01 November 2024

The Intersec Awards 2025 are set to return for a fourth consecutive year, where they will be celebrating excellence in security, safety and fire prevention, recognising the individuals, teams and organisations setting new standards of excellence in these critical industries. 

A total of 1,412 entries were received across a diverse range of 15 awards under three categories: Fire and Safety, Security, and Industry. Popular awards included the Excellence in Fire Safety, Outstanding Safety Solutions and Outstanding Commercial Security Solutions, receiving unprecedented applications with 196, 156 and 131 entries, respectively.

For the upcoming awards, three new categories have been added, including the Excellence in Testing, Evaluation, and Certification Award, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) of the Year, and Consulting Leadership in Fire Safety, Security, and Cybersecurity Award.

Grant Tuchten, Portfolio Director at Messe Frankfurt Middle East, said: “The Intersec Awards 2025 features a broad range of categories, truly reflecting the diversity and scope of the industry. This year, we are offering even more opportunities for businesses to showcase their innovative services and solutions across multiple sectors, including cutting-edge advancements in cyber security, fire protection, and perimeter security. The awards highlight the outstanding contributions and achievements that drive the security, safety and fire protection landscape forward.”

Intersec 2025 returns to the Dubai World Trade Centre from January 14 to 16. The event is set to be the largest edition in its history, with over 1,200 exhibitors from 60 countries and more than 52,000 expected visitors.

Winners will be announced at the Intersec Gala Dinner on January 15.

Meanwhile, a record 23,625 industry professionals attended the sixth edition of Intersec Saudi Arabia, the kingdom’s leading trade fair for safety, security and fire protection, which concluded on October 3.

Held under the theme, Securing Progress, Igniting Safety: Unveiling tomorrow’s solutions for Saudi Arabia, a total of 310 exhibitors were on show at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Centre (RICEC), covering the full spectrum of the industry. As a result of increased demand, exhibition space increased by 34 per cent, and a dedicated outdoor area was also utilised.

A total of five halls hosted exhibitors, covering commercial, perimeter, homeland, cybersecurity, and fire health and safety. Hall 5, named Intersec Saudi Arabia Infinity, featured security, safety and fire exhibitors.

Intersec Saudi Arabia is organised by 1st Arabia and licensed by Messe Frankfurt. The event will take place from September 30 to October 2, 2025. 

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