Institution of Fire Engineers sets 3 June date for technical conference return

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IFE conference returns in June

The Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) has announced that the International President’s Technical Conference will return in 2026 on 3 June at the University of Wolverhampton.

The IFE said the one-day event will focus on modern topics affecting the fire sector under the theme “Amplifying our advantages on approaching hazards”.

Curtain walling fire safety will be included in the programme.

The conference will also address the impact of residential fire sprinklers on lithium-ion battery fires.

Smoke control will form part of the day’s discussions.

IFE programme and speakers

James Lane CEng FIFireE, IFE International President, will host the event and said: “Following the success of its inaugural year, the International President’s Technical Conference returns in 2026 as a must attend event for the fire safety community.

“This conference provides a vital platform for bringing together expertise from across industry, policy, research, and practice to address today’s fire safety challenges while exploring the technologies and ideas shaping the future.

“By fostering collaboration, innovation, and open discussion, the event plays a crucial role in helping us build safer, more resilient communities.

“It reflects the IFE’s ongoing mission to strengthen knowledge, collaboration and forward thinking across the global fire sector.”

Panel discussions will take place at the end of each morning session and each afternoon session.

The day will end with a drinks reception sponsored by Belimo.

Wintech is sponsoring the event, and the IFE said sponsorship opportunities remain available alongside Wintech, Belimo, F.I.R.E Consultancy, DCCH Experts and the University of Wolverhampton.

Limited places are available, with the full programme and ticket details listed on the IFE website.

Confederation backs BSI Fire Safety Conference 2026 at IET London

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Fire Sector Confederation sponsorship announced for London conference

The Fire Sector Confederation has announced it will sponsor the BSI Fire Safety Conference 2026 on Thursday 29 January 2026 at IET London: Savoy Place, London, UK.

The organisation said the sponsorship aligns with its work on fire safety standards, industry collaboration and professional development for practitioners.

Confederation sets out sponsorship aims

The Fire Sector Confederation said it is supporting the conference to help advance fire safety knowledge and promote best practice across the built environment.

It added that the sponsorship is intended to support continuous improvement across the sector.

Topics include compliance, competency and data

The Confederation said the BSI Fire Safety Conference 2026 will bring together regulators, standards leaders and frontline practitioners.

It said the programme will cover building and residential safety.

It said sessions will also address product compliance and testing.

It added that competency frameworks are expected to be part of the agenda.

The organisation said the event will also examine the digital “golden thread” of fire safety information.

Updates expected from regulators and standards bodies

The Fire Sector Confederation said the conference will include updates from the Building Safety Regulator.

It said the programme will also cover developments in British Standards including BS 9994 and BS 9996.

The organisation added that the conference will feature insights from the National Fire Chiefs Council, among other organisations.

Executive Director comments on conference value

Steve McGuirk, Executive Director at the Fire Sector Confederation, said: “The BSI Fire Safety Conference provides an invaluable platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration across our sector.

“As we navigate evolving regulations and standards, events like this are essential for ensuring that fire safety professionals have the tools, insights, and connections they need to protect lives and property.”

The Fire Sector Confederation said further information and registration details are available via BSI.