REAS – International Emergency Exhibition 2026, Montichiari, Italy

• October 8, 2026
  Event date:
• October 10, 2026
  Event end:

What to expect in 2026

REAS – International Emergency Exhibition returns to Centro Fiera Montichiari for its 25th edition, bringing together companies, emergency professionals, civil protection organisations, institutions, volunteers and specialist associations. The exhibition focuses on rescue, firefighting, disaster relief, first aid, assistance for people with disabilities and workplace safety.

The 2026 edition introduces a new Thursday-to-Saturday format designed to make the exhibition more accessible to professional visitors, buyers and industry operators. More than 300 Italian and international exhibitors are expected, with technologies and equipment covering emergency response, firefighting, civil protection and rescue operations.

Visitors can expect exhibition halls, outdoor demonstrations, conferences, seminars, workshops and practical exercises. Particular attention is being given to technological innovation, wildfire prevention, water rescue, digital coordination, drones, emergency vehicles and new solutions for increasingly complex emergency scenarios.

Event dates

Dates: October 8–10, 2026

Opening hours: 9:00 AM–6:00 PM each day

Edition: 25th International Exhibition

Format: Thursday to Saturday

REAS 2026 will be held from Thursday, October 8 through Saturday, October 10 at Centro Fiera Montichiari in Brescia province. The organiser has specifically changed the traditional Sunday format to a Thursday-to-Saturday schedule to encourage professional participation and direct contact between exhibitors, buyers and operators.

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Venue & conference site

Venue: Centro Fiera Montichiari

Address: Via Brescia 129, 25018 Montichiari (BS), Italy

The exhibition centre provides multiple halls together with outdoor demonstration areas and conference facilities. Previous REAS editions have used eight exhibition halls covering more than 30,000 square metres, with dedicated spaces for conferences, seminars, demonstrations and operational exercises.

The conference centre includes several rooms used for professional meetings and training activities, while the outdoor areas provide space for larger emergency vehicles, demonstrations and practical simulations.

Full scientific programme

REAS is primarily a professional emergency-sector exhibition rather than a conventional scientific congress. Its educational programme consists of conferences, seminars, workshops, round tables, demonstrations and specialist training activities.

The complete 2026 calendar is still being developed, but the organiser has already announced a substantial programme covering emergency response, firefighting, civil protection and rescue. Confirmed programme elements include the AIB forest-firefighting round table, the Giuseppe Zamberletti Trophy and the international Exercise Organisation Training programme.

Additional sessions are expected to address technological innovation, regulatory developments, operational procedures and professional training.

Key speakers & experts

The detailed 2026 speaker roster has not yet been fully published. Confirmed organisational and sector representatives connected with the 2026 edition include Ezio Zorzi, Director of Centro Fiera Montichiari, and Andreas Züge, Managing Director of Hannover Fairs International.

The programme also involves specialist organisations, institutions, emergency-sector associations and professional bodies. The AIB round table, Prociv Italia activities and the CISOM-led European training programme will bring specialist expertise into the educational programme.

Research & scientific topics

Key technical and research-oriented themes for REAS 2026 include:

• Wildfire technology: Early-warning sensors, thermal drones, satellite monitoring, firefighting foams and AI-supported fire analysis.
• Civil protection: Disaster preparedness, territorial resilience and emergency coordination.
• Water rescue: Boats, rescue equipment and technologies for emergencies on lakes, rivers and at sea.
• Digital emergency management: Communication systems, data platforms and technologies connecting operations centres with field teams.
• Search and rescue: Drones, tracked robots and monitoring systems for locating people in difficult environments.
• Fire prevention: Modern firefighting vehicles, equipment and technologies for natural and structural fires.
• Accessibility and assistance: Equipment and solutions supporting people with disabilities during emergencies.

Sessions, presentations & panels

The 2026 programme will include conferences, seminars, round tables and professional presentations throughout the exhibition.

AIB Round Table: The forest-firefighting session will review the recent summer wildfire campaign and examine prevention, monitoring and firefighting strategies.

Giuseppe Zamberletti Trophy: Prociv Italia is organising this Saturday activity in memory of Giuseppe Zamberletti, one of the founders of Italy’s modern Civil Protection system.

International training: “Exercise Organisation Training: Design, Planning, Conduct and Evaluation” is being presented through the European PPRD East 4 project and organised by CISOM.

The organiser has indicated that additional sessions will address technological innovation, regulatory updates and operational developments.

Workshops & demonstrations

Practical demonstrations form an important part of REAS. Outdoor areas are used for vehicle demonstrations, equipment testing, rescue exercises and operational simulations.

Visitors can expect demonstrations involving emergency vehicles, firefighting equipment, water-rescue technologies, drones and other specialist response systems. The 2026 exhibition also places particular emphasis on demonstrating how new technologies can be integrated into real emergency operations.

Training activities are designed for professionals, volunteers and organisations involved in emergency management, civil protection and rescue.

Registration & ticket types

General admission: Free

Registration: Required

Visitor access: Open to professionals, volunteers, organisations and other interested visitors, subject to online registration.

The official 2026 information states that admission is free with online registration. No paid visitor ticket categories are currently listed by the organiser, so no euro-to-dollar ticket conversion is required for this edition.

Professional & industry access

REAS is strongly focused on professional and trade participation, bringing together manufacturers, distributors, emergency operators, institutions, government bodies, associations, volunteers and international industry representatives.

The 2026 Thursday-to-Saturday format has specifically been introduced to facilitate visits by professionals and buyers and increase opportunities for direct interaction with exhibiting companies.

International participation is supported through the long-running partnership between Centro Fiera Montichiari, Hannover Fairs International and INTERSCHUTZ.

Exhibitors & pharmaceutical companies

REAS is not primarily a pharmaceutical exhibition. Its exhibitor base is concentrated on emergency, rescue, firefighting, civil protection, first aid, disability assistance and workplace safety rather than conventional pharmaceutical manufacturing.

The 2026 exhibitor directory includes companies and organisations working in areas such as firefighting, civil protection, first aid, disability equipment and occupational safety. Examples include 911Italia, Accumed, Advantec, AKU Italia, Al Fibra Globe, Alea Italia, All.V.In. and Amiltex.

The exhibition also features emergency vehicles, ambulances, drones, communication systems, technical clothing, rescue equipment, firefighting technologies and specialised operational equipment.

Networking & professional meetings

REAS provides a meeting environment for companies, emergency operators, institutions, associations and volunteers. The exhibition’s international partnership with Hannover Fairs International and INTERSCHUTZ also supports connections between Italian and international emergency-sector organisations.

The new Thursday-to-Saturday schedule is intended to increase professional contact and direct discussions between buyers and exhibitors. With visitors from more than 50 countries at recent editions, the event provides opportunities for international business relationships, technology exchange and sector networking.

Event rules & accreditation

Visitor registration: Free admission requires registration through the official REAS registration system.

Exhibitor regulations: Exhibitors must follow the official participation and safety regulations issued by Centro Fiera Montichiari.

Safety: Exhibition activities are subject to the venue’s safety requirements and applicable Italian regulations.

Press access: Dedicated press accreditation is available through the REAS press office.

The official regulations also establish requirements for exhibition structures, electrical installations, fire safety equipment and access procedures. Visitors should follow all instructions issued by organisers and venue staff during the event.

How to get there

By car: Centro Fiera Montichiari is located on Via Brescia 129 and is connected to the main road network serving Brescia, Milan, Verona, Mantua and surrounding areas.

From Milan: Use the A4 motorway towards Brescia and take the Brescia Est exit.

From Venice: Use the A4 motorway towards Milan and exit at Brescia Est.

From other directions: The exhibition centre can also be reached through regional road connections serving Montichiari and the Brescia area.

The venue’s location makes it accessible by car from several major northern Italian cities.

Public transport & parking

Rail: The nearest major railway connections are Brescia and Desenzano del Garda, from where visitors can continue towards Montichiari by road or local transport.

Airport: Montichiari is served by Gabriele D’Annunzio Airport, while Verona and Bergamo airports provide additional regional air connections.

Parking: Visitor parking areas are available around the exhibition centre, with parking zones indicated on the official exhibition site plan.

Visitors travelling from outside the area should allow additional time for the final journey from the railway station or airport to the exhibition centre.

Accommodation areas

Visitors can stay in Montichiari for the shortest journey to the exhibition centre, while Brescia provides a larger selection of hotels, restaurants and transport connections.

Other practical accommodation areas include Desenzano del Garda and towns around Lake Garda. These locations can be useful for visitors combining REAS with business travel or a wider stay in the Brescia and Lake Garda region.

Accessibility

Centro Fiera Montichiari provides accessible exhibition and conference areas, with visitor routes connecting the halls and public facilities.

The official REAS exhibition regulations require exhibition structures and raised platforms to comply with applicable requirements concerning the removal of architectural barriers.

Visitors who require specific assistance should contact the organiser before travelling to confirm the latest arrangements for accessible parking, entrances, seating and other services.

Previous year’s highlights

REAS 2025 was the 24th edition and attracted more than 30,000 attendees from Italy and more than 50 countries. The event featured 311 exhibitors, companies, organisations and associations from Italy and 24 other countries, occupying more than 30,000 square metres across the exhibition centre.

The 2025 edition showcased emergency vehicles, firefighting equipment, drones, tracked search-and-rescue robots, next-generation monitoring sensors, ambulances, communication systems and equipment for people with disabilities.

The programme also included conferences, conventions, seminars and outdoor operational simulations aimed at professional development and training for civil protection, healthcare, firefighting and emergency personnel.

Official registration

Admission: Free

Registration: Required for visitors

Official website: https://www.reasonline.it/

Organising Secretariat: +39 030 961148

Email: reas@centrofiera.it

The organiser’s 2026 information confirms that visitors can attend free of charge after completing online registration. Registration and event updates should be checked through the official REAS website before travelling.

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