SIBEC 2024 focuses on advancing fire safety innovations

From 13-14 November 2024, the St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort in Abu Dhabi hosted SIBEC 2024, an event bringing together fire and life safety experts from around the world.

Organised by SIBCA, a leading provider of fire, life safety, and ICT solutions in the UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia, the two-day event focused on fostering collaboration and advancing safety and sustainability across the MENA region.

Themed ‘Innovation that Keeps You Safe,’ the 2024 edition spotlighted advancements in fire and life safety technologies, including building management systems (BMS), extra-low voltage (ELV) systems, audiovisual solutions, HVAC, lighting, and ICT. The event highlighted the transformative role of AI and IoT in smart building systems, along with the application of data analytics to enhance risk management and proactive safety measures.

SIBEC 2024 featured key industry players, supported by 30 major partners, including NFPA, UL Solutions, Johnson Controls, Honeywell, Huawei, ABB, and Pelco by Motorola. Attendees engaged in presentations, panel discussions, and exhibitions that showcased innovative safety solutions. The event also offered training sessions and workshops for technical professionals, addressing the latest market trends and industry standards.

SIBEC 2024 marked the launch of the Trainovation Fire and Safety Academy Center in Abu Dhabi. Established in collaboration with the NFPA, the academy will offer NFPA-certified training programs to equip fire and life safety professionals with essential skills to protect lives and property, further strengthening the region's safety and sustainability framework.

“As the UAE and the GCC continue to expand vital infrastructure to accommodate the region’s rapidly developing economic and demographic trends, it is vital that the industry embraces the role of connectivity in driving innovation for a safer and more sustainable future. SIBEC provides a critical platform for industry leaders and stakeholders to come together to shape the future of safety and technology in the built environment,” said Ibrahim Lari, chairman of SIBCA and founder of SIBEC.