The Fire Safety Event 2026: Innovation, Networking and the Future of Fire Protection

From 28 to 30 April 2026, The Fire Safety Event (FSE) will return to NEC Birmingham, bringing together the fire safety community under one roof.
“FSE – the organizers say – is the premier destination for fire safety professionals, installers, integrators, consultants and end users to connect, collaborate and stay ahead of the curve”.
The event
The event, of which S News is Media Partner, offers the opportunity to discover cutting-edge solutions from the world’s leading manufacturers and distributors, alongside innovative start-ups driving disruption in the industry. Knowledge can be enhanced through CPD-accredited content developed in partnership with industry leaders, focusing on the latest challenges, trends and regulations.
It represents an opportunity to experience first-hand advanced technologies and content designed to support professional development.
Participants can access a comprehensive showcase of the latest fire safety products and solutions, gaining direct insights into improving business protection and continuity. The programme includes opportunities to earn CPD points, attend presentations by leading experts, discover over 10,000 fire safety products and solutions, receive practical advice and experience live demonstrations. It also enables networking with a community of over 13,500 professionals, including installers, integrators, consultants and end users.
The Fire Safety Event offers an immersive experience, allowing direct interaction with the latest innovations. Attendees can observe the LPCB live testing laboratory in action and explore a range of exciting product demonstrations.
A carefully curated programme examines evolving challenges and opportunities in fire safety with contributions from leading industry experts across multiple theatres.
“The event – the organizers highlight – provides numerous opportunities to connect with new and existing contacts, as well as industry peers. Dedicated networking initiatives, including onsite and out-of-hours events, support engagement within the UK’s largest fire safety community”.
Key Sectors at the Fire Safety Event 2026
Key sectors represented include:
- Alarm Receiving Centres
- Emergency Lighting
- Extinguishers
- Fire Detection
- Fire Prevention
- Home Automation
- HR / Recruitment
- Integrated Security & Fire
- Passive Fire Protection
- PA/VA Systems
- Professional Workwear
- Pumps & Valves
- Software & IT
- Smart Buildings
- Sprinkler Systems
- Suppression Systems
- Testing & Approval
- Training














