-being. Recognizing the urgent need for coordinated efforts at both national and European levels to combat this growing threat, the FEU emphasizes that aggressive behavior towards aid workers is never acceptable and that leaders must take decisive action. The purpose of the seminar was to offer concrete examples of successful strategies and interventions to protect those who risk their lives to safeguard our communities. Following the seminar, the FEU released the attached statement to underscore their commitment to these principles. Feel free to share it.
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FEU announces reappointment of Jakob Vedsted Andersen as a member of the Executive Board
The Federation of European Fire Officers (FEU) is pleased to announce the reappointment of Jakob Vedsted Andersen to the Executive Board for a second three-year term. This decision was taken at the 55th FEU Council meeting in Birmingham, UK, from 5-7 June 2024.
4th May - International Firefighters Day
On behalf of the Federation of European fire officers, we extend our heartfelt sentiments on this important occasion of the International Day of Firefighters, celebrated annually on 4 May, also known as 'St Florian's Day'. This day serves as a moving reminder of the dedication, commitment and selfless sacrifices of firefighters around the world.
FEU Commemorating 2nd anniversary of attack on Ukraine
24th February, it's been two devastating years since Ukraine was brutally attacked. The FEU expresses heartfelt support to the firefighters in Ukraine, as they continue to navigate this unimaginably difficult situation.
