Beatrice Råvik Janzon appointed CEO of Rescue Intellitech
Bringing extensive experience in international business development and commercial growth. Rescue Intellitech AB is pleased to announce the appointment of Beatrice Råvik Janzon as Chief Executive Officer, effective August 10, 2026. Beatrice…
Pick Everard completes remediation works at nine residential blocks
Major fire safety remediation works at nine residential tower blocks in Salford have been completed. The scheme has delivered replacement cladding, insulation and fire compartmentation alongside new fire alarm systems and sprinklers across nine residential blocks managed by Pendleton Together…
Boundless benefits for Perkbox
Boundless, the membership club for public sector and civil service workers, has launched on employee benefits and rewards platform Perkbox, making it easier for eligible users to access savings, experiences and opportunities that help them make the most of life…
Cyber and physical threats reshaping security across the Middle East, says governance, risk and compliance leader
TAQA’s Hesham ElGindy to explore responsible AI, insider risk and integrated security strategies at Intersec Saudi Arabia’s Future Security Summit The Summit takes place during the first two days of Intersec Saudi Arabia, which is held from 16-18 November 2026…
IDS brings a new standard of PPE care and decontamination to the UK
Industrial Decontamination Services UK (IDS UK) is bringing a new standard of PPE care and decontamination to the UK fire, emergency services and industrial sectors. Backed by more than 30 years of proven expertise in Australia, it is establishing a…
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service Selects LearnPro Group’s FireWatch Platform to Modernise Workforce, HR, and Operational Planning
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) has selected the FireWatch platform from LearnPro Group to support the modernisation of its workforce, HR, and operational planning functions. Under the new agreement, HWRFS will transition from its current system to…
Radiocoms Systems Ltd completes acquisition of Bridge Systems Ltd
Radiocoms Systems Ltd (Radiocoms), the UK’s leading critical communications partner, today announced it has acquired Bridge Systems Ltd, marking the company’s first acquisition since its Total Capital Partners backed management buyout in April 2026. Bridge Systems has built a strong…
Rescue Intellitech delivers PPE decontamination facility in Hampshire
Rescue Intellitech has installed a space saving, purpose-built decontamination room at Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service’s (HIWFRS) headquarters in Eastleigh to clean firefighter PPE, enhance operational resilience and protect firefighters’ health. HIWFRS is responsible for the…
Siderise CW-FS Firestop tested to India’s IS 18190: 2023 standard for curtain wall perimeter fire barriers
Siderise CW-FS Firestop has been successfully tested to IS 18190: 2023 Non-Structural Components in Buildings, India’s dedicated test method for fire resistance of perimeter fire barrier joint systems, achieving a 2-hour F-rating. This result strengthens the product’s extensive test portfolio…
Crosscall confirms partnership with Radiocoms to support UK public safety ambitions
Following the launch of its new mission-critical range for PoC, ATEX and private 450 MHz mobile solutions, Crosscall has confirmed a new partnership with Radiocoms, a specialist in critical communications solutions, at Critical Communications World (CCW). This new partnership is…
Hochiki systems protect rebuilt St Jude’s Hospital in St Lucia, more than a decade after devastating fire
St Jude’s Hospital in St Lucia has been fitted with a comprehensive new life safety system, following its rebuild after a fire in 2009 destroyed the original facility’s surgical theatres and hospital wards, forcing medical care to be moved to…
New Certification Scheme Helps Demonstrate Competence In Smoke Control System Maintenance
Kiwa has launched a new third-party certification scheme for organisations delivering the service, maintenance, and repair of smoke control systems, providing independent verification of competence at a time of increased regulatory scrutiny across the built environment. The IFC Certification unit…
Fire Safety in Office Blocks: Common Risks and How Businesses Can Stay Compliant
Office buildings are amongst the most common forms of commercial properties. They pose a significant fire risk due to the high concentration of people and equipment they contain. Many office buildings also have multiple floors or annexes, making evacuation more…
Hochiki Europe marks 2,000th member of its free training academy
Hochiki Europe has welcomed its 2,000th member to the Hochiki Training Academy, the free training platform the manufacturer launched in February 2024 to give installers, specifiers and engineers direct access to product and system training at no cost. Ricky Wyatt…
MP visits Britannia Fire as company expands and launches fire safety initiative
Britannia Fire has welcomed Ben Goldsborough MP to its headquarters in Ashwellthorpe to celebrate the opening of a brand-new administration centre and to announce the company’s new fire safety training initiative for local businesses. As one of the largest employers…
Fit For Today, Safe For Tomorrow: Why Installation Matters
The installation of fire door hardware is the point at which compliance and performance either come together or fall apart, explains Karen Trigg of Allegion UK. Installation has always been the final step in the fire door assembly process. The…
Intersec Saudi Arabia 2026 returns with its largest edition as the Saudi security, safety and fire sectors advance
Intersec Saudi Arabia is taking place from 16–18 November 2026 at Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center, with over 25,000 visitors and more than 500 exhibitors expected Saudi Arabia’s security market to reach USD 3.4 billion by 2030, while the…
CRASH DAYS 2026: Europe’s premier Rescue Training event returns to Münster
Emergency response professionals from across Europe will gather on 20–21 October for CRASH DAYS 2026. This intensive, two-day training event is designed to prepare firefighters, rescue teams, EMS personnel and instructors for the complex challenges of modern vehicle rescue. Hosted at the renowned crashtest-service.com GmbH facility…
Siderise Launches New Inspection App
Ten years after launching its pioneering “Inspector” app, Siderise has unveiled the next generation of this digital tool. Named the “Siderise Inspection App,” it has been developed to help installers verify the quality of passive fire protection and acoustic installations…
BAFE announces changes to schemes’ operations
BAFE has announced that Technical Schemes and Assurance Manager, Ken Bullock, will leave the organisation on 18th August 2026. Having joined BAFE in October 2023 to review the delivery and management of BAFE schemes, Bullock has had a significant impact…