The Fire Safety Event 2027 – Birmingham, United Kingdom

What to expect

The Fire Safety Event 2027 returns to ignite the halls of NEC Birmingham, putting fire safety at the forefront of the agenda and bringing together the entire fire safety community under one roof. The Fire Safety Event Europe is the premier destination for fire safety professionals, installers, integrators, consultants and end users to connect, collaborate and stay ahead of the curve.

Expect three days of groundbreaking technology and content that will keep you ahead. From cutting-edge solutions from the world’s leading manufacturers and distributors alongside innovative start-ups driving disruption in the industry, to CPD-accredited educational content developed in partnership with industry leaders and focused on latest challenges, trends and regulations.

The event is a must-attend for anyone who has a focus on improving fire safety, business continuity and business protection for their organisation. Discover cutting-edge solutions, enhance your knowledge with CPD-accredited content, and experience first hand groundbreaking technology that will keep you ahead in protecting people, property and infrastructure.

The Fire Safety Event is part of The Safety and Security Event Series, co-located with four other major shows covering security, workplace, health and safety and facilities. This co-location provides unrivalled crossover, allowing you to source entire safety supply chain in one visit. With 300+ exhibitors, 13,500 attendees, 10,000 products and 5 other co-located events, the show offers structured environment where innovation meets regulation, ensuring professionals are equipped with tools and knowledge required to enhance life safety across residential, commercial and industrial environments.

Event dates

• Event Dates: 27-29 April 2027
• Event Days: Tuesday 27th April 2027, Wednesday 28th April 2027, Thursday 29th April 2027
• Event Timings: Tuesday 27 April 10:00 – 16:30, Wednesday 28 April 10:00 – 16:30, Thursday 29 April 10:00 – 15:30
• Edition: The Fire Safety Event Europe 2027 – Premier Destination for Fire Safety
• Frequency: Annual
• Venue: Hall 4, National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham B40 1NT, UK
• Organised By: The Fire Safety Event Europe
• Registered Office: Upper Level, Wimbledon Quarter 4 Queen’s Road, Wimbledon, SW19 8ND
• VAT Number: 313 563 032
• Official Website: https://www.firesafetyevent.com/

All exhibition, conference sessions, live demonstrations and networking activities take place within these three core days. Opening times include last admission before closing.

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Venue & exhibition site

The Fire Safety Event 2027 takes place in Hall 4, National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham B40 1NT, UK. The NEC is the UK’s largest exhibition venue and the home of UK’s fastest growing fire safety event, located at heart of UK motorway network 8 miles east of Birmingham city centre.

The venue offers 20 interconnected halls, with Fire Safety Event occupying Hall 4 with direct access to co-located Security Event, Health and Safety Event and others. Facilities include fully accessible halls, award-winning catering, free Wi-Fi for visitors, dedicated seminar theatres including FIA Guidance Theatre, live demo areas, networking cafe and innovation zones.

ExCeL style infrastructure at NEC includes 16,500 parking spaces with electronic signage, free shuttle buses between car parks and halls during exhibitions, and direct connection to Birmingham International Station via covered walkway and free Air-Rail Link. The venue is operated by NEC Group and hosts over 500 events annually.

Exhibition site is designed for practical, solutions-driven environment where fire safety professionals can explore equipment aligned with current standards, with live skills competitions, product testing zones and CPD-accredited educational seminars. The Safety and Security Event Series brings together complementary disciplines under one roof for comprehensive sourcing.

Full event programme

The full event programme for The Fire Safety Event 2027 offers unparalleled line-up of free educational content and exhibition containing major fire safety manufacturers and associations.

Programme includes FIA Guidance Theatre hosted by Fire Industry Association with keynote speakers, technical sessions and panel discussions across topics affecting UK fire industry. FIA sets out its largest programme to date at exhibition including return of Guidance Theatre, new live skills competition and networking cafe.

Additional programme elements include CPD-accredited seminars covering latest challenges, trends and regulations, live demonstrations of fire detection, alarm, suppression and evacuation systems, tools, techniques and systems for contractors and clients in understanding life cycle of fire and life safety systems, passive fire protection training, warehouse fire safety in logistics sector, regulatory trends across region, and component integrity in protective equipment.

Programme is developed in partnership with industry leaders and covers fire prevention, integrated security and fire, fire detection and alarm, emergency lighting, suppression, evacuation and business continuity. Sessions are subject to change and include lunch breaks with networking designed to encourage discussion between delegates, speakers and industry peers.

The programme also features international editions including Fire Safety Event Asia and Fire Safety Event Australia at MCEC Melbourne and Sands Expo Singapore, ensuring global best practice sharing.

Key speakers & keynote speakers

Key speakers and keynote speakers at The Fire Safety Event 2027 include industry leaders, association heads, regulators, consultants and product specialists shaping fire safety future.

Recent and expected speakers include Victoria Swayne, Director at 3Safety, Hannah Mansell, Andrew Nicholls and other fire safety consultants and installers sharing practical insights. FIA Guidance Theatre hosts keynote speakers from Fire Industry Association, Institution of Fire Engineers and leading manufacturers.

Based on FIA programme, speakers address topics such as modern fire fighting techniques, fire risk assessment, DSEAR integration, passive fire protection, regulatory compliance and life safety systems. Chair of Building Safety Regulator has opened FIRE Conference in recent editions, indicating senior regulatory participation.

Manufacturers such as Advanced, C-TEC and Safety Technology International provide technical speakers demonstrating connected systems designed for building fire detection, smoke control and evacuation management. International speakers include experts from UL Solutions, VdS Loss Prevention, Kiyohara and Co, and leading fire engineering firms discussing component integrity and certification.

Speakers share first-hand experience from real-world projects including residential, commercial, industrial and infrastructure fire protection, providing actionable guidance for installers, integrators and end users.

Conference sessions & tracks

Conference sessions and tracks are organised into dedicated theatres providing CPD-accredited content focused on latest challenges, trends and regulations.

FIA Guidance Theatre Track hosted by Fire Industry Association includes keynote speakers, technical sessions and panel discussions across topics affecting UK fire industry including BAFE SP203-1 modular certification scheme for providers of fire detection and fire alarm systems, EN54 standards, fire alarm control panels and voice alarm systems.

Fire Prevention and Detection Track covers fire detection webinar content, fire alarm systems, addressable systems capable of lockdown functionality, internet connectivity, false alarm reduction and complex cause and effects. Includes FastConvert retrofit solutions for conversion and upgrade of multi-zone conventional fire system to sophisticated addressable systems.

Life Safety Systems and Evacuation Track includes tools, techniques and systems for contractors and clients in understanding life cycle of fire and life safety systems, disabled refuge systems, life safety communication solutions, evacuation alert systems such as EVAC-ALERT BS 8629 and Hush BS 5839-6 Grade C domestic fire systems.

Passive Fire Protection and Regulatory Track includes technical focus on passive fire protection training, discussion on warehouse fire safety in Asia logistics sector, panel on regulatory trends across region, component integrity in protective equipment, product assurance and certification.

Integrated Security and Fire Track covers integrated security and fire solutions, emergency lighting, suppression and business continuity, aligning with co-located Security Event for holistic building safety.

Skills Competition and Practical Track includes new live skills competition, live demonstrations of CAST-powered life-safety systems, cloud-based fire alarm management and connected systems for smoke control.

Session times & schedule

The daily schedule is designed for intensive learning, product discovery and networking across three days.

Morning Opening begins with hall opening at 10:00 each day. Exhibition floor and seminar theatres open immediately with FIA Guidance Theatre hosting opening keynote. Firelab sessions and technical demonstrations start mid-morning.

Midday Programme includes continuous CPD-accredited seminars with lunch break scheduled around 12:45 providing networking opportunity. Sessions include firelab presentations by industry experts such as Kobus Strydom and technical sessions on fire detection and life cycle management presented by Kevin Govender.

Afternoon Sessions continue with panel discussions, regulatory updates and manufacturer-led demonstrations of fire alarm control panels, voice alarm systems and suppression solutions. Networking breaks designed to encourage discussion between delegates, speakers and industry peers.

Late Afternoon and Closing sees exhibition remain open until 16:30 on first two days and until 15:30 on final day to allow for travel and final meetings. Networking cafe and drinks reception sponsored by companies such as Siderise provide informal networking.

Full Three-Day Schedule allows visitors to plan attendance across all theatres, with programme subject to change at any time.

Ticket types & registration

Ticket types for The Fire Safety Event 2027 are designed to be accessible for fire safety professionals across all sectors.

Visitor Pass provides full three-day access to exhibition, 300+ exhibitors, 10,000 products, FIA Guidance Theatre, CPD-accredited seminars, live skills competition and networking cafe, plus access to 5 other co-located events including Security Event. The ticket price is $0 USD – admission is free with prior registration. For free pass, registration via https://www.firesafetyevent.com/ through official form is required.

Installer and Integrator Pass is same free visitor pass but grants access to dedicated content for installers, integrators and contractors including technical sessions on life cycle of fire and life safety systems and BAFE certification.

Consultant and End User Pass provides access to consultant-focused sessions on business continuity, business protection and risk assessment for those responsible for protecting people, property and infrastructure.

Exhibitor Pass is included within exhibitor stand packages for manufacturers and distributors. Exhibitors receive multiple badges, marketing support, lead scanning and access to exhibitor zone.

International Delegate Pass provides access to international pavilions and Fire Safety Event Asia and Australia insights for visitors from outside UK.

All tickets include free parking access via pre-book or validation and access to all co-located shows in Safety and Security Event Series.

Registration deadlines

Registration for free visitor passes is open now and remains open until final day, with onsite registration available at Hall 4 reception for industry professionals.

Early Registration is recommended to receive full agenda, exhibitor list, seminar programme and access to meeting booking and CPD certificate download. Booking link and promo code for free parking will be available three months before event.

Exhibitor Booking Deadline for prime positions in Hall 4 closes well in advance, as show regularly hosts 300+ exhibitors and space is allocated on first-come basis with stands such as 4/F30 and 4/D85 in high demand.

CPD Certificate Registration for FIA Guidance Theatre and other theatres requires onsite check-in to qualify for CPD points, with certificates available via event app after show.

Group Registration for fire safety teams, installer companies and consultancy practices is supported through official website and allows multiple team members to register simultaneously.

Exhibitor list & major companies

The Fire Safety Event 2027 features 300+ exhibitors and 10,000 products from world’s leading manufacturers and distributors alongside innovative start-ups.

Major exhibitors based on recent editions include C-TEC exhibiting with world-class CAST-powered life-safety systems including EVAC-ALERT BS 8629 evacuation alert system, Hush revolutionary BS 5839-6 Grade C domestic fire system, CAST own-protocol fire system and cloud-based fire alarm solutions on Stand 4/F30 and previously 3a/G50 and 4/G100.

Advanced Electronics exhibits intelligent fire and life safety solutions designed to support safer, smarter buildings, showcasing connected systems for building fire detection, smoke control and evacuation management at Hall 4 Stand D85.

Additional major companies include Safety Technology International, Redplug, XACT, Consort, NSI, GP Gypsum LLC, Capita, Lubrizol, Tangent Link Limited, Advanced Co, Asecos Limited, Chemstore Engineering, Churches Fire Security Ltd, Coltraco Ultrasonics, C-TEC Computionics Ltd, Detector Testers, Apollo Fire Detectors, Gent by Honeywell, Fulleon, EMS Radio Fire and Security Systems, Hochiki Europe, Tyco Fire Protection Products, Teledata, Fire Beam Company, Intertek, Siderise, PartB, Risk Base, Global HSE and Coopers Fire.

Full exhibitor list includes companies across fire detection, fire alarm control panels, voice alarm, disabled refuge, emergency lighting, suppression, passive fire protection and integrated security and fire.

Exhibition halls & floor plan

The exhibition is hosted in Hall 4, National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham B40 1NT, UK, as part of Safety and Security Event Series occupying multiple halls.

Hall 4 Layout provides large open floorplate ideal for fire safety equipment displays, live demonstration areas and seminar theatres. Hall 4 hosts main exhibition, FIA Guidance Theatre, networking cafe and live skills competition area. Stand numbering includes zones such as F30, D85, G100 indicating organised sector layout.

Co-Located Halls include adjacent halls hosting Security Event, Health and Safety Event, Workplace Event and other safety and security shows, allowing visitors to walk between events without stepping outside. NEC entrance is on right hand side as you exit Birmingham International station and clearly signposted.

FIA Guidance Theatre occupies dedicated theatre space within Hall 4 hosting keynote speakers, technical sessions and panel discussions. Additional theatres host fire prevention, integrated security and fire, and practical skills demonstrations.

Networking and Hospitality Areas include networking cafe, drinks reception area and exhibitor hospitality suites for business meetings and pipeline building.

Official floor plan and exhibitor locator are available via website and event app once registration opens, with prime positions near entrances and guidance theatre for major brands such as C-TEC and Advanced.

Networking & business meetings

Networking and business meetings are central to The Fire Safety Event’s proposition as premier destination for fire safety professionals to connect, collaborate and stay ahead of curve.

The event brings together entire fire safety community including installers, integrators, consultants, end users, manufacturers and distributors. With 13,500 attendees, networking breaks are dedicated throughout day designed to encourage discussion between delegates, speakers and industry peers and support exchange of ideas.

Key networking features include FIA networking cafe providing informal meeting point for fire industry, drinks reception sponsored by Siderise, live skills competition encouraging peer interaction, and business meeting zones for exhibitors to engage with customers, forge new relationships and build sales pipeline that competitors will be envious of.

Meetings can be arranged in advance through event app and exhibitor zone portal. Co-location with Security Event and other safety shows provides crossover networking with security installers, health and safety managers and facilities managers responsible for protecting people, property and infrastructure.

For professionals responsible for protecting people, property and infrastructure, exhibition remains key date in fire safety calendar for building relationships and discovering cutting-edge solutions.

Industry sectors & highlights

Industry sectors represented cover full fire safety ecosystem ensuring innovation meets regulation.

Fire Detection and Alarm includes fire alarm control panels, voice alarm systems, disabled refuge systems, life safety communication solutions, CAST-powered systems, addressable and conventional systems, cloud-based fire alarm management and false alarm reduction.

Fire Prevention and Suppression includes fire prevention solutions, suppression systems, smoke control, evacuation management, emergency lighting and integrated residential and commercial fire alarm solutions.

Passive Fire Protection includes fire stopping, compartmentation, fire doors, intumescent products and technical training on passive protection and component integrity.

Integrated Security and Fire includes integrated security and fire solutions, emergency lighting, evacuation alert systems and business continuity solutions.

Business Protection and Continuity includes business protection, business continuity, risk assessment, DSEAR integration and regulatory compliance including BAFE SP203-1 certification scheme.

Life Safety and Evacuation includes evacuation alert systems, disabled refuge, voice alarm and life safety communication.

Highlights include 300+ exhibitors, 13,500 attendees, 10,000 products, 5 co-located events, CPD-accredited content, free parking, and structured environment where innovation meets regulation.

Event rules & visitor information

The Fire Safety Event is a professional trade event with clear visitor information and rules to ensure safe and productive environment.

Trade Event Policy – exhibition, seminars and networking are aimed at fire safety professionals, installers, integrators, consultants and end users. Registration requires business details and industry involvement may be requested.

Badge Policy – all attendees including visitors, exhibitors, press and speakers must hold valid badge and be registered for current show either pre-show or onsite. Badges must be worn at all times within Hall 4 and co-located halls.

Free Pass Policy – admission is free but tickets must be secured via official website https://www.firesafetyevent.com/ through official form. Free pass provides access to all co-located events.

Conduct Policy – organiser expects professional and respectful behaviour. Event is designed to keep attendees ahead of curve with cutting-edge solutions and CPD-accredited content.

Photography Policy – official photography and filming takes place throughout show. By attending, you consent to being filmed for promotional purposes.

Contact Information – for enquiries, visit https://www.firesafetyevent.com/, contact via exhibitor zone or visit registration desk in Hall 4. Registered office is Upper Level, Wimbledon Quarter 4 Queen’s Road, Wimbledon SW19 8ND.

How to get there

The Fire Safety Event 2027 takes place at Hall 4, National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham B40 1NT, UK.

By Train: The NEC is right next to Birmingham International station. You can get to any halls quickly and conveniently without having to step outside. NEC entrance is on right hand side as you exit station and clearly signposted. Discounts available with Avanti trains.

By Plane: NEC is just minutes away from Birmingham Airport which is handy for international visitors and those on UK internal flights. From airport, take free and fast Air-Rail Link to Birmingham International railway station and then short walk to entrance.

By Car: NEC is at heart of UK motorway network 8 miles east of Birmingham city centre with direct access via M42 and M6 motorways. Follow electronic signage to Hall 4 parking areas. Once parked, take free shuttle bus or walk via signposted footpaths.

By Bus or Coach: Coach services are operated by National Express and Megabus with over 120 daily services from across UK to Birmingham Airport. From here you can get to NEC in minutes on free air-rail link. This is great and sustainable way to get to and from NEC.

Local Navigation: Use postcode B40 1NT for navigation and follow signs for Fire Safety Event Europe upon arrival at NEC.

Public transport & parking

Public transport and parking at NEC are extensive and designed for large-scale events with 13,500 attendees.

Free Parking includes access in one of two ways: pre-book via NEC website or validate on day at any pay-on-foot machine. Booking link and promo code will be available three months before event. For step-by-step instructions, refer to Visitor Parking PDF Guide on official website. Parking is chargeable with free validation for show visitors converting parking cost to $0 USD with code.

Train Services: NEC is right next to Birmingham International station with free Air-Rail Link from Birmingham Airport. Direct services run from London Euston, Birmingham New Street and across UK with discounts with Avanti trains.

Bus or Coach Services: National Express and Megabus operate over 120 daily services to Birmingham Airport with connection via air-rail link to NEC, providing sustainable travel option.

Accessibility Transport: Pre-bookable accessible parking spaces, step-free access throughout Hall 4 and accessible facilities with lifts between levels.

Additional Services: Include free Wi-Fi for visitors, on-site support throughout event, catering outlets, shuttle buses between car parks and halls and taxi ranks.

Accommodation areas

Accommodation near NEC Birmingham is extensive due to proximity to Birmingham International Station and Birmingham Airport.

Onsite and Immediate Vicinity includes hotels within walking distance of Hall 4 such as Hilton Birmingham Metropole, Crowne Plaza NEC, Premier Inn Birmingham NEC/Airport, Novotel Birmingham Airport and Resorts World complex hotels including Genting Hotel. These offer chargeable onsite parking, restaurants, breakfast and free Wi-Fi and are ideal for exhibitors and visitors wanting to maximise networking time.

Birmingham International and Bickenhill Area includes hotels in Bickenhill near Birmingham International Airport just off M42 motorway with convenient shuttle access and rates typically from $90 USD to $180 USD per night.

Birmingham City Centre including Broad Street and ICC hotels accessible via train from Birmingham New Street to Birmingham International, offering more evening entertainment options with rates from $110 USD to $250 USD per night.

Coleshill and North Warwickshire offers B&Bs with secure parking and early breakfast options for visitors needing early access to show.

Early booking is essential as NEC hosts multiple events concurrently and hotels sell out quickly during major safety and security events. Official accommodation provider information available via show website.

Previous year’s highlights

Previous year’s highlights demonstrate growth and importance of UK’s fastest growing fire safety event.

Fire Safety Event 2026 returned to NEC Birmingham with practical, solutions-driven environment where fire safety professionals can connect and stay ahead. Among confirmed exhibitors were C-TEC and Safety Technology International both recognised for delivering advanced fire safety technologies, with C-TEC known for high-quality fire alarm control panels, voice alarm systems and life safety communication solutions widely specified across commercial and public buildings.

Advanced exhibited connected systems designed for building fire detection, smoke control and evacuation management at Hall 4 Stand D85 showcasing latest intelligent fire and life safety solutions designed to support safer, smarter buildings. FIA confirmed expanded programme for 2026 with largest programme at exhibition to date including return of FIA Guidance Theatre, new live skills competition and networking cafe.

Earlier edition in 2025 featured 120+ exhibitors and free CPD-accredited educational seminars with C-TEC showcasing integrated residential and commercial fire alarm solutions on Stand 4/G100 including EVAC-ALERT and Hush systems. The show has grown to 300+ exhibitors, 13,500 attendees and 10,000 products with 5 other co-located events, becoming biggest gathering in UK for fire industry.

Official registration & tickets

Official registration and tickets are managed through official website https://www.firesafetyevent.com/.

Official Website: https://www.firesafetyevent.com/
Registration: Free to attend – FREE pass via official form – registration open
Organiser: The Fire Safety Event Europe – Safety and Security Event Series
Registered Office: Upper Level, Wimbledon Quarter 4 Queen’s Road, Wimbledon SW19 8ND, Registered in England 07664714, VAT 313 563 032
Venue: Hall 4, National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham B40 1NT, UK
Co-Located Events: 5 other events including Security Event, Health and Safety Event – access included

Visitor attendance is free with registration via official form providing access to all co-located events. Exhibitor enquiries for stands showcasing solutions at Europe’s premier destination for fire safety should be made via website exhibit enquiry or exhibitor zone. Free parking available via pre-book with promo code released three months before event. Beware of third-party sites charging fees – only official source is firesafetyevent.com.