Fire protection and suppression systems market in the Gulf is expected to reach US$1.12 billion by 2013.
Following the 2008 surge in infrastructure, construction, and industrial sectors, a greater need is now required for high quality equipment and services throughout the Gulf and wider Middle East region.  Having increased from US$635 million in 2008, the market is growing and is estimated to double by 2013.

The Fire & Rescue section at Intersec trade fair and conference (Dubai, 16-18 January 2011) continues to grow and establish itself as the ideal platform for sourcing key products and services and for keeping up with market trends.
 
Visitors to the Fire & Rescue section of the event include civil defence forces, police, army, firemen, security and safety officers, architects, construction companies and developers, and others.  Exhibitors include Scott Health & Safety, Honeywell, Akron Brass, Naffco, Apollo, and DuPont.

After its inaugural event at last year’s Intersec in Dubai, the UAE International Fire Fit Championships will return once again in 2011. The Championship has invited participation from all 7 Emirates, as well as the GCC countries (Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, and Bahrain).