Fire and Security Pakistan 2007 ended up with a positive note offered its exhibitors the benefit of large and highly targeted audience incorporated a wide display of cutting-edge and highly specialized safety and security products and services. It also served as a dedicated showcase of the best products from the world over.

According to estimates, Pakistan's economy continues to grow by 7 percent in 2007 & its GDP growth is pegged to be around USD 145.26 billion. Along with other factors responsible for high economic growth in the economy, the market for fire & security equipment and allied services is also expanding. With the world turning more security conscious, there is a greater demand for sophisticated surveillance technology, equipment and improved services at all levels including governmental, private and pubic business ventures and private homes and property.

Simultaneously, there has been a surge in demand for safety and security equipment resulting in increased imports in Pakistan. While some products including firefighting equipments, vehicles, ID systems, locks, safety seals, gloves, protective glasses are being manufactured locally.

Fire & Security Pakistan 2007- Show Highlights

- Inaugurated by managing director, Munawar Baseer Ahmed from Sui Southern Gas Company Limited.
- Representation of companies from 19 countries at Fire & Security 2007.
- Participation of more than 80 leading names from the world's fire and security industry.
- Supported by the FPAP (Fire Protection Association of Pakistan), BOI (Board of Investment) and HKSA (Hong Kong Security Association).
- Live demonstrations of high tech fire control, suppression and rescue equipments.
- Extensive coverage of the event by local and international print and electronic media.
- Visits by valued buyers and decision makers as a result of special buyers programs offered at Fire & Security 2007.
- Record number of re-bookings for the next event in 2008 with requests for larger exhibit spaces.

Statistical Review

- 70% of exhibitors generated new business contacts, gathered market information and promoted their corporate image.
- 25% exhibitors used Fire & Security 2007 as a launching pad for their products.
- 70% international exhibitors found local agents to promote their products.
- 90% of the exhibitors were satisfied with the quality and services offered at Fire & Security 2007.

The 3rd International Fire & Security Pakistan 2007 concluded on a positive note, having provided local and international companies from the fire safety and security industry an ideal opportunity to exhibit their products and interact with their counterparts and gain new business leads.

The 4th Fire & Security Pakistan Exhibition is scheduled to take place from 21-24 May 2008, at Karachi Expo Centre.