Our annual FIRE Conference returns on Thursday 13 November at the QEII Conference Centre in London, once again offering both in-person and online attendance to ensure the broadest engagement possible across the sector.
Delivered collaboratively by the Institution of Fire Engineers, Fire Protection Association, National Fire Chiefs Council and the Fire Sector Confederation, this one-day conference brings together key voices from the UK and international fire community. Through a programme of plenary sessions, breakout discussions and expert panels, this year will concentrate on ensuring the built environment is fit for tomorrow.
FIRE Conference 2025 will include an early look at the UK’s new administration and what it means for fire safety policy and the construction of homes; planned changes to Approved Document B and the Building Safety Regulator’s updates; and rural and urban wildfire resilience, with an international panel exploring the latest global responses to this growing threat. Delegates will also hear reflections on the Phase Two Grenfell Tower report, and a compelling case study on the Moss Landing battery storage facility fire in California.
A panel discussion on the ‘engineers of the future’ will explore how we nurture and equip tomorrow’s fire safety professionals, while another session will review successful navigation of the planning gateways by a UK housing association.
Breakout sessions will provide more focused discussion on topics including:
- The future of construction product testing
- Qualification and competency requirements for fire risk assessors
- Managing the risks of lithium-ion batteries
- Resident safety – how are we measuring success?
- Emerging risks and evolving British Standards
Delegates will benefit from dedicated Q&A time with speakers and over two hours of networking with peers, senior leaders and sector influencers, including sponsors Coopers Fire, Fire Chief and Consort Insurance, as well as exhibitors Lubrizol, Red Plug and Rapidrop.
Secure your place
Conference tickets are now available and can be found here, with physical and virtual attendance options starting from £100 plus VAT. All delegates receive access to on-demand session recordings post-event, along with CPD hours.
Sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities
To join our sponsor and exhibitor line-up and showcase your brand globally, email Nick Walker for information on the remaining opportunities.