In addition to the increase in attendees to Firex International, the show continues to attract the decision makers from across the industry with a 2% increase from integrators, a 61% increase from consultants, and a 23% increase from visitors with a budget over £10 million.

The sales and marketing manager for Emirates Fire Fighting Equipment Factory LLC (FIREX) said: “The show is 100% this year. It has got larger, and what is amazing is that not only have we seen a better crowd coming to our stand this year, they are all ready to buy our products.”

Firex International continued to sit alongside Ifsec International in the South Halls at Excel London, reflecting the crossover between the two industries, and adding value to both Firex and Ifsec visitors. The increasing popularity and growth of Firex was further demonstrated by the increased number of elaborate trade stand designs compared to 2015.

Gerry Dunphy, Event Director for Ifsec & Firex International, said: ‘’Firex continues to cement its position as Europe’s premier annual fire safety event and this year saw a return to form with over 76 exhibiting companies present. Exhibitors reported substantial levels of interest from international customers as well as a noticeable growth in major end users. Installers told us they’re continuing to see the alignment with Ifsec as a major advantage of attending both shows as the ever increasing synergies between fire and security are coming to the fore. Firex and Ifsec will continue to embrace this overlap for years to come.’’

Firex International continued to receive major support from within the industry, the Fire Industry Association (FIA), Fire Protection Association (FPA), Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) and the Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB) were all present this year as key partners to the show, hosting topical seminar sessions, advice clinics and information zones. This year, we welcomed a new supporting association, the Fire & Security Association (FSA).

The Passive Protection Zone offered an extremely useful opportunity for delegates to develop their knowledge of passive fire protection via a variety of seminars and workshops. Plus, due to the location of ASFP member companies around the zone, this offered a one stop shop for all passive fire protection needs.