Euralarm is pleased to announce the launch of the first European Fire Detection Forum, a conference dedicated to the future of fire detection and electronic fire safety in Europe. The event will take place on 2 December 2026 in Cologne, Germany, as part of the renowned VdS-FireSafety Cologne (VdS-BrandSchutzTage).
The European Fire Detection Forum is being organised by Euralarm during the VdS-FireSafety Cologne. The integration of the Euralarm event into the VdS-FireSafety Cologne will bring clear incremental value, creating a unique European platform to examine both current developments and the future direction of electronic fire detection.
The inaugural edition will be held under the theme: “Fire safety in a changing world and the changing world of fire safety – From reaction to prediction: the next paradigm of electronic fire safety.” Looking at the pipeline of developments and technologies to support earlier detection and reduction of nuisance alarms.
As fire risks evolve and digital technologies transform the built environment, fire detection systems are facing new challenges and opportunities. Advances in connectivity, artificial intelligence, sensor fusion, sustainability and predictive maintenance are reshaping the role of fire detection within modern fire safety strategies. At the same time, changing regulations, new building technologies and emerging risks such as lithium-ion battery fires require fresh approaches and closer cooperation across the sector.
The European Fire Detection Forum will provide a dedicated platform for manufacturers, installers, system integrators, fire safety professionals, regulators, insurers and policymakers to discuss these developments and explore the future direction of the industry.
The programme will feature keynote presentations, expert panels and technical sessions covering topics such as:
- Emerging and future fire detection technologies and solutions
- Artificial intelligence and sensor fusion
- Reducing false alarms and improving system reliability
- Sustainability in fire detection
- Early detection of lithium-ion battery incidents
- Digitalisation and remote services
- The future regulatory and standards framework for fire detection in Europe
Peter Mita, President of Euralarm, said: “Fire safety is entering a period of profound transformation. New technologies are creating opportunities to detect fires earlier, reduce unwanted alarms and improve building safety. At the same time, society faces new risks and increasing expectations regarding sustainability and digitalisation. With the European Fire Detection Forum, Euralarm is creating a platform where industry experts, regulators and end users can discuss these developments and help shape the future of fire safety in Europe.”
Ingeborg Schlosser, divisional director of VdS, the organisers behind the VdS-FireSafety Cologne, said: “The cooperation with the VdS-FireSafety Cologne reflects a shared commitment to fostering knowledge exchange and supporting innovation throughout the fire safety community. By combining the European perspective of Euralarm with the strong market presence and reputation of VdS, the event aims to become a leading forum for discussing the future of fire detection technologies and their role in protecting people, property and the environment.”
A special benefit to the participants of the Euralarm Forum: During the breaks and on 3rd December they will have the possibility to visit the international trade fair with around 200 exhibitors and to connect with visitors and participants of the other VdS-expert conferences.
Further information on registration, speakers and the final programme will be available on the website www.vds.de/ft-bmaint.
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