Marlbo Trading Company is pleased to announce the introduction of Holmatro Rescue, a globally recognized leader in rescue equipment and emergency response solutions from the Netherlands, to support the enhancement of rescue operations and emergency preparedness in Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka continues to face a growing number of road traffic accidents, industrial incidents, fire emergencies, structural collapses, and natural disasters each year. Thousands of people are injured or lose their lives annually, with many incidents requiring rapid rescue intervention before medical treatment can begin.

In emergency situations, every second matters. The ability of responders to quickly gain access to trapped victims often determines the outcome of a rescue operation. Whether responding to a serious road traffic collision, a fire in a residential or commercial building, a collapsed structure, an industrial accident, or a disaster situation, rescue teams require reliable equipment that enables them to work quickly, safely, and effectively.

Around the world, modern emergency services rely on advanced rescue technologies to reduce rescue times and improve survival rates. Holmatro has become one of the most trusted names in this field, providing innovative rescue solutions to fire and rescue departments, emergency services, military organizations, airports, law enforcement agencies, and disaster response teams in more than 100 countries.

For over 50 years, Holmatro has developed specialized equipment for vehicle extrication, forcible entry, technical rescue, and disaster response operations. These solutions are designed to help emergency responders gain access faster, operate more efficiently, and save lives under the most challenging conditions.

Recognizing the importance of strengthening Sri Lanka’s rescue capabilities, Marlbo Trading Company is organizing the Holmatro Fire & Rescue Seminar & Live Practical Demonstration to introduce local emergency response organizations and safety professionals to internationally proven rescue technologies and best practices.

The seminar will showcase:

• Advanced Hydraulic Rescue Tools for Vehicle Extrication
• Modern Rescue Solutions for Fire & Emergency Services
• Forcible Entry Tools for Law Enforcement and Security Operations
• Rescue Equipment for Disaster Response and Collapsed Structures
• Live Practical Demonstrations of Holmatro Rescue Technologies

The programme aims to bring together representatives from Fire & Rescue Services, Municipal Councils, Airport Rescue Units, Armed Forces, Police, Disaster Management Organizations, Industrial Emergency Response Teams, Port Authorities, Utilities, and Safety Professionals to exchange knowledge and explore modern rescue solutions that can strengthen emergency response capabilities across Sri Lanka.

“As emergency incidents become increasingly complex, the need for advanced rescue equipment and modern rescue techniques becomes more critical than ever. Through our partnership with Holmatro Rescue, we aim to support Sri Lanka’s emergency response community by introducing globally trusted rescue solutions that can help save lives, reduce rescue times, and improve responder safety,” said a spokesperson from Marlbo Trading Company.

To mark this important introduction, Marlbo Trading Company will host a Press Briefing prior to the seminar, providing members of the media with an opportunity to learn about Holmatro Rescue, the challenges faced by emergency responders in Sri Lanka, and the role modern rescue technologies can play in improving rescue outcomes.