 Germany, as hosts, fielded three teams, whilst the "International Braille Chess Association" (IBCA), the "International Physically Disabled Chess Association" (IPCA), and the "International Committee of Silent Chess" (ICSC) each provided one squad.Morocco were signed up, but never appeared for their first round match and were disqualified.Defending champions Armenia, once again led by Levon Aronian, clinched their second consecutive title.