As October marks the start of the long-awaited Expo 2020 it is exciting to see an interview with Steve Hamm, CEO of the IFE in this edition of Gulf Fire. The interview discusses the new global strategy being implemented by…
IFE GCC UAE Branch Update July 2021
At the time of writing this update the international response to tackling the ongoing Covid pandemic remains positive. The UAE has had an efficient and professionally delivered vaccination programme to protect residents and visitors alike and has the second-best response…
IFE GCC UAE Branch Update April 2021
To say 2020 was a challenging year is, in reflection, a major understatement. However, as we leave the doom and gloom of 2020 behind us, we look forward to emerging stronger and more resilient to tackle any challenges we encounter…
IFE GCC UAE Branch Update January 2021
As the year closes out and we move into 2021 there is a general feel of optimism for 2021. The year 2020 has challenged us all, whether this has been in our work or personal lives or within the wider…
IFE GCC UAE Branch Update October 2020
The last few months since the previous IFE Branch update have been a period of adjustment for living and working with the Covid-19 pandemic. I personally was locked down in the UK from April through to August before I could…
IFE GCC UAE Branch Update July 2020
Our last IFE Branch update went to press just as the current COVID-19 situation took a turn for the worst. At that time we were celebrating the new decade being kicked-off in the Middle East with a very successful Intersec…
IFE GCC UAE Branch Update January 2020
As the year end approaches we look forward with great excitement to 2020. Since the 2014 announcement that the UAE had been successful with the bid for the Expo 2020 the preparation for the event has been unprecedented. We also…
IFE GCC UAE Branch Update July 2019
At the time of writing the Holy month of Ramadan has come to an end and the region is celebrating Eid al-Fitr also called the “Festival of Breaking the Fast”. The Moon Sighting Committee of the Ministry of Awqaf and…
IFE GCC UAE Branch Update April 2019
The first quarter of 2019 is flying past and the local business sentiment remains challenging but significant projects are materializing. To put things into perspective 2018 was the worst year for construction project awards since 2004. In recent years we…
IFE GCC UAE Branch Update January 2019
At the time of writing the end of 2018 is fast approaching and we look forward to 2019 and new opportunities awaiting us. The current business climate in the Middle East, particularly in the UAE, remains challenging. The branch license…
IFE GCC UAE Branch Update September 2018
s the summer months come to a close in the Middle East and we look forward to the cooler climate of the winter period, it is a time to focus implementing and updating our branch business plan. There are several…
IFE GCC UAE branch update
At the time of writing we are approaching the end of the Holy Month of Ramadan in the Middle East and will be shortly moving into the holiday period of Eid al-Fitr. As many will know Ramadan is the ninth…
It’s time to prioritise cross-learning and collaboration
Hayley Burgess, International President of the Institution of Fire Engineers, provides an insightful update on the current state of fire safety in the UK, emphasising the industry’s ongoing commitment to accountability within the industry. New incidents and reports have been…