1,566 Kilometers for a Good Cause
185 colleagues, 30 companies, and one shared mission: at the 2026 Wings for Life World Run, #teamKLINGER showed how global teamwork can create real impact - for sport, for solidarity, and for spinal cord research.
On May 10, colleagues from 31 nations joined the race across continents and time zones. Together, they ran 1,566 kilometers, raised more than 5,700 euros, and achieved an impressive 80th place in the global team ranking.
What made this achievement special was not only the distance covered, but the spirit behind it. Across different countries, weather conditions, and local teams, colleagues encouraged each other and proved that shared purpose can connect people far beyond borders.
A heartfelt thank you to all our colleagues who participated, cheered, celebrated, and helped organize this global event - you did a fantastic job! Special thanks also go to the Wings for Life – Spinal Cord Research Foundation.
Fact box
Wings for Life World Run
The Wings for Life World Run is a global charity event that supports research into spinal cord injuries. According to official event information, 100 percent of entry fees and donations go directly to research, and the unique Catcher Car format replaces the traditional finish line with a moving one that starts 30 minutes after the race begins.
Since its launch in 2014, the event has grown into one of the world’s largest running events, bringing together runners, walkers, and wheelchair participants under one powerful message: running for those who cannot.
Further informations www.wingsforlifeworldrun.com.
