Hand Media International is pleased to release the April issue of International Fire Buyer.
This issue arrives at a key moment in the industry calendar as preparations intensify for The Fire Safety Event 2026 which is being held at the NEC Birmingham between Tuesday, April 28 and Thursday, April 30. The event provides a timely platform to assess the technologies, solutions and innovations currently shaping the global fire sector.
This issue features an in-depth discussion on risk, regulation and operational pressures with Hertfordshire County Council’s Chief Fire Officer, Alex Woodman. The conversation provides valuable insight into firefighter safety, evolving compliance requirements and the broader challenges facing the sector.
The Innovator spotlight highlights Anthony D. Parfitt of Ci Global, who examines advancements in early electrical fire fault detection and reflects on how the Grenfell tragedy has influenced industry perspectives on risk and prevention.
Product innovation is further explored through two Product Spotlights from Super Vac and Holmatro, both focusing on the growing role of battery-powered ventilation solutions in modern firefighting operations.
This month’s cover story is led by Hytrans, showcasing its advanced mobile water transport systems ahead of its presence at Interschutz in Hanover. The feature examines how large-scale water delivery capabilities continue to evolve to meet complex emergency response demands.
Elsewhere, the Marine Fire Safety feature explores the integration of specialist detection and suppression systems, addressing operational constraints and emerging risks in maritime environments.
The Suppression feature provides a detailed overview of the technologies deployed in fire scenarios, assessing their application across increasingly complex risk profiles. Complementing this, the International Water Mist Association contributes expert insight into the use of water mist systems in battery storage and public transport applications.
In Detection, the issue examines the ongoing evolution of detection technologies and their practical deployment across a range of environments. This is followed by a focus on Emergency Lighting and Evacuation Systems, analysing how integrated solutions support safe and efficient building evacuation in complex structures.
The issue concludes its feature content with an examination of the regulatory and environmental pressures affecting firefighting foams, alongside an assessment of how manufacturers are responding to these challenges. This feature is sponsored by 3FFF.
The Fire Safety Event, taking place at the NEC Birmingham from Tuesday April 28 to Thursday April 30, is previewed in this issue. The event will bring together more than 300 exhibitors, offering opportunities for networking, live demonstrations and direct engagement with the latest products and solutions across the fire safety landscape.
Additional highlights include a Quick Fire interview with Joe Lewis, OEM Commercial Director at Allegion UK, alongside a comprehensive round-up of the latest industry news and product developments shaping the market.
