Intersec Saudi Arabia draws thousands of safety and security professionals from across the GCC. (Image source: Messe Frankfurt)

Saudi Arabia’s leading trade fair for safety, security, and fire protection, will return for a sixth edition from 1st - 3rd October at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center (RICEC)

Organised by 1st Arabia and licensed by Messe Frankfurt, the event is held under the patronage of the High Commission for Industrial Security and in association with the Ministry of Interior and Saudi Civil Defense.

Intersec Saudi Arabia draws thousands of security and safety professionals from around the GCC each year to procure, learn and develop their knowledge of a rapidly growing industry. A record-breaking 15,336 visitors attended the 2023 event, and 17,000 visitors are expected at the upcoming edition. The exhibition space for Intersec Saudi Arabia 2024 has increased by 34% from 2023, covering a total area of 23,000 sq m across five halls and one outdoor showcase.

Bilal Al Barmawi, CEO and founder of 1st Arabia Trade Shows & Conferences, said, “Intersec Saudi Arabia is tailored specifically to the needs of the Kingdom. The event is regarded as the largest and most important exhibition and conference for the security, safety, and fire protection industries in Saudi Arabia.”

Intersec Saudi Arabia is expected to host over 350 exhibitors from 27 countries and will feature country pavilions for China, the Czech Republic and the UK. Saudi-based exhibitors account for 29% of the participating companies, which are categorised across five product sectors – Commercial and Perimeter Security, Cybersecurity, Homeland Security and Policing, Fire and Rescue, and Safety and Health.

Two pivotal summits

The annual conference programme for Intersec Saudi Arabia will include the Future Security and Safety Summit and the Fire Protection and Technology Summit, with both of these summits reflecting the specific needs of the Saudi market.

Riham Sedik, show manager – Intersec Saudi Arabia, Messe Frankfurt Middle East, said, “We are proud to feature two pivotal summits that will unite industry pioneers to address current and emerging security threats at national and corporate levels while also bringing together leading fire and emergency service professionals to discuss the latest challenges, opportunities, and advancements in fire safety and technology."

The summits will run throughout the three-day event and have been developed to bring together the industry's best and brightest minds, offering significant value to attendees and high-quality, valuable educational opportunities to attendees.

Key themes for the Future Security and Safety Summit include ‘Moving Beyond Security – How to React to AI’s Transformative Potential’ and ‘Boosting International Security Co-operation’ Meanwhile, the Fire Protection and Technology Summit will explore ‘Robotics and Automation for Fire Suppression’ and ‘Fire Challenges due to Climate Change’ among other vital industry topics.

The Premium Club will once again return to Intersec Saudi Arabia, providing unrivalled opportunities for professionals in safety, security, and fire protection to network. The programme is designed to encourage key buyers to connect with exhibitors away from the show floor, offering a seamless purchasing process.

You can find out more about Intersec Saudi Arabia here

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