Voting for the Fire Buyer Awards 2026 is now open.
The Fire Buyer Awards recognises the companies, products and individuals helping to shape the future of the global passive and active fire protection industry.
Recognising excellence in the fire industry
Following the nomination and shortlisting process, International Fire Buyer readers can now have their say on the products, solutions and people they believe deserve recognition in this year’s awards.
The awards feature seven categories spanning firefighting equipment, detection, PPE and vehicles, alongside four categories dedicated to recognising the individuals making an important contribution to the international fire sector.
Fire Buyer Awards 2026 categories
The seven categories are:
- Firefighting Equipment of the Year
- Detection Solution of the Year
- PPE Solution of the Year
- Vehicle Solution of the Year
- Fire Safety Professional of the Year
- Woman of the Year
- Rising Star of the Year
The shortlist brings together manufacturers, organisations and professionals from across the international fire industry, highlighting innovation, expertise and achievement throughout the sector.
Katie Tracy, Editor of International Fire Buyer, said: “The quality of nominations we received this year reflects the breadth of expertise and innovation across the global fire industry.
“Now it is over to our readers. These awards are determined by the people working within the sector, so voting is an opportunity to recognise the products, solutions and individuals that are making a genuine contribution to fire safety and emergency response.
“I would encourage everyone across the industry to take part and show their support the entries they believe deserve to be recognised.”
How to vote in the Fire Buyer Awards 2026
Voting is now open across all eight categories through the International Fire Buyer website.
Readers can review the shortlisted entries before selecting the products, solutions and individuals they believe should receive this year’s awards.
Voting is free. Readers will need to register for an account or log in to an existing account before casting their votes.
Winners announced on LinkedIn Live
Following the conclusion of voting on Thursday, October 29, the winners of the Fire Buyer Awards 2026 will be revealed during an online ceremony on Thursday, November 19, broadcast on LinkedIn Live.
The ceremony will celebrate the achievements of this year’s finalists and announce the winners across all eight categories.
