Barcelona Fire Service awards its ‘Genoveves’ and Medals of Merit 2026
Held in the Saló de Cent at Barcelona City Hall, the event recognises the work of the corps and the professional paths of firefighters. It also pays tribute to organisations, institutions and security and emergency bodies that have worked closely with the Barcelona Fire Service on prevention.
Like every year, this ceremony is held within the framework of the patron saint’s day of the corps, which is on 8 March.
During the ceremony, the traditional Genoveve models were awarded, consisting of a replica of one of the most iconic historical vehicles of the corps. Eight firefighters who retired in 2025 received one in appreciation of their devotion and contribution to a safer and more liveable Barcelona.
The following distinctions were also given:
- Nine Silver Medals of Honour for 35 years of service with the corps.
- A plaque for the Red Cross in appreciation of its support and collaboration in coordinating emergencies, particularly during the power cut of 28 April 2025.
Besides the Mayor, Jaume Collboni, the ceremony was attended by the Deputy Mayor for Security, Prevention, Coexistence and Internal Affairs, Albert Batlle, the head of the Barcelona Fire Service, Sebastià Massagué, and other institutional representatives.
The ceremony brings the activities for the patron saint’s day to an end, after the wreath-laying ceremony on Sunday, 8 March, and the ceremony for awards and distinctions at the Espai Bombers.
