2026 has already delivered no shortage of headlines in terms of fire safety news. As fire risks continue to evolve, so too does the industry’s response, with innovation, regulation and investment shaping the future of fire protection and life safety.
In this roundup, we look back at five of the biggest fire safety news stories of 2026 so far. These developments have captured the attention of fire safety professionals worldwide, influencing policy, operations and the technologies protecting people, property and critical infrastructure.
KiddeFenwal expands NATURA line with Micro fire protection for small assets
In January, KiddeFenwal launched NATURA Micro, a compact inert gas fire suppression system offered through its Kidde Fire Systems brand.
The system was introduced at Intersec in Dubai, which took place from 12 to 14 January. NATURA Micro forms part of the company’s inert gas systems portfolio and is intended to protect enclosed, small-sized assets.
Swiss ski resort fire at Le Constellation
January also saw a devastating fire break out at Le Constellation, Crans-Montana, Switzerland, during New Year celebrations in the early hours of 01/01/2026.
Police said the fire started at around 1:30am local time, when the basement bar was busy with revellers marking the turn of the year.
Click here for our coverage on timeline, casualties and investigation.
New Class L created specifically for lithium-ion battery fires
February kicked off with the launch of a new classification for lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery fires. BSI confirmed the update reflects the growing use of Li-ion batteries across the built environment, from large energy storage systems to electric vehicles and personal mobility devices.
The standard classifies fires according to the nature of the material undergoing combustion.
Battery storage standard UL 9540A updated with large-scale fire testing
Standards and regulations were also on the mind in terms of fire safety news in March, with UL Standards & Solutions publishing the sixth edition of UL 9540A, adding large-scale fire testing requirements to the standard for evaluating thermal runaway fire propagation in battery energy storage systems.
The new edition was published on 13 March and is described it as a key standard for battery energy storage systems (BESS), including lithium-ion systems.
Philippines launches Fire Prevention Month
Meanwhile, March saw the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) officially launch Fire Prevention Month in the Philippines with an assembly of more than 3,000 people and over 300 vehicles on March 1.
The Manila Bulletin reported that the event was led by BFP chief Director Jesus Fernandez.
The launch brought together BFP personnel, national government agencies, local and barangay Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Offices, fire volunteers, fire brigades, private partners and non-government organisations.
Intersec Saudi Arabia has announced the formation of the Advisory Committees for its flagship Future Security Summit and Fire Protection & Technology Summit.
According to Intersec, the Advisory Committee brings together some of the region’s most respected experts to help shape discussions around the rapidly evolving security and fire protection landscape.
Future Security Summit and Fire Protection & Technology Summit
Taking place during Intersec Saudi Arabia 2026 from 16–18 November at Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center (RFECC), the two CPD-certified conferences will bring together international experts, policymakers and industry leaders to examine the technologies, strategies and partnerships needed to safeguard Saudi Arabia’s next phase of growth under Vision 2030.
Intersec revealed that the Future Security Summit Advisory Committee includes representatives from the Royal Commission for AlUla, Ministry of Municipalities and Housing, International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), Dubai Airports, IFPO MENASA, King Salman International Airport and other leading organisations.
Meanwhile, the Fire Protection & Technology Summit Advisory Committee brings together specialists from Saudi Aramco, Red Sea Global, Qiddiya City, King Fahd International Airport and AECOM.
“Decades of operational, strategic and technical experience”
Riham Sedik, Exhibition Director, Intersec Saudi Arabia explained: “The advisory committees bring together professionals with decades of operational, strategic and technical experience across security, emergency management, fire protection and resilience.
“Their in-depth knowledge will help ensure that the Future Security Summit and Fire Protection & Technology Summit address the real-world challenges facing organisations today, while providing practical insights into the technologies, frameworks and leadership strategies shaping these sectors in the Kingdom and beyond.”
“Maintaining secure, resilient and trusted environments”
According to Yusuf Hasan, Senior Aviation Security Advisor at the International Civil Aviation Organization and member of the Future Security Summit Advisory Committee, the convergence of rapid development and evolving risks is creating a new security paradigm across the region.
Hasan commented: “The key challenge today is managing rapid growth while maintaining secure, resilient and trusted environments.
“As Saudi Arabia’s tourism, aviation, logistics and digital sectors expand, so too does the complexity of the threat landscape.”
He added that artificial intelligence is accelerating the shift from reactive security to predictive, intelligence-led models through enhanced threat detection, analytics and automation.
Addressing the next generation of security challenges
The Future Security Summit will explore many of these themes through discussions focused on cyber-physical security convergence, AI-enabled security operations, crisis and emergency management, critical infrastructure protection, workforce development and resilience planning.
“More sophisticated approaches”
Dr Reginald D Freeman, Member of the Board of Directors, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and member of the Fire Protection & Technology Summit Advisory Committee, said the fire protection sector is undergoing a fundamental transformation.
“One of the most significant trends is the shift from traditional code compliance toward risk-informed, performance-based fire engineering.
“The complexity of today’s mega-projects requires more sophisticated approaches to fire and life safety.
“The future of fire protection in Saudi Arabia will not simply be about responding to emergencies; it will be about anticipating risk, strengthening resilience, and enabling sustainable growth,” Freeman added.
Advancing fire protection for a new generation of infrastructure
Intersec highlighted that together, the advisory committees will play a key role in ensuring that both conference programmes remain closely aligned with the priorities of Saudi Arabia’s security, safety and fire protection sectors, while supporting knowledge exchange among government authorities, developers, infrastructure operators and technology providers.
Intersec Saudi Arabia 2026 is expected to welcome more than 25,000 visitors and over 500 exhibitors from around the world, reinforcing its position as the Kingdom’s premier platform for innovation in security, safety and fire protection.
After a comprehensive review of recent regional developments, we consider the decision to move the event to October to be the most responsible and appropriate course of action.
Please note this is a postponement, not a cancellation. If you have a confirmed ticket this remains valid and no action is required from you at this stage.
We would also like to reaffirm our continued commitment to supporting the international fire and safety industry. The UAE remains a regional hub for fire and safety innovation, professional development and strategic investment, and we remain fully dedicated to contributing to the advancement of the sector through the Leaders in Fire and Safety Conference and our wider industry activities.
Our team will provide updated event details and next steps in the coming weeks.
We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you in October for a highly valuable and timely gathering of regional fire and safety leaders.
International Fire and Safety Journal (IFSJ) is delighted to announce the appointment of Khalid Almandil to its prestigious IFSJ Leaders Advisory Panel for the 2026 IFSJ Leaders in Fire & Safety Conference.
Almandil brings over 20 years of leadership experience in fire life safety and emergency response across multiple industries, including construction, oil & gas and real estate. He currently serves as the Operational General Manager of Red Sea Fire & Rescue Teams Company and as Fire Commissioner at Red Sea Global.
In his leadership roles, Almandil has demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, team leadership and driving operational success to achieve corporate objectives. He is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and a Consultant-grade member of the Saudi Council of Engineers.
He also holds a master’s degree in engineering and has completed extensive leadership training at prestigious institutions, including the Royal Military Academy (UK), Wharton Business School (US) and the Justice Institute of British Columbia (Canada). His appointment strengthens IFSJ’s mission to unite senior leaders and innovators shaping the future of fire safety and emergency response worldwide.
About the IFSJ Leaders in Fire & Safety Conference
Taking place on May 7 at the Grosvenor House Hotel in Dubai, the IFSJ Leaders in Fire and Safety Conference is a landmark global event bringing together senior professionals, policymakers and innovators from across the fire safety sector.
The event will feature high-level keynote presentations, expert panel discussions, interactive workshops and unparalleled networking opportunities, all designed to foster collaboration, share best practice and advance fire safety standards internationally.
Participants will have the opportunity to engage with leading voices in engineering, regulation, emergency services, and safety management, exploring emerging challenges and solutions in fire prevention, preparedness and response.
Hosted by IFSJ, the invitation-only Leaders conference returns in May 2026 with a programme shaped around real responsibility and real-world risk
The IFSJ Leaders in Fire and Safety Conference 2026 will return to the Grosvenor House Hotel in Dubai Marina on 7 May, bringing senior fire and safety leaders together for a one-day, invitation-only meeting shaped around real decisions, shared responsibility and practical consequence.
Hosted by International Fire and Safety Journal (IFSJ), the conference has developed into a forum where leadership-level discussion sits at the centre of the day, with a format deliberately shaped to give senior figures the time and space required to engage properly with the issues they manage.
The aim is clear: bring decision-makers into one room, remove distraction and allow discussion to move quickly from context to action.
A forum shaped around leadership responsibility
From its earliest editions, IFSJ Leaders in Fire and Safety has been built with a specific audience in mind.
These are people who approve budgets, manage risk portfolios, oversee operational delivery and carry accountability when systems fail or incidents escalate.
The conference programme is designed to serve that audience directly.
The 2026 edition continues with a full schedule of keynote sessions, expert briefings and panel discussions, supported by structured networking held alongside the main conference hall.
The setting supports longer conversations and follow-up questions, which allows discussion to stay grounded in operational reality rather than theory.
Attendance remains limited to senior figures from civil defence, government, major developers, infrastructure operators, consultancies and manufacturers.
This shapes the tone of the day.
Speakers address peers who understand constraint, scrutiny, operational pressure and consequence, while delegates engage with content through the lens of decisions they need to make within their own organisations.
Intellectual partners guiding programme direction
Programme development for 2026 is once again supported by the conference’s intellectual partners, Dubai Civil Defense, National Fire Protection Association and Institution of Fire Engineers.
Their continued involvement anchors the agenda in codes, standards and professional practice, while keeping a clear line of sight on how those frameworks operate across different regions, building types and operational contexts.
Sessions are shaped around implementation and interpretation, ensuring discussion stays relevant to leaders responsible for compliance, assurance and delivery.
A selective partner structure for 2026
The partner model for 2026 follows the same principle that has defined the conference since its early years, with participation limited to a small group of organisations whose work aligns closely with the audience and agenda.
Dafo Fomtec AB joins the conference as Platinum Partner, supported by Gold Partners Global HSE Group and Britannia Fire.
RelyOn Fire Academy participates as Silver Partner.
Additional partners for 2026 include Reacton Fire Suppression, Apollo Fire, Detnov and VdS, with Performance Advantage Company returning as Food and Beverage Partner.
This structure supports direct engagement between delegates and partners, allowing conversations to focus on performance, suitability, application and long-term support.
For many attendees, these discussions form the starting point for future procurement decisions, training programmes or system reviews.
Themes shaped by current pressure points
While the final programme for 2026 will be announced closer to the event, the direction is well established and closely aligned with the challenges senior leaders are already managing.
Battery risk and energy storage continue to demand attention across buildings, transport systems and industrial environments, where design choices, suppression strategy and emergency response planning intersect.
Alternative fuels and new vehicle systems introduce different fire behaviour and operational demands, requiring updated guidance, revised training approaches and careful site planning.
Firefighter health remains central to discussion, with continued focus on contamination control, PPE handling, long-term exposure management and the systems teams use day to day.
Regulation and competence also remain under scrutiny, particularly where organisations must demonstrate accountability, assurance, governance and alignment with evolving standards.
Digital tools and data systems feature as part of this conversation, with sessions focused on how information supports operational decision-making, improves preparedness and informs leadership judgement without adding unnecessary complexity.
Why the location matters
Dubai brings together regional and international fire and safety communities in a way few cities can, with public authorities, private operators, developers and global organisations working side by side across fast-moving development programmes.
This context makes the city a natural setting for leadership-level discussion on risk, regulation and readiness.
The Grosvenor House Hotel provides an environment suited to senior engagement, supporting both formal sessions and extended private discussion throughout the day, while allowing delegates to step away from daily pressures and focus fully on the agenda.
Looking towards May 2026
IFSJ Leaders in Fire and Safety 2026 builds on experience gained through delivery, bringing together people who influence outcomes across the built environment, industry, infrastructure and public safety.
The conference offers a concentrated day where leaders test thinking, compare approaches and leave with clearer priorities to take back into their organisations.
Further details on speakers and sessions will be announced in the months ahead.
A blog post by Mike Ward sets out how Intersec Dubai featured ASFP member networking and technical sessions.
The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) published the reflection from managing director Mike Ward following the three-day event.
Ward described Intersec Dubai as an opportunity for the association and its members to explain what the ASFP does and why it aims to influence professional practice in passive fire protection across design and construction.
He also highlighted presenting an award at the Intersec awards and attending the UK Trade & Industry reception at the British Embassy to represent ASFP members.
Member engagement and the ASFP pavilion
The blog post described the event as a chance for ASFP members to engage with each other, procure products and services and grow their professional network.
Ward wrote that year-on-year growth has increased the size of the ASFP’s membership and increased demand for member networking opportunities.
He said designers, engineers and authorities described the ASFP pavilion as a space for deeper discussions about topics such as future project designs, without what he described as sales pressure at other stands.
Presentations and panels in the Intersec fire theatre
The ASFP commentary described a full day of presentations and panel sessions led by ASFP representatives in the Intersec fire theatre.
Paul McSoley, ASFP Consultant, presented a systematic approach to passive fire design and described how legal duty holders can work collaboratively to manage building risk conditions and arrive at compliant system designs through structured and transparent decision-making.
Andrew Taylor, ASFP’s Head of Technical, examined the relationship between Construction Product Regulations and UK Building Regulations and described how CE and UKCA marking show product performance and compliance within the wider building safety and regulatory context.
The post also described a panel chaired by Taylor and McSoley on improved passive fire protection and building safety, with contributions from Celine Abadie of Jotun, Jamie Rogers of CLM Fireproofing, David Campbell of Emirates Safety Laboratory and Will Cotterill of Fire Compliance Plus.
Further sessions described in the post included a presentation by Hannah Mansell, ASFP Consultant and Fire Door Specialist, on specification, installation and compliance for stakeholders involved in fire door safety management, and a presentation by Kate Milford, ASFP Competence Specialist, on training, third-party certification and competence across design, installation, inspection and maintenance.
The programme also included a panel moderated by Mansell and Milford titled From Laboratory to Lifetime Service: Passive Fire Protection – Competence, Innovation, and Global Accountability, with contributions from Elliott Brown of Fire Door Inspector Inspectors, Campbell and Taylor.
Ward’s post also urged ASFP members to collaborate with the association through exhibitor space or workshops at next year’s show.
Encardio Rite will host the 2026 edition of Safe Dubai on 13 February 2026 at the Grand Hyatt, Dubai.
The company said the one-day forum will bring together senior industry experts to examine emerging trends and challenges and how monitoring data is being used to reduce risk, plan interventions more effectively and make stronger lifecycle decisions.
Keynote and discussion themes
Professor Kenichi Soga, from University of California, Berkeley, is scheduled to deliver the keynote address.
Arushi Bhalla, Managing Director, Encardio Rite Group of Companies, said: “Smart construction has progressed from data collection to predictive and intelligence-driven asset management.
“Today’s challenge is not access to data, but the ability to interpret it in a way that improves safety, performance, and lifecycle outcomes.
“Safe Dubai 2026 provides a platform to examine how infrastructure intelligence is being applied across complex, real-world projects.”
The announcement also referenced a McKinsey report estimating global construction industry inefficiencies at US$1.6 trillion annually, linked to limited visibility and fragmented insights.
Interested industry professionals can register via the event website.
International Fire and Safety Journal is welcoming senior decision makers to the IFSJ Leaders in Fire & Safety Conference in Dubai for its fourth edition on 7 May 2026.
The event has become a recognised meeting point for senior fire and safety professionals, bringing together regulators, operational leaders, engineers and technical specialists for a day of focused discussion on the issues reshaping the sector.
This year’s edition is held in partnership with Fomtec.
Last year’s conference demonstrated both the maturity of the format and the breadth of topics now driving fire and safety conversations in the region.
Delegates examined practical challenges across high-rise design, cladding safety, lithium-ion battery hazards, foam transition pathways, alternative fuel risks, digital readiness, firefighter health and the operational pressures created by rapid urban development.
The conference continues to build on a format that has proven effective: a curated programme, a senior audience and structured space for detailed, uninterrupted conversation.
With global attention on how regulatory reform, technological change and new risk profiles are altering the responsibilities of fire and safety leaders, the 2026 gathering returns at an important moment.
What defines the 2026 edition?
The IFSJ Leaders in Fire & Safety Conference remains shaped around senior figures who influence policy, design, regulation, emergency planning and organisational development.
The emphasis is on meaningful exchange rather than volume.
Sessions are designed to encourage debate, test assumptions and examine the practical implications of new technologies, codes and risk environments.
As in previous years, the theatre-style main hall will host the keynotes and panel discussions, with the adjacent networking area offering space for extended dialogue.
The structure keeps the event focused and accessible: delegates can move directly from a session into conversation with speakers, peers and technical specialists.
Fomtec: Partner for 2026
This year’s conference is held in partnership with Fomtec, a global manufacturer of foam concentrates and foam equipment with headquarters in Sweden.
The company serves sectors including petrochemicals, aviation, marine, logistics and municipal fire services, supplying both traditional concentrates and newer fluorine-free agents.
Looking ahead
The IFSJ Leaders in Fire & Safety Conference has developed into a forum where senior professionals can step back from day-to-day pressures and examine the wider forces shaping their field.
Each edition builds on the momentum of the last, drawing on real incidents, regulatory change, technological development and international experience to inform practical discussion.
The 2026 conference continues that trajectory.
With Dubai as its backdrop and a programme shaped around the issues now defining fire and safety leadership, the event offers an opportunity to reflect, compare and prepare for the challenges ahead.
We look forward to welcoming delegates to the Grosvenor House Hotel on 7 May 2026 for a day of shared learning, detailed debate and forward-looking conversation.
Welcome to the Intersec 2026 live blog from International Fire and Safety Journal (IFSJ), a running blog of the stories in the lead up to and throughout the duration of the event, which takes place from 12–14 January 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
If you have a story you wish to be published please contact Lewis Tyler (lewisg.tyler@intfireandsafetyjournal.com) Iain Hoey (iain.hoey@intfireandsafetyjournal.com) or Isabelle Crow (Isabelle.Crow@centurianmedia.com).
January 14 2026
KiddeFenwal expands NATURA line with Micro fire protection for small assets
KiddeFenwal has launched NATURA Micro, a compact inert gas fire suppression system offered through its Kidde Fire Systems brand.
The system was introduced at Intersec in Dubai.
NATURA Micro forms part of the company’s inert gas systems portfolio and is intended to protect enclosed, small-sized assets. Read more about the new product here.
Intersec Awards 2026 winners announced in Dubai
The winners of the Intersec Awards 2026 were announced during a gala dinner at the Conrad Dubai in Dubai, UAE.
The awards are now in their fifth edition, covering 17 categories across fire and safety, security and industry leadership, selected by an independent panel of 23 international judges.
Intersec Dubai 2026 hosts Sharjah and NFPA MoU signing
L-R_Jim Pauley, NFPA President & CEO and His Excellency Brigadier Yousif Obaid Al Shamsi, Director General of Sharjah Civil Defence Authority
Sharjah Civil Defence Authority (SCDA) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to form a strategic alliance aimed at improving fire and life safety in the Emirate of Sharjah.
The the MoU was signed during an official ceremony held at Intersec Dubai 2026.
The agreement was signed by His Excellency Brigadier Yousif Obaid Al Shamsi, Director General of Sharjah Civil Defence Authority, and Jim Pauley, president and CEO at the NFPA.
The alliance is intended to prioritise education and training programmes for fire and life safety professionals across the Emirate. Read more about the MoU here.
Janury 13 2026
NFPA LiNK 3.0 announced at Intersec Dubai 2026
NFPA LiNK 3.0 was announced at Intersec Dubai 2026 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on 13 January 2026.
The update was confirmed by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) following its participation in the event, where it hosted an NFPA Day programme for government and industry representatives.
The announcement was made by NFPA President and CEO Jim Pauley as part of the programme, which focused on fire, life and electrical safety issues in the region. Read more.
Intersec Global brand launched at Intersec 2026
Intersec Global has been launched as a unified international brand bringing together Messe Frankfurt Middle East’s security, safety and resilience events under a single platform, with the brand headquartered in Dubai.
Messe Frankfurt Middle East announced the new brand on 13 January during a press conference at Intersec 2026 in Dubai, UAE.
The press conference featured Eng. Arif AlJanahi, Security Consultant, SIRA, Lt. Col. Taher Hassan Al Taheri, The General Command of Dubai Civil Defence, and Eng. Khalid Al-Khatib, Chairman, NAFFCO.
Find out more about what the unified branding means for Intersec by clicking here.
Motorola Solutions outlines Visual Alerts expansion at Intersec Dubai
Motorola Solutions has announced new on-premise AI detection capabilities for its Avigilon video security platform at Intersec Dubai, which runs from 12 to 14 January.
The update introduces Visual Alerts, a feature that allows security and operational teams to define and detect site-specific visual events across large camera networks.
These detections can include scenarios such as unauthorised vehicles near shut-off valves or blocked fire exits, with alerts generated when defined conditions are observed.
Click here to read more about the Avigilion Visual Alerts feature.
Intersec discussion examines AI in safety-critical operations
Senior government and industry leaders at Intersec discussed how artificial intelligence is moving into everyday frontline operations in safety-critical environments.
The session, titled “AI & Safety 4.0: Rethinking Human Risk,” focused on how AI is being used in safety practices, ethical decision-making and risk management culture.
Panellists said AI tools should enhance human responsibility and leadership in safety-critical settings. Read more about the panel here.
Dafo Fomtec AB hosted a VIP launch event in Dubai to introduce Enviro Neo, a fluorine-free synthetic firefighting foam developed for high-hazard applications.
The foam is formulated without partially hydrated polymers and is designed to perform in both fresh water and sea water
The launch presentation was delivered by John Olav Ottesen, CEO of Dafo Fomtec, who also introduced three new foam products. Read more about Enviro NEO here.
Intersec 2026: Inside Messe Frankfurt’s largest Intersec yet
Dishan Isaac, Show Director at Messe Frankfurt Middle East, said the scale of the 2026 edition reflects Intersec’s role as a convening point for industry and government.
“Intersec continues to set the benchmark for advancing global dialogue and partnerships in security, safety and fire protection,” he said.
“The growth of the 2026 edition reinforces the event’s role as a platform where industry leaders, innovators and government stakeholders come together to shape the future of emergency response and infrastructure protection.”
Read IFSJ’s full rundown of Intersec 2026 from our latest issue.
Intersec 2026 opens with 50,000 visitors expected
Sheikh Mansoor opens Intersec 2026
His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Ports and Borders Security Council, opened the event and toured the exhibition.
Sheikh Mansoor said: “Intersec has become one of the world’s leading platforms dedicated to security and safety, and the scale of international participation reflects the growing confidence in Dubai’s ability to host major global events that help shape the future of key sectors through an environment that supports innovation and knowledge exchange.
“The rapid evolution of security, safety and emergency response technologies requires constant integration between innovation, institutional readiness and practical application. Dubai is committed to reinforcing this approach by organising exhibitions that bring together global expertise, helping to strengthen community security and enhance the efficiency of safety systems in line with the highest international standards.”
Intersec Dubai 2026 opened at Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE on Monday 12/01/2026.
The 27th edition runs until Wednesday 14/01/2026 and includes an expanded Fire & Rescue exhibition alongside a specialist conference programme.
Organisers said the event brings together manufacturers, regulators, engineers and frontline responders from around the world.
Intersec reported more than 1,400 exhibitors from over 60 countries are participating, with tens of thousands of trade visitors expected across the three days.
The programme combines exhibition activity with conference sessions aimed at fire safety practice, compliance and emergency response planning
NFPA to headline Fire & Rescue Conference programme on day 2
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has announced the line up for its participation at Intersec.
As part of its participation, NFPA will host NFPA Day on Day 2 of the Fire & Rescue Conference.
The dedicated programme will bring together senior government officials, private-sector leaders and industry experts for a full day of panel discussions and expert-led sessions.
The agenda focuses on artificial intelligence, mega-project safety and the energy transition, with sessions framed around fire and life safety practice across the Middle East.
Signaline, the UK-based linear heat detection specialist, has confirmed its attendance for the show and said that it will provide a platform to demonstrate its latest advancements and product developments.
On its stand in Hall 7, Booth E22, the company will present a range of Linear Heat Detection with UL approval and EN54 part 22 and EN54 part 28 approvals, approved to the UAE Civil Defence standards.
Intersec 2026 returns with expanded Fire & Rescue programme
Intersec has announced the return of its Fire & Rescue sector. Fire & Rescue is one of five core sectors at Intersec 2026 and will combine a dedicated exhibition with a multi-day conference programme.
The platform is designed to bring together manufacturers, regulators, engineers, civil defence authorities and frontline responders.
Ci Global to show its full intelligent building-safety ecosystem
Ci Global will show a live demonstrations of what it describes as the world’s most complete, prevention-first fire and building safety system: Ci Safe.
Ci Safe is an intelligent, embedded building-safety system designed to protect people, property, and infrastructure at scale.
Using smart sockets, sensors, and a central command-and-control layer, it continuously monitors electrical, thermal and environmental conditions in real time.
Kentec to showcase new BESS fire protection solutions at Intersec 2026
Kentec to demonstrate life safety systems at Intersec 2026
Kentec Electronics has said it will present its latest life safety technologies at Intersec 2026. The company said the exhibition will feature a range of its recent developments aimed at supporting compliance with new regulations and addressing safety challenges in emerging sectors.
Among the products on display will be K-Detect-iON, a calibration-free flammable gas detector that identifies hydrogen at the earliest off-gassing stage to prevent ignition and enable automatic safety responses in battery energy storage systems (BESS).
The winners of the Intersec Awards 2026 were announced during a gala dinner at the Conrad Dubai in Dubai, UAE.
The awards are now in their fifth edition, covering 17 categories across fire and safety, security and industry leadership, selected by an independent panel of 23 international judges.
Khalid Mubarak of Dubai Municipality received the H.H Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Emirati Rising Star Award.
Albadr Jannah of Saudi Aramco received the Industry Leader of the Year award.
Jazyah Aldossary of Saudi Aramco received the Women Trailblazers in Security, Fire Safety and HSE award.
Moataz Allami of Humain received the CISO of the Year award.
WSP received the Best HSE Team award.
WE ONE Security received the Best Security Team award.
WSP received the Strategy in Consultancy award.
Kentec Electronics received the Best Active Fire Safety Product award for K Detect Ion Detector.
Hochiki Middle East received the Best Active Fire Safety Product award for ACD Multi Sensor with CO.
CI Global received the Best Passive Fire Safety Product award for CI Safe.
Axis Communications received the Best Safety Protection Solution award for AXIS D6210 Air Quality Sensor.
WSP Middle East received the Best Fire Safety Project – MEA award for One Za’abeel – Skyward Excellence in Design and Construction.
Saudi Aramco received the Impact Makers award for From Code to Clarity to Compliance.
The General Command of Dubai Civil Defence received the Incident Resolution Spotlight award for its Drone Firefighting Unit.
Dubai Police received the Best Security Project – MEA award for Lost Passport Certificate (Blockchain).
SWS Inntech Sdn. Bhd. received the Best Homeland Security Solution award for Automated Armory Solutions.
ONES Technology received the Best Homeland Security Solution award for BioAffix Gate Vision Mobile.
Axis Communications received the Best Commercial Security Solution award for AXIS D4200 VE Network Strobe Speaker.
Microavia received the Best Perimeter Security Solution award for Drone in a Box Surveillance Solution.
Resemble AI received the Best Cybersecurity Solution award for Resemble Detect – Securing Truth in the Age of AI.
What the organisers said about the Intersec Awards
In a statement included with the announcement, Dishan Isaac, Show Director of Intersec at Messe Frankfurt Middle East, said: “The Intersec Awards have firmly established themselves as a definitive benchmark for excellence across the global fire, safety and security ecosystem.
“Now in their fifth edition, the Awards reflect the extraordinary depth of innovation, professionalism and leadership driving this industry forward.
“The 2026 winners demonstrate how technology, strategy and people come together to deliver real-world impact – from advancing life safety and critical infrastructure protection to strengthening cyber resilience and emergency response capabilities.
“What is particularly inspiring is the breadth of solutions and leadership on display, spanning early-stage innovation through to large-scale, enterprise-wide implementation.”
Sponsors listed for the awards included Founding Partner NAFFCO, NFPA as the Awards Gala Dinner and Entertainment Sponsor, and Award Category Sponsors Ci Global, Fike, Limitless and Saudi Sicli.
