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Mobildeich receives first VdS certification

Mobildeich GmbH, a member of the Flood Competence Centre (HKC), is the first company to receive certification in accordance with the new VdS guideline 3855. The mobile flood protection element ‘Mobildeich’ performed impressively in realistic tests conducted by VdS and the Institute of Hydraulic Engineering at the Technical University of Hamburg.

NRW-Preis „Ressourcenschonung“ 2025

For the first time this year, the NRW “Resource Conservation” Award was presented by the Efficiency Agency NRW (EFA NRW). The award recognizes companies that stand out as pioneers in the circular economy.

HKC-Newsletter Nr.4

The new HKC Newsletter 2025 #4 has been released and offers exciting insights into current topics related to flood and heavy rainfall preparedness.

Fire brigade project weeks in the Wartburg district

As part of the fire brigade project weeks in the Wartburgkreis district, the HKC was represented for the first time with a flood prevention station – and inspired children with practical exercises on personal preparedness and emergency planning.