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The largest UK fire and rescue service convoy is set to deliver more than 15,000 pieces of life-saving firefighting equipment to Ukrainian firefighters. Donated by UK fire and rescue services, working with FIRE AID, the eighth convoy - including 26 donated fire engines - will make its way across Europe next month (April). This eighth convoy adds to the 119 vehicles that have been donated, alongside 200,000 pieces of equipment since the invasion began. Full-scale invasion in 2022 The war...

Bosch Building Technologies has launched the AVENAR IO (input/output) module 4000 series, a new range of interface modules designed to elevate the efficiency and adaptability of fire safety systems.  The launch debuts with the FLM-430-I2M1, a smart interface module engineered to enhance connectivity and control across multiple applications. It is fully compatible with the AVENAR fire detector 4000 series. Role of Interface Modules Interface modules are important parts that connect fire a...

Britannia Fire, a pioneer in the manufacture of composite fire extinguishers, has invested more than £1m in the refurbishment of its factory in Norfolk, UK. The investment comes in direct response to growing demand for its groundbreaking P50 range of fire extinguishers which are both cost-effective and environmentally-friendly. Installation of new machinery The refurbishment has involved a total reconfiguration of the factory layout The company has produced fire extinguishers from its...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation business, proudly announces Reliant Fire Apparatus as the recipient of the 2024 Pierce Dealer of the Year Award. This prestigious honor reflects Reliant Fire Apparatus’ exceptional performance in apparatus and aftermarket sales, utilization of Pierce programs, and overall business leadership. The award was presented at Pierce’s annual sales conference, marking a significant milestone for Reliant as it celebrates 30 years in business....

Charterhouse Capital Partners, one of the longest-established private equity firms operating in Europe, announces that it has agreed to acquire ESTYA, formerly ERIS. Charterhouse will invest in partnership with ESTYA’s management, who are reinvesting in the company, and alongside Chequers Capital, who will remain a significant shareholder following an initial investment in 2021. The transaction is subject to customary regulatory approval. Electronic safety and security systems ESTYA is...

For shipowners across the globe, safety is first. But in a world where one must maximize efficiency - even when it comes to safety - many successful operators are turning to trust safety management with a single expert partner. When they look at maritime safety, what do they see? Liferafts, lifeboats, immersion suits, and firefighting systems? Service and training? Compliance with rules and regulations? It can be complex for sure, but it doesn’t have to be! Maritime firefighting equipmen...

As the potential last line of defense in critical situations at sea, personal protective equipment must be maintained to the highest of standards, with any damage recorded and flagged for repair. RFID track-and-trace technology is a game-changing PPE condition and service solution. Before leaving the manufacturing plant, all VIKING PPE is fitted with a durable radio-frequency identification (RFID) device that allows for monitoring of its servicing st...

Established in Hamburg in 1886, Dr. Sthamer is well-known across the marine industry for its high-quality concentrates, which meet requirements under IMO1312 for Deck Foam Systems and IMO670 for High Expansion Inside Air Foam systems for Engine Rooms and Machinery spaces. A strong investor in R&D, Dr. Sthamer’s environmentally responsible products also include next-generation high stability 1% Fluorine Free Foams. New Global Partnership Agreement Foams will be offered under a five-y...

Liferaft servicing is a critical aspect of maritime safety, ensuring these essential life-saving devices are always ready for use. With decades of expertise, VIKING is a trusted pioneer in liferaft maintenance, offering comprehensive solutions through a global network of over 280 certified service stations in key shipping hubs and offshore locations. Skilled technicians ensure high-quality servicing under strict safety standards, with the process covering three key steps: Documentation, Service...

In celebration of 100 years of the IFE and continuing to build on previous event successes, the South Wales IFE Branch organized a CPD event on 19th July 2018 at South Wales Fire and Rescue Service Headquarters. The event, which focused on Fire Compartmentation, attracted over 100 delegates and was supported by Firerite UK, a Fire Protection Company based in South Wales. The presentations were developed to focus on key elements of Compartmentation. How firestop products are tested Fire-Rite U...

Hannay Reels will be showcasing various high-quality reels for fire applications at the FDIC show that is taking place in April. They will be in booth 4069 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, Indiana. This event will provide valuable insights into what Hannay Reels offers to the firefighting and rescue industry. Benefits and customizations Customers have the option to customize the reel to fit perfectly into the tight spaces Hannay will be featuring several different reel serie...

Since 1999, FireRite has been pioneering the fire protection industry in Wales and the UK, alongside their experienced team of 28, providing fire safety assessments, strategies, audits and training to thousands of clients across the regions both in the public and private sector. FireRite has four key values; passion, care, integrity, and expertise. FireRite wanted a rebrand that repositioned these values first and foremost and reflected them. Values and professional services While the company...

A fire breaking out in the place of work or home can be one of the most devastating events imaginable. Getting a fire risk assessment could mean the difference for their employees and business. A fire risk assessment is a snapshot of the premises in terms of compliance with current fire safety legislation and the risk to life safety. It is an organised and methodical examination of a defined premises which takes into account the activities carried on, or planned to be carried out on site and th...

Firerite is proud to support this year’s Fire Door Safety Week (24th September – 30th September) – a campaign that raises awareness about the critical role of fire doors, drawing attention to specific issues such as poor installation and maintenance. It also encourages building owners and users to check the operation and condition of their fire doors; and understand the legal commitments they have. Fire doors are a crucial part of the passive fire protection of every...

The devastating fire damage caused to the cathedral of Notre Dame earlier this week provided a dramatic visual illustration of the effect that a fire may have on a heritage building. Although it is too early to speculate on the cause of the fire at Notre Dame, it can be seen as an appropriate moment for the Fire Sector internationally to reflect on the management of heritage buildings in relation to fire risk management. How vulnerable these buildings can be is crucial Heritage buildings can...

The surge in demand for Category 3 Control fire performance cables used in critical situations can only help to meet safety compliance requirements, says pioneering cable supplier AEI Cables. The systems powered by these cables – including smoke and heat extraction systems – assist fire services in firefighting and a safe evacuation in the case of life safety. Selection and installation of cables AEI Cables has been highlighting the importance of following the technical guidance f...

Allegion UK, alongside its family of pioneering door hardware brands, is set to present a complete fire door solution at The Fire Safety Event, taking place between the 8th and 10th April at the NEC, Birmingham. With a focus on keeping people safe where they live, learn, work and connect, Allegion’s team of experts will be on hand with specification, installation and maintenance advice at this year’s event, and will showcase a flagship range of fire door solutions, including archite...

Telguard, a pioneer in security and life safety technologies, is pleased to bring to market the latest addition to its multi-carrier family of products. The new TG-7FEM multi-carrier 5G LTE-M and Internet commercial fire communicator offers the best in alarm communications. Telguard’s recent introduction The Internet can be set as the primary path, backup to cellular, or disabled Like Telguard’s most recent introduction, the TG-7FM, the TG-7FEM harnesses groundbreaking multi-carr...

At the LogiMAT in Stuttgart from 11th to 13th March, WAGNER will be presenting innovative fire protection technologies and individual solutions for deep-freeze warehouses, high-bay warehouses and compact storage systems in Hall 7, Stand 7C13. A key highlight is the latest advancements in the field of active fire protection with OxyReduct®. Active fire prevention is based on the principle of oxygen reduction: the OxyReduct® system generates nitrogen directly from the ambient air and dire...

The FIA is proud to announce the Passive & Active Fire Conference 2025, a landmark event bringing together fire safety professionals, regulators, and industry experts. This is the first-ever collaboration between the FIA, the Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP), and the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE), making it an essential gathering for those dedicated to improving fire protection standards. Active and passive fire protection Taking place on Tuesday, 25th March 20...

The Fire Industry Association (FIA) has been announced as a finalist for the Outstanding Organization award at the prestigious Fire Resilience Excellence Awards 2025, which will take place on 8th April 2025. This nomination recognizes the FIA’s commitment to improving fire safety standards across the UK and beyond. As the pioneering fire protection trade association, the FIA has continuously worked to enhance industry competence through technical guidance, training, research, and active e...

The UK Government has released Regulatory Position Statement (RPS) 221, outlining the rules for using waste fire extinguishers for training purposes. This guidance provides clarity on the conditions under which waste extinguishers can be used, placing limits on storage quantities and prohibiting the use of certain types of firefighting foam. Key Points of RPS 221 Controlled Use of Waste Fire Extinguishers – Organizations can use waste fire extinguishers for training purposes, but only...

Lithium-ion batteries are at the heart of modern technology, powering everything from mobile devices to electric vehicles. However, they come with a significant fire risk. The newly released Collaborative Reporting for Safer Structures (CROSS) paper delves into the fire safety concerns associated with these batteries, shedding light on the phenomenon known as thermal runaway. This self-sustaining reaction can trigger large-scale fires or even explosions, often set off by overcharging, short cir...

The FIA CEO has responded to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s announcement that responsibility for fire safety will move from the Home Office to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. Ian Moore (CEO of the FIA) said that this decision (that many of us have known was coming for some time) is common sense and he is glad to see that the Government is finally listening (after many years) to feedback from the fire industry. WMS 8-Machinery of Government Organizati...

Having a healthy and engaged workforce creates a successful, high-performing fire or EMS department. To help departments better support their members, the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) has released an updated, online version of the Psychologically Healthy Fire Departments: Implementation Toolkit.  A Psychologically Healthy Fire Department focuses on the well-being of its members to increase satisfaction, enhance retention and recruitment, and improve overall performance and succes...

It would be difficult to find someone with more energy, enthusiasm, and warmth than Scott Finco. A born-and-raised Wisconsinite, Scott is the kind of guy who makes everyone feel like an old friend within minutes of meeting him. Equal parts charismatic storyteller and level-headed problem solver, he is as quick with a laugh as he is with a life-saving solution. And for more than three decades, he has poured that boundless energy into protecting others, earning him the title of 2024 Whelen Everyd...

VIKING Life-Saving Equipment has signed a strategic agreement with HeliService USA, ensuring that the helicopter service provider has a single and continuous source of fully certified personal protective equipment to uphold offshore wind industry safety standards along the U.S. East Coast. Building on enduring relations between the companies, the agreement includes personal protective equipment (PPE) for the aircrews and service technicians who support turbine installation and maintenance. VIK...

VIKING Life-Saving Equipment, a pioneer in maritime safety solutions, has secured a new order for 11 ambulance boats from the Hellenic Coastguard, expanding the coverage provided by VIKING Norsafe vessels to support emergency services for Greek island communities. The new VIKING Norsafe Munin S-1200 ambulance boats will be used to support emergency services and auxiliary healthcare in remote areas, including the islands of Thassos, Psara, Agios Efstratios, Fournoi, Kea, Lipsi, Kasos, North Evia...

VIKING Life-Saving Equipment A/S is pleased to announce that its newly appointed CEO, Henrik Helsinghof, will start on 1 May 2024 – one month earlier than previously stated. This positive news will allow VIKING to accelerate its dynamic leadership transition as it looks to build on two years of recording breaking results. VIKING’s recent success Henrik Helsinghof began his career at VIKING in 2006 and remained with the company “I’m extremely pleased to be starting bac...

VIKING has appointed Mira Nielsen as the new CFO, effective from 4 March. This follows a thorough recruitment process that began in the autumn and was completed before Christmas when then-CEO Henrik Uhd Christensen and Mira Nielsen reached an agreement. With Mira Nielsen, VIKING adds a financial profile with extensive international experience. She has worked in several large companies in Europe and the USA, including as VP of Finance Management Support and part of the General Management Team in...