The silver jubilee edition of Intersec 2024 will be the largest ever, with increased support from key UAE Government bodies

 Exhibitor numbers will be 20% higher than 2023, reinforcing the importance of safety, security and fire safety technology in the MENA region

 Event features will place innovation and digital security under the spotlight

 Dubai, UAE: The organiser of Intersec 2024, the world’s leading trade fair for safety, security, and fire protection, is preparing to host the largest edition in the show’s 25-year history. Taking place from 16-18 January 2024 at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), under the theme of ‘Innovating security tech for a quarter century’, the exhibition is expecting a remarkable 20 per cent year-on-year increase in international exhibitor participation, and more than 45,000 trade visitors from around the world travelling to attend the event.

Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor Bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the silver jubilee edition of Intersec will host 1,000 exhibitors from more than 60 nations, with around a quarter of these appearing for the first time. Occupying 13 halls at DWTC, the exhibition signifies a 20 per cent growth compared to 2023, reaffirming its status as a critical networking hub for global security, safety, and fire protection industries. Uniting buyers, sellers, and decision makers, Intersec provides a dynamic nexus for networking, deal-making, and the global unveiling of cutting-edge technology and innovations in Dubai.

In particular, every element of Intersec is affiliated with the relevant UAE government entities, demonstrating the commitment of the UAE Government to these important industries. Dubai Police and the Security Industry Regulatory Authority (SIRA) are affiliated with the security sector; Dubai Civil Defence with the Fire & Rescue element of Intersec; while Dubai Municipality supports the safety sector and the Cyber Security Council and Dubai Electronic Security Center (DESC) underscore the importance of the cyber sector.

This year, innovation and digital security will take centre stage at Intersec 2024 as security and safety professionals from around the world look to collaborate, innovate and actively seek new technologies to meet the industry’s rapidly changing needs.

Alex Nicholl, Group Commercial Director at Intersec organiser Messe Frankfurt Middle East, said: “With two months to the largest edition of Intersec, we look forward to providing a platform for bringing the leading industry players together for three days of discovery, networking, knowledge sharing and most of all, driving the industry forward.”

In addition to exhibitor showcases, Intersec 2024 will continue to set the stage for a safer and more secure world with the return of its high-impact conference programmes, including the exclusive Security Leaders’ Summit (ISLS) exploring trends in sustainable security and geopolitical risk intelligence, the Cyber Security Conference, hosted by the UAE Cybersecurity Council, delving into metaverse security and Zero Trust Architecture, and the Safety & Health Conference emphasising workplace safety and well-being.

Meanwhile, the Fire & Rescue Conference, hosted by Dubai Civil Defence, will discuss strategies and best practices across topics such as emergency response planning, fire safety and compliance and community engagement. At the same time, the Thought Leadership Pavilion, hosted by the Access Control Executive Brief, will address a range of topics across a central theme of the future of the access control and smart lock industry.

“These conferences and workshops serve as the intellectual heartbeat of Intersec, providing a platform where pressing issues are dissected, innovative solutions are unveiled, and the seeds of progress are sown,” added Nicholl.

The event’s diverse features encompass the Drone Threats & Counter Measures Workshop, the Emergency Crisis Management & Communication Workshop, live demonstrations in the Attack Zone, a catwalk show of industrial safety gear at the Safety Walk and the Future Defenders Hack Arena, for students and professionals. Moreover, the Intersec Awards will recognise outstanding achievements across key sectors, and The Premium Club will provide a key networking programme for industry professionals.

The 25^th edition of Intersec will encompass five broad product sections: Commercial & Perimeter Security, Homeland Security & Policing, Fire & Rescue, Safety & Health, and Cyber Security, offering tailored solutions for each industry segment under one roof.

The latest Intersec 2024 news stories are available https://intersec.ae.messefrankfurt.com/dubai/en/press.html.

The event, one of the most important in Europe for the sector, is just around the corner. SICUREZZA will take place at Fiera Milano, Rho, from 15 to 17 November.

 With less than two months to go before its inauguration, SICUREZZA 2023, the biennial international exhibition dedicated to security & fire solutions, unveils its program providing a preview of the topics and protagonists of an edition that promises to be a major opportunity to understand the market trends and to evaluate the most innovative solutions for protecting people, goods, and cities.

In a panorama of great changes, three are the keywords for this project: digitisation, integration and professionalism, all topics around which will revolve many novelties featured at the fair, both in terms of product offerings and conference workshops now involving every sectors.

Three days to discover the most innovative solutions, meet the brand leaders and discuss about the market trends and upcoming scenarios.

All the information about the event, the ticket office and the list of participating companies are already available online at https://expoplaza-sicurezza.fieramilano.it/en?_locale=it

TRENDS AND HIGHLIGHTS

Digitisation is driving the security sector towards a profound transformation. Just think of smart cameras, integrated home automation solutions, intrusion or fire alarm systems manageable by APP, the use of IOT and artificial intelligence, predictive or remote maintenance. These novelties also change the role of security managers, installers, and system integrators who are now called upon to develop an increasingly wide-ranging set of technical skills, including advanced IT training and specific regulatory knowledge.

SICUREZZA 2023, as always, will gather all these aspects completely and thoroughly, outlining in its space – physical and conceptual – the most up-to-date trends.

The products on display will be key: the number of participating companies has grown compared to the last edition, thanks also to new entries and the return of major brands.

Therefore, this will be a particularly interesting and highly representative edition for every sector, and this will make it possible to analyse the current scenarios, take stock of future ones and review the best technologies available today for the various fields of application.

MIBA’S HOLISTIC APPROACH

Something entirely new in this edition is the fact that SICUREZZA will be part of MIBA-Milan International Building Alliance, a strategic alliance that brings together four events linked by a single element: the evolution of buildings and cities. Together with SICUREZZA there will be the GEE – Global Elevator Exhibition, dedicated to horizontal and vertical mobility, the SMART BUILDING EXPO, Italy’s event for home and building automation and technological integration, and ME-MADE Expo, Italy’s leading international event for innovative and sustainable solutions for buildings and envelopes (which will last an extra day as usual, until 18 November).

MIBA was born from an assumption: the role of the building is changing and with it the construction industry. In fact, a building is no longer a simple container, but a service provider; a premise that calls for ever closer collaboration of the various sectors involved in design, material selection, mobility, system installation and security systems, with the shared objective of creating comfortable, safe, welcoming and sustainable environments.

In this context, MIBA’s cross-sector offer to provide a holistic and comprehensive view of the latest trends in the various sectors, at a time when achieving the goals of innovation and sustainability requires convergence and cooperation between professionals and related markets.

On the other hand, the advantage is also practical; visitors can access four trade fairs simultaneously in one location.

NEW TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES:

THE PARTNER OFFER, MIBA AND THE CYBERSECURITY ARENA

Another majoy highlight of SICUREZZA 2023 will be, as always, its training schedule that thanks to the collaboration with publishers, associations and international stakeholders, will make it possible to take stock of market scenarios, regulations, certification and new professional skills.

An opportunity for professional growth amplified, this year, by all the MIBA fairs that visitors can choose to attend according to their interests.

Grouped into three thematic sections – innovation, sustainability, and regulations – the global conference schedule will offer unique training opportunities for professionals, sometimes even offering training credits.

The Cyber Security Arena is back too. In a market of customised, integrated and interconnected solutions, the arena offers a broad overview of the challenges in digital security and data protection through in-depth meetings and practical sessions. The Arena will host Cyber Security Talks, in-depth discussions with industry experts on current and future scenarios, and Cyber Security Tips, a pragmatic half-hour format, aimed at providing practical information on risk analysis tools, main trends in cyber attacks and cyber-awareness.

At a particularly favourable time for the sector, the event is getting ready for its fourth edition with plenty of special areas and training events

Milan, 19 September 2023. For a supply chain with enormous potential, an exhibition capable of supporting and training professionals in the sector: SMART BUILDING EXPO, the home and building automation and technological integration event organised by Fiera Milano and Pentastudio, looks forward with optimism to its fourth edition, scheduled to take place at Fiera Milano (Rho) from 15 to 17 November 2023, ready to offer to trade operators not only a rich exhibition programme, but also many valuable opportunities for training and getting up to date on an evolving sector.

The figures speak for themselves: the Italian Smart Building market is worth 130 billion euros. Every 100 euros directly invested in the sector a further 187 euros cascade takes place, with an exponential effect on the economy. This means that today Smart Building generates 39 billion added value. In terms of employment, too, the effects are many: for every 100 jobs, the Intelligent Building sector triggers 178 jobs for a total of 278 full-time employees (Source: European House Ambrosetti, 2023).

In this context, professionals cannot lag behind. This is why SMART BUILDING EXPO is preparing for an even more representative edition, given the number of participating brands, with a schedule of events and initiatives designed to provide space for professional training at every level.

THE 2023 EDITION

SBE’s proposal can be summarised by two keywords: innovation and integration. Thanks to a growing offer (30% more companies compared to the last edition), the event will showcase products, solutions, and technologies that today enable buildings and cities to evolve into a smart approach, transforming themselves from simple spaces into service providers – from health to education, entertainment, and mobility – offering a very important return in terms of energy efficiency, safety, comfort and sustainability.

SMART BUILDING EXPO 2023 will see the debut of four Innovation Squares created with the support of associations and publishing companies to provide a vertical insight into markets revolving around the evolution of building and smart cities:

Renewable Energy Area

Entrusted to the care of the prestigious publication Rinnovabili.it, the Renewable Area will address some of the hottest topics of the energy transition, from the role of artificial intelligence to that of Renewable Energy Communities in the national decarbonisation process, and finally to the use of low-enthalpy geothermal energy.

Home and Building Automation Area

Entrusted to the care of the Smart Buildings Alliance Italia, the federation that promote the intelligent buildings sector within the Digital City, the Home & Building Automation Area will offer a cross-section of the hottest themes in the sector: from network architecture to digital building infrastructure, with a presentation of the R2S (ready to service) protocol, from edge computing at the service of the building to the concept of digital energy.

 System Integration Area

Entrusted to the care of the AIBACS (Italian Association of Building Automation and Control Systems), the System Integration Area will focus on the key issues related to the use of BMS and BACS systems for the integration of the main building systems, presenting a cross-section of the main protocols in use and the professional skills that are essential to ensure the optimal operation of a smart building.

AV Playground Area

Managed by the magazine Connessioni, the contents of the area dedicated to the world of professional audio-video wants to establish contact between technology and application manufacturers and the so-called end users, meaning the vast range of areas where the use of professional audio-video systems represents an increasingly important resource.

 PROFESSIONAL TRAINING: THE ADDED VALUE

SMART BUILDING EXPO 2023, through a programme of training events that will take place over the three days of the exhibition, will provide a comprehensive insight into the complexity of the sector.

Flagship of the programme is the third edition of the Milano Smart City Conference that will take stock of the innovation of Italian cities in a smart key and the contribution of technologies in this process. The event doubles this year: a first technical session will take place on 14 November at the Milan headquarters of ASSIMPREDIL-ANCE, while the second session will be held on 15 November afternoon, the opening day of SBE.

SBE will also discuss Energy Communities, thanks to the collaboration with the Italian Council of Industrial Engineers, which will offer a workshop entirely dedicated to a topic that is revolutionising the face of cities.

Unimpresa Impianti, instead, will offer an in-depth look at the NRRP and subsidised finance measures, while a reflection on the ongoing energy revolution will be carried out by Rinnovabili.IT and ANIE Rinnovabili.

Finally, ALA Assoarchitetti will discuss the relationship between new technologies and architecture with a focus on Building 4.0.

MIBA, A SYNERGY BETWEEN RELATED MARKETS

With the goal of boosting business opportunities for exhibitors and visitors, SBE 2023 will be part of MIBA – Milan International Building Alliance, that will bring together four events in a single occasion: GEE – Global Elevator Exhibition, the new event dedicated to horizontal and vertical mobility, SICUREZZA, the exhibition of reference in Italy and among the first in Europe dedicated to security & fire, ME-MADE expo, the leading international event in Italy for innovative and sustainable solutions for the construction industry and, of course, SMART BUILDING EXPO.

The synergy between these events, which are the expression of various markets called to interact and work together for the creation of efficient buildings, offers the parties operating in this industry the opportunity to discover what the most qualified companies have to offer thanks to an expo that will spread across 8 halls. Visitors to SBE will have the opportunity, with a single ticket, to visit the other 4 events and participate in the various training events of interest at each of the other expos taking place simultaneously.

ISAF Security Exhibition is undergoing a transformative evolution to encompass a wider spectrum of the Security Sector. Driven by the evolving needs of the industry and exhibitor preferences, this annual event, renowned for its adaptability, is expanding its product focus. In addition to its traditional electronic systems, ISAF is incorporating a diverse array of software products. This strategic pivot aims to cater to a broader audience while aligning with the ever-changing dynamics of the industry.

Scheduled to take place from September 14 to 17, 2022, at the Istanbul Expo Center, ISAF International is set to be a paramount event in the security calendar. To streamline the visitor experience, online registration is available, enabling attendees to bypass queues. The email confirmation received upon registration will serve as a virtual ticket, ensuring swift entry to the exhibition. Anticipated as a convergence of electronic systems, software innovations, and industry experts, the upcoming ISAF exhibition is poised to make a lasting impact on the security landscape.

For inquiries and further details, please visit the official ISAF International website. https://www.isaffuari.com/en/isaf-security/

SICUREZZA 2023, one of the leading Italian event for security&fire in Europe, will return at Fiera Milano from 15 to 17 November 2023.

With a wide representative proposal of the market, which will include leading national and international brands of all sectors – CCTV, Intrusion Detection, Fire Prevention, Access Control, Passive Security, CyberSecurity –  SICUREZZA confirms itself as a key appointment for business development, networking and professional training.

One of the key themes of this edition will be digitalisation, a cross-sector trend. Digital technology has revolutionised the security sector over the years – from video surveillance to burglar alarms – and today it involves every product area, including fire protection.

The development of digital technologies has led to a demand for customised and integrated solutions. Security systems are becoming increasingly interconnected, allowing centralised and remote management.

Moreover, digital solutions are very valuable sources of data, which can be analysed at different levels to provide useful information that can improve the management of processes, buildings and cities. Data management and protection, together with the control of critical infrastructures, have become key elements in ensuring a safe and functional urban environment. For this reason, security is becoming increasingly important as an enabling factor in the development of smart cities.

This evolving scenario dominated by those increasingly invisible, hybrid, interconnected and integrated security technology architectures that require even more specialised job figures, able to understand the context and the tools and who have cross skills, from digital to regulatory.

Today’s context requires constant updating and, for this reason, SICUREZZA is also a training event, with conferences and workshops, to offer insights into the new skills required in the sector. For this reason, like every edition, the training programme will be rich, providing a unique opportunity to learn about the most advanced solutions, to discover new skills and expertise, and to keep abreast of trends, regulations and scenarios.

MIBA: THAT EXTRA OPPORTUNITY

With the goal of boosting business opportunities for exhibitors and visitors, SICUREZZA will be part of MIBA – Milan International Building Alliance, and it will be held in conjunction with GEE – Global Elevator Exhibition, the new appointment dedicated to horizontal and vertical mobility, ME-MADE expo, Italy’s leading event for the world of architecture and construction, and SMART BUILDING EXPO the home and building automation and technological integration event.

The synergy between these 4 events, which are the expression of the various markets that are called to interact and work together for the creation of efficient buildings, is the format through which the players of this industry will be able to discover the proposals of the most qualified companies.

The four international appointments will introduce the best of the evolution and innovation that is taking place in the building industry in its broadest dimension.

Do you want to discover more?

SICUREZZA online Catalogue, Ticketing and all info about the training program are available on www.sicurezza.it

Digitisation and new technologies turn the spotlight on IT and data protection. SICUREZZA 2023, which will be held from 15 to 17 November 2023 at Fiera Milano, will delve into these issues through the Cyber Security Arena and its training programme with the goal of establishing a digital security culture.’

Milan, 05 July 2023. The evolution of the digital systems had a significant impact on the security world, leading to a radical transformation of said systems and practices – a process that has introduced new challenges but also great opportunities for security professionals.

People no longer limit themselves to search for individual products, but look for more and more articulated and customised solutions according to the needs of the customer or the context. These are complex, integrated and interconnected new architectures that require careful management and design.

Thus, constant skill and information updating is essential, both to ensure the proper operation of the installed products and to maximise their potential for use, protecting the professionals involved, who are given increasing regulatory responsibility for these systems.

For this reason, SICUREZZA, one of the leading European trade events and scheduled to take place at Fiera Milano (Rho) from 15 to 17 November 2023, has also chosen to give value and space to training in this edition. To expand the exhibition programme, which will feature many leading companies in the sector, there will be an extensive conference and workshop programme open to industry professionals. The highlights of the programme include the well-established Cyber Security Arena, the training and information programme dedicated to digital security and built around the needs of manufacturers, security managers and installers.

THE CYBER SECURITY ARENA 2023 TAKES SHAPE

The challenge that all sectors are facing, along with digitisation, is that of cyber security. Cyber-attacks are increasingly common today, putting personal data, business processes and business assets at risk, and 43% of business leaders believe they are likely to fall victim to a cyber-attack in the next two years. That is why it is necessary to work to defend against such threats.

Moreover, even the Italian NNRP has recognised the importance of this topic, establishing significant investments to enhance skills and research in terms of digital security. It is no coincidence that, as the WEF Global CyberSecurity Outlook 2023 confirms, corporate choices in the next two years will be increasingly influenced by topics such as artificial intelligence and machine learning (20 per cent), cloud technology (19 per cent) and new user identity and access management systems (15 per cent).

This scenario calls for prompt action, yet security managers, CISOs, and top management often continue to speak different languages.

For this reason, SICUREZZA 2023 is once again offering the Cyber Security Arena, a project by Business International, the events and education unit of Fiera Milano, created to provide a broad vision of the upcoming Cyber Security and Data Protection scenarios.

Following a well-established format, the Arena will host alternating Cyber Security Talks, in-depth meetings with sector experts who will offer their views on the main trends in the industry, and Cyber Security Tips, short training sessions with suggestions and good practices of immediate application.

Four talks are scheduled over the three days of the fair.

The first day will focus on the convergence and integration of information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT), an increasingly relevant aspect especially for industrial processes and the manufacturing sector. The evolution of systems in this direction brings considerable opportunities and at the same time security risks.

On the second day, in the morning, the international geopolitical situation will be presented together with cyber attack scenarios. We will discuss this with the institutional representatives of the Italian Ministry of Defence and the ACN-National Authority for Cybersecurity and Copasir, key experts in geopolitics and cyber security, and the C-levels of the main companies representing Italy’s critical infrastructures. In the afternoon, leading experts will discuss the business impact of the “emerging technologies” such as AI that are revolutionising the way we live and work, offering insights into the tools offered by Cyber Threat Intelligence.

On the third day in the morning, the topic of Cyber Security Compliance will be addressed. In the face of an evolving regulatory framework, with its associated requirements, it is necessary to know how to adapt. The event will feature contributions from leading legal experts in the field who will present and advise participants on how to align procedures and any supporting technologies to make their organisations truly compliant. The afternoon will be dedicated to Cyber Awareness, meaning the creation of a system to develop personal and professional skills among corporate personnel so that they are able to prevent possible critical situations.

The tips will offer practical and easy-to-apply information on key cyber risk analysis tools, the main trends in cyber attacks, and the risks and damage that ineffective cybersecurity management can cause in the smart city and smart building ecosystem.

An intense programme designed and thought out for a market that is experiencing a veritable digital revolution: the culture of security is created also through the implementation of training initiatives aimed, on the one hand, at raising end-user awareness and, on the other hand, at creating highly professional specialised skills to enhance the value of our young talents and to increase, extend or evolve skills by reskilling certain types of senior professionals.

The online ticketing is available on https://www.sicurezza.it/en, a lot of very important brands will be there to present their novelties and a reach training program will offer an important opportunity of professional updating: SICUREZZA 2023 is ready to confirm itself as a primary reference point for security and fire professionals.

Scheduled to take place at Fiera Milano from November 15 to 17 2023 and supported by industry stakeholders, the event already counts more than 250 registered companies from 20 different countries and over 80% of the trade show area already occupied. The confirmed brands also include important returns and several new entries, accounting for 30% of the attendance. Thus, all sectors of the market are represented, confirming SICUREZZA as a key event for business development, networking and professional training.

The international top buyer recruitment project has also gotten off to a flying start, with membership from 25 countries and especially a strengthened presence from Eastern Europe, the Mediterranean Basin, the Middle East and North and South Africa.

Digitalisation, integrated and customised intelligent systems will be the central focus of the entire event, to provide professionals and realities from across the industry the opportunity to speak and at the same time connect: CCTV, Intrusion Detection, Fire Prevention, Access Control, Passive Security, CyberSecurity.

Like every edition, the training programme will be rich, providing a unique opportunity to learn about the most advanced solutions, to discover new skills and expertise, and to keep abreast of trends, regulations and scenarios.

SICUREZZA 2023 will be  part of MIBA, Milan International Building Alliance, the event that will bring together four events: GEE – Global Elevator Exhibition, entirely dedicated to horizontal and vertical mobility, ME-MADE expo, Italy’s leading event for the world of construction, SMART BUILDING EXPO, home and building automation and technological integration event and SICUREZZA, Italy’s leading trade fair event and one of the first in Europe dedicated to security & fire. The common denominator for the global trade show includes solutions, materials and technologies proposed by fundamental sectors for the design, construction and redevelopment of buildings through innovation, energy efficiency and sustainability.