Intersec 2026: over 1,400 exhibitors and reinforces UAE’s leadership in global fire protection
Intersec 2026 will take place from 12–14 January at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), reaffirming its position as a leading platform for safety, security and fire protection. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor Bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Ports and Borders Security Council, the event will bring together global leaders, innovators, and decision-makers to address the evolving challenges shaping safety and resilience worldwide.
The 27th edition is expected to welcome more than 1,400 exhibitors from over 60 countries, representing various sectors including Homeland Security & Policing, Cybersecurity, Commercial & Perimeter Security, Fire & Rescue and Health & Safety, and more than 50,000 trade visitors. To meet increasing international demand, the exhibition will expand by nearly 12,000 square metres through the addition of two new halls, bringing the total gross exhibition space to 67,000 square metres.
Fire & Rescue at Intersec 2026
As fire safety challenges continue to evolve worldwide, the UAE remains at the forefront through innovation, investment and international collaboration. Both the public and private sectors are increasingly focused on strengthening resilience, improving emergency response and incorporating smarter technologies into fire protection strategies.
In response to these dynamics, the Fire & Rescue sector returns to Intersec 2026 as a comprehensive exhibition and conference platform, bringing together global manufacturers, regulators, engineers, civil defence authorities and frontline responders under one roof.
The Fire & Rescue exhibition at Intersec 2026 showcases the latest advancements in suppression systems, fire detection, passive fire protection and integrated life safety technologies. Spanning ten exhibition halls, the event reflects the growing global demand for advanced and future-ready fire and emergency response solutions.
Fire & Rescue conference: shaping the future of the sector
Running in parallel, the Fire & Rescue conference will feature a comprehensive programme shaped by a diverse advisory committee consisting of regulatory, engineering and operational experts. Key topics will include the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in early fire prediction, integration of building life safety systems, the psychology of decision-making under crisis conditions, human behaviour in emergencies and the impact of climate change on fire dynamics.
Additional sessions will examine best practice in passive fire protection, the evolution of fire doors and emerging international regulatory frameworks.
The conference will also feature a dedicated Passive Fire Day, highlighting the sector’s shift toward professionalisation through early design engagement, competency development and updated performance standards.
The strategic importance of Fire & Rescue
“The importance of fire and rescue – says Dishan Isaac, Show Director of Intersec at Messe Frankfurt Middle East – has never been more globally relevant or in greater need of strategic alignment. As this sector evolves, Intersec provides a unique opportunity to bring together manufacturers, civil defense teams, consultants and regulators in one space. This gathering enables the sharing of knowledge, showcases innovations and advances a unified vision for fire safety. We are proud to offer a platform where these critical conversations and connections can take place at scale”.
