Al-Futtaim Expands FM and Fire Safety in Saudi Arabia

Editorial September 12, 2026

Al-Futtaim Contracting has launched Facilities Management and Fire & Life Safety operations in Saudi Arabia. The move expands its specialist building services in the Kingdom. The company announced the launch at Big 5 Construct Saudi in Riyadh. It brings together Al-Futtaim Facilities

Fire-resistant glass market to reach $18.1bn by 2031

Editorial September 9, 2026

The global fire-resistant glass market is projected to grow from $11.65 billion in 2026 to $18.09 billion by 2031, driven by tighter fire safety requirements and growing construction activity. According to MarketsandMarkets, the market is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate of 9.2% during the forecast period. Demand is rising as developers […]

Fixed fire and gas detection market to hit $10.86B

Editorial August 15, 2026

The global fixed fire and gas detection systems market is forecast to grow from $7.84 billion in 2026 to $10.86 billion by 2031, driven by industrial safety investments, stricter regulation and the modernization of high-risk facilities. According to a new MarketsandMarkets report, the market is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) […]

Fire Detection: From Compliance to Performance

Editorial July 25, 2026

Stricter smoke detection requirements are pushing the industry beyond minimum product compliance toward demonstrable performance across the entire system. In the Middle East, where UL, EN and local requirements frequently coexist, the real challenge lies in translating new standards into better design, carefully validated retrofits and lower lifecycle risk. By: Mirza

MOBOTIX Thermal Fire Detection Receives ANSI/FM 3260 Approval

Editorial July 17, 2026

MOBOTIX has received ANSI/FM 3260 approval for its thermal fire detection technology, adding another internationally recognized certification to its fire safety portfolio. The approval was granted by FM Approvals following independent testing that included live fire scenarios with liquid, gas and solid fuels, as well as assessments of the system’s resistance to false

Honeywell expands connected fire safety portfolio

Editorial July 4, 2026

Honeywell has expanded its fire and life safety portfolio. The update adds new smoke control capabilities to the NOTIFIER INSPIRE platform and introduces new cloud-connected services. The company said the latest release of the NOTIFIER INSPIRE platform introduces fully integrated smoke control capabilities developed in collaboration with customers and channel partners. The

Scaling Fire Safety for Phased Giga-Developments

Editorial June 26, 2026

Across the Middle East, major developments are rarely delivered as a single, fixed project. Instead, they evolve in stages, with new buildings, infrastructure, and services added over time. This phased delivery model creates flexibility for developers, but it also places new demands on fire detection and alarm systems. By: Sargunan Sellamuthu, Business Development Manager

Siemens Unveils Next-Generation Fire Detection for Autonomous Buildings

Editorial April 9, 2026

New Sinteso Nova and Cerberus Nova detectors combine IoT, predictive maintenance, and easier upgrades to support safer and more efficient building operations Siemens has introduced a new generation of fire detection systems designed to move fire safety from a reactive function to a more proactive, connected, and data-driven model. According to Siemens, the new Sinteso […]

Advanced Lands Three 2026 FSM Awards Shortlists

Editorial April 1, 2026

The fire safety manufacturer has been shortlisted in three categories at the 2026 Fire & Security Matters Awards, with the nominations highlighting product innovation, customer support, and sustainability progress Advanced has been shortlisted in three categories at the 2026 Fire & Security Matters Awards, according to the company’s announcement. The nominations

Advanced Panels Gain EPD as Sustainability Pressure Reaches Fire Detection

Editorial March 18, 2026

Advanced has secured an Environmental Product Declaration for its MxPro 5 4-loop fire panels, giving customers independently verified lifecycle data as sustainability becomes a bigger factor in building specification and procurement. Advanced has announced that its MxPro 5 4-loop fire panels have achieved an Environmental Product Declaration, or EPD, marking a new