The Building Research Establishment(BRE) – the leading building science centre – has today announced the creation of the PV Fire Intelligence Network (PV-FIN) – a steering group of leading organisations to analyse the fire safety of solar PV (photovoltaic) systems.…
FOGTEC awards Ernst Achilles Prize, once again recognising outstanding young researchers in the field of fire protection
Cologne. The Ernst Achilles Prize for excellent international young research in the field of fire protection was awarded for the third time. The award ceremony took place on 5 December 2025 at the host, sponsor and organiser FOGTEC in Cologne.…
25th International Water Mist Conference – Call for Papers published
Hamburg, 15th December 2025. The 25th International Water Mist Conference (#IWMC2026) will take place in Prague, Czech Republic, on 7th and 8th October 2026. The event is – as always – organised by IWMA (International Water Mist Association). The call…
When a Fire Breaks Out, Who Really Knows The System?
The story that caught my attention recently wasn’t about fire growth or building loss; it was about confusion. Specifically, the confusion faced by the fire service when arriving at buildings equipped with a range of fire protection systems. In more…
UltraSense™ Sensors: A Global Step Forward in Early Detection for Battery Systems, Power Infrastructure, and Critical Infrastructure Environments
Fireaway Inc., manufacturer of the Stat-X® condensed aerosol fire suppression systems, has announced the expanded global deployment of UltraSense™. UltraSense sensors deliver an advanced multi-parameter sensing platform. The comprehensive suite of sensors offer both preventive monitoring and instant detection at…
Ready for the methanol revolution in shipping. Minimax Minifog marine XP extinguishing system complies with IMO 1165 guidelines.
Bad Oldesloe, December 2, 2025 – Minimax has further developed its high-pressure water mist extinguishing system specifically for use with methanol fires. The company now offers a fire protection system for the marine fuel of the future. Minimax is ready…
Change in the IWMA Board of Directors: Kristian Hox replaces Robert Mostad
Hamburg, 1st December 2025. The IWMA (International Water Mist Association) articles say that member companies and institutions that allocate a member of the board may appoint an interim member of the board if their employee leaves the company or institution. …
Advanced’s Fire Protection Installed in Canterbury Student Village
Fire protection solutions manufacturer, Advanced, has supplied intelligent fire panels to student accommodation in Kent to replace existing panels, as part of a £3.5m project to improve fire safety at Cloud Student Homes’ Canterbury Student Village sites. Cloud Student Homes…
Consilium and Hyundai to test AI cameras for fire detection at sea
In a significant step toward enhancing marine safety, Consilium Safety Group and Hyundai Heavy Industries have signed a landmark agreement to explore the use of AI-powered cameras in certified fire alarm systems on ships. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)…
LPCB and Ciqurix spark a new era in flame detection
Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB), part of BRE Group has awarded the first-ever certificate under the new LPS 1976 Video Flame Detection Standard to Ciqurix Ltd – developers of intelligent Video Flame Detector (VFD) technology. The certification marks a new…
Siderise champions collaboration to deliver passive fire solution for new Birmingham student accommodation
Siderise has partnered with Ash & Lacy to provide a tested passive fire protection solution for the NaturAL X Brick Cladding System being installed on Vita Student’s latest accommodation development on the historic Gough Street and Suffolk Street intersection in…
Siderise launches passive fire protection range for ventilated brick slip cladding systems
Siderise has launched a new passive fire protection package that focuses specifically on the cavity fire barrier requirements of adhesive and mechanically fixed ventilated brick slip cladding systems. Ventilated brick slip cladding applications have surged in popularity in recent years,…
Intersec 2026: Showcasing Kentec’s solutions at the industry’s cutting edge
Kentec Electronics is set to demonstrate why it is the leading manufacturer of life safety solutions at Intersec’s Global Security, Safety, and Fire Event, from 12–14 January 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Kentec is proud to be able to…
Discreet Fire Protection for a Landmark Mayfair Office
When leading fire and security specialists Cornerstone were appointed to deliver the life safety systems for the refurbishment of 77 Grosvenor Street, they faced a unique challenge. Located in the heart of London’s Mayfair district, the prestigious building features classical…
Fire-Dex to Launch First-Ever Fire Investigation PPE
Protecting fire investigators with PPE designed for post-fire scenes and the work they face Fire investigators have long worked in a gray area of protection where full structural turnouts are overkill, but single-layer garments may not cover every single hazard…
Fire Detection Systems for Hotels: Hochiki Secures Villa San Carlo
Discover how a hybrid fire safety system preserved the historic elegance of a 13th-century hotel retreat. Villa San Carlo, a 13th-century estate turned spiritual retreat near Vicenza, Italy, is the latest hospitality venue to benefit from a discreet, high-performance fire…
C-TEC exhibiting at London Build
Leading life-safety electronic systems manufacturer, C-TEC, is exhibiting at London Build, the UK’s biggest construction show. The company will be showcasing its innovative range of CAST powered open-protocol life-safety system solutions including: It’s brand-new range of ‘Lockdown’ Solutions – a…