Intersec 2025 welcomed a record number of exhibitors during the 26th edition, culminating in the largest exhibition to date

• 1,209 exhibitors representing 61 countries were showcased at the 26th edition of Intersec, a 9% increase on last year, including a 20% increase in exhibition space

• The exhibitions saw the successful launch of the Intersec Policing Conference and the CISO Business Briefing, an exclusive forum for Chief Information Security Officers to discuss emerging cybersecurity trends and strategies

• This year’s show highlighted cutting-edge technology and critical solutions in line with the theme: ‘Mapping the Future of Security, Safety, and Fire Protection

Dubai, UAE: The 26th edition of Intersec, the world’s biggest business event mapping the future of security, safety and fire protection, has showcased a record number of exhibitors, representing 61 countries, with the largest edition of the event occupying 61,000 sqm of space, a 20% year-on-year increase at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC).

The event, which was held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor Bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, and concluded last month, welcomed 47,300 visitors from 142 countries, showcasing cutting-edge technologies and critical solutions across five key sectors: Commercial & Perimeter Security, Fire & Rescue, Safety & Health, Cyber Security, and Homeland Security & Policing, in line with the show theme ‘Mapping the Future of Security, Safety, and Fire Protection.’

Wajahat Hussain, Show Manager, Messe Frankfurt Middle East, said: “The team and I are thrilled to have welcomed an unprecedented gathering of industry professionals from around the world. Intersec has once again proven to be the premier platform where global leaders, innovators, and experts converge to exchange knowledge, forge partnerships, and explore cutting-edge advancements that are shaping the future of safety, security, and fire protection.

“Surpassing previous exhibitor records is a testament to Intersec’s growing influence and its pivotal role in driving forward-thinking solutions for a safer, more secure world. This milestone underscores our commitment to fostering collaboration, showcasing pioneering technologies, and setting new benchmarks for excellence in this critically important industry.”

This year’s new additions included the successful launch of the two-day Intersec Policing Conference, where over 50 expert speakers convened. They included senior law enforcement officials from the Abu Dhabi Police, INTERPOL, the Metropolitan Police and the UAE Financial Intelligence Unit, where discussions focused on topics including policing in a digital era, proactive and productive policing, the future of road safety, strategic automation in policing, drone operations and quantum-led crime, amongst others.

In addition, the CISO Business Briefing was also launched, successfully welcoming the region’s top Chief Information Security Officers (CISO) while investigating the key trends, threats and opportunities in information security. H.E Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cybersecurity, UAE Government, provided the opening keynote address.

Another first for the exhibition was a groundbreaking partnership with Ignyte, which saw the launch of the Intersec Startup Arena, providing startups with a unique opportunity to showcase the ideas and solutions disrupting the industry to an audience of industry leaders, government representatives, and top-tier investors, paving the way for startups to achieve strategic partnerships, mentorship, and investment.

Intersec 2025 also bore witness to several MoU signings during the three-day event, including companies such as Abu Dhabi Civil Defence, Nordon, Saudi Sicli, ASIS International, Firestop Contractors International Association (FCIA), Gallagher, Sharjah Civil Defence, NAFFCO, and UXE Security Solutions.

Several industry bellwethers were recognised during the 4th annual Intersec Awards, where individuals, teams and organisations were recognised for setting new standards of excellence in critical industries. Winners on the evening included Dubai Civil Defense, NAFFCO, Dubai Municipality, Ministry of Interior, Emirates Safety Laboratory LLC, and the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA).

Intersec 2026 will take place from 12 – 14 January 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

About Intersec

Intersec in its 26th edition, is the world-leading business event for the global safety and security industry value chain. The event brought together suppliers, thought-leaders, innovators, manufacturers and buyers face to face to discuss leading-edge technology, see the very latest products and solutions across a wide range of industries and business sectors, and conduct business. The latest edition took place from 14-16 January 2025 at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) and was staged under the theme ‘The world’s number one event mapping the future in safety, security and fire protection’.

Intersec 2026 will be held from 12-14 January 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

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About Messe Frankfurt

The Messe Frankfurt Group is the world’s largest trade fair, congress and event organiser with its own exhibition grounds. With a workforce of some 2,300 people at its headquarters in Frankfurt am Main and in 28 subsidiaries, it organises events around the world. Group sales in financial year 2023 were more than € 609 million. We serve our customers’ business interests efficiently within the framework of our Fairs & Events, Locations and Services business fields. One of Messe Frankfurt’s key strengths is its powerful and closely knit global sales network, which covers around 180 countries in all regions of the world. Our comprehensive range of services – both onsite and online – ensures that customers worldwide enjoy consistently high quality and flexibility when planning, organising and running their events. We are using our digital expertise to develop new business models. The wide range of services includes renting exhibition grounds, trade fair construction and marketing, personnel and food services.

For more information, please visit our website at: www.messefrankfurt.com/sustainability

With its headquarters in Frankfurt am Main, the company is owned by the City of Frankfurt (60 percent) and the State of Hesse (40 percent).

Further information: www.messefrankfurt.com

About Messe Frankfurt Middle East

Messe Frankfurt Middle East’s portfolio of exhibitions includes: Intersec, Intersec Saudi Arabia, Automechanika Dubai, Automechanika Riyadh, Beautyworld Middle East, Beautyworld Saudi Arabia, Gifts & Lifestyle Middle East, Logimotion, Light + Intelligent Building Middle East and Paperworld Middle East. In the 2023/24 event season, Messe Frankfurt Middle East exhibitions combined featured 6,324 exhibitors from over 60 countries and attracted 224,106 visitors from 156 countries.

For more information, please visit our website.