Intersec 2026 Opens In Dubai As A Global Security And Safety Exhibition

Intersec 2026, described as the world’s leading security, safety and fire protection exhibition, opened at the Dubai World Trade Centre under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Ports and Borders Security Council, with organisers expecting more than 50,000 visitors before the event closes on 14 January.

The 27th edition gathers over 1,200 exhibitors from more than 60 countries and features a dense programme of conferences and technical sessions, with more than 250 experts and speakers addressing current trends in homeland security, cybersecurity, commercial protection, fire and rescue, and health and safety across a show area of about 65,000 square metres.

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Held at Dubai World Trade Centre, Intersec 2026 occupies approximately 65,000 square metres and showcases products, services and strategies from national, regional and international participants, with companies and government bodies presenting integrated approaches that address physical and digital risks across five core sectors, including Homeland Security and Policing, Cybersecurity, Commercial and Perimeter Security, Fire and Rescue, and Health and Safety.

H.H. Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum said that the organisation of Intersec reflects Dubai’s status as a leading global hub for the development of advanced security and safety systems, providing a specialised platform that brings together government and private sector entities, decision-makers and global experts to showcase the latest technologies and solutions in this vital sector.

During the official opening, H.H. Sheikh Mansoor highlighted the event’s global relevance, stating: "Intersec has become one of the world’s leading platforms dedicated to security and safety, and the scale of international participation reflects the growing confidence in Dubai’s ability to host major global events that help shape the future of key sectors through an environment that supports innovation and knowledge exchange.

He added, "The rapid advancement of security, safety and emergency response technologies requires innovation to be closely aligned with institutional readiness and real-world application. Dubai is committed to reinforcing this approach by organising exhibitions that bring together global expertise, helping to strengthen community security and enhance the efficiency of safety systems in line with the highest international standards."

Intersec 2026 technology showcases and company participation

Following the inauguration, H.H. Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed toured several national and international stands, reviewing advanced security and safety solutions on display, including technologies presented by Transguard, LINEV Systems, the Security Industry Regulatory Agency (SIRA) and Axis Communications, where teams outlined new initiatives and regulatory systems aimed at supporting structured growth within the wider security sector.

The tour continued to additional pavilions, including Motorola Solutions, Keniventi (Robert Bosch), UXE, WEFLO, Lichfield Fire and Safety, Bristol Fire Engineering and NAFFCO, with H.H. Sheikh Mansoor examining systems designed for enhanced emergency response, fire suppression, communications, monitoring and integrated safety management, reflecting the event’s focus on combining practical tools with policy frameworks.

At the pavilion of the General Command of Dubai Civil Defense, H.H. Sheikh Mansoor received briefings on several new and upgraded platforms, including aerial, robotic and ground-based systems intended for use in high-risk and hard-to-access environments, highlighting Dubai Civil Defense’s adoption of advanced technologies to improve operational readiness and decision-making across diverse incident types.

Senior Dubai officials accompanied H.H. Sheikh Mansoor during the visit, including Lieutenant General Rashid Thani Al Matrooshi, Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Civil Defense; Dr. Abdulla Busenad, Director General of Dubai Customs; Lieutenant General Awad Hader Al Muhairi, Vice President of Dubai's State Security Department; Mishal Julfar, CEO of Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services; and Khalifa Ibrahim Al-Sleis, CEO of the Security Industry Regulatory Authority (SIRA).

The exhibition’s conference programme opened with expert-led sessions that focused on security, safety and protection themes, and will continue with the International Security Leaders’ Summit, the Fire and Rescue Conference organised by the National Fire Protection Association, the Control Room Innovation Theatre and the Innovation Forum, with the second day ending with the Intersec Awards ceremony at Conrad Dubai, where the 2026 winners will be announced.

Across its five core sectors, Intersec 2026 presents technologies, policies and integrated strategies that show how companies, public bodies and operators of critical infrastructure are addressing threats, with discussions covering homeland security and policing practices, cyber risk management, commercial and perimeter protection, fire and rescue systems, and occupational health and safety measures in different operational environments.

By combining international participation, sector-focused conferences and hands-on demonstrations of both established and emerging systems, Intersec 2026 strengthens Dubai’s position as a global meeting point for security, safety and emergency response stakeholders, while offering regional and international visitors a concentrated view of how institutions and industry participants are adapting to evolving risks and standards.

With inputs from WAM