Fire Safety Forum UAE 2026
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JAFZA One Convention Centre, Dubai
Held on 24 April 2026
The event brings together over 100 Government Representatives with over 200 Industry Experts
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Programme Highlights
| TIME | Session | Speakers |
|---|---|---|
| 08:00 am – 9:00 am | Registration and Breakfast | . |
| 09:30 AM – 10:30 AM | Welcome Note Dubai Civil Defence |
 Col. Expert Ali Hassan Al Mutawa FIFireE
|
| 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Various Fire Testing Standards – Issue or Opportunity? This presentation provides comparison between various fire testing methods available on the market for similar products/elements. Fire resistance tests and reaction to fire and flame spread tests are compared and discussed in details. It also analyses the multiple factors which may affect the behavior of test specimens inside the fire resistance furnaces and highlights differences between several test methods. Separate attention is drawn to reaction to fire where some fire tests relevant to the interior finishing are presented. Additionally, an explanation is given of a concept of heat release rate measurement as modern and very useful technique to assess the propensity to flashover of interior wall and ceiling linings. Finally, it is shown how measurements of heat release rate can assist in quantification of façade fires. |
 Dr. Sebastian Ukleja
|
| 01:30 PM – 02:30 PM | The Grenfell Tower Investigation |
 Paul Walker
|
| TIME | Session | Speakers |
|---|---|---|
| 08:00 am – 9:00 am | Registration and Breakfast | . |
| 09:30 AM – 10:30 AM | Welcome Note Dubai Civil Defence |
Col. Expert Ali Hassan Al Mutawa FIFireE
|
| 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Various Fire Testing Standards – Issue or Opportunity? This presentation provides comparison between various fire testing methods available on the market for similar products/elements. Fire resistance tests and reaction to fire and flame spread tests are compared and discussed in details. It also analyses the multiple factors which may affect the behavior of test specimens inside the fire resistance furnaces and highlights differences between several test methods. Separate attention is drawn to reaction to fire where some fire tests relevant to the interior finishing are presented. Additionally, an explanation is given of a concept of heat release rate measurement as modern and very useful technique to assess the propensity to flashover of interior wall and ceiling linings. Finally, it is shown how measurements of heat release rate can assist in quantification of façade fires. |
Dr. Sebastian Ukleja
|
| 01:30 PM – 02:30 PM | The Grenfell Tower Investigation |
Paul Walker
|
| TIME | Session | Speakers |
|---|---|---|
| 08:00 am – 9:00 am | Registration and Breakfast | . |
| 09:30 AM – 10:30 AM | Welcome Note Dubai Civil Defence |
Col. Expert Ali Hassan Al Mutawa FIFireE
|
| 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Various Fire Testing Standards – Issue or Opportunity? This presentation provides comparison between various fire testing methods available on the market for similar products/elements. Fire resistance tests and reaction to fire and flame spread tests are compared and discussed in details. It also analyses the multiple factors which may affect the behavior of test specimens inside the fire resistance furnaces and highlights differences between several test methods. Separate attention is drawn to reaction to fire where some fire tests relevant to the interior finishing are presented. Additionally, an explanation is given of a concept of heat release rate measurement as modern and very useful technique to assess the propensity to flashover of interior wall and ceiling linings. Finally, it is shown how measurements of heat release rate can assist in quantification of façade fires. |
Dr. Sebastian Ukleja
|
| 01:30 PM – 02:30 PM | The Grenfell Tower Investigation |
Paul Walker
|
Fire Safety Forum 2026
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"The MeetCo Design Summit brought together an amazing community of creatives. The workshops were interactive and gave me tangible skills I could immediately implement. The event was perfectly structured."
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Your Questions Answered
What is the purpose of the Fire Safety Forum?
The forum aims to promote fire safety awareness, share best practices, explore innovative technologies, and strengthen collaboration among government entities, industry professionals, and stakeholders.
What makes the Fire Safety Forum unique?
The forum is an official initiative supported by Dubai Civil Defense, offering unmatched credibility. It combines policy-level discussions, real-world solutions, and high-level networking in one focused platform.
How do I know if I qualify as an exhibitor?
If your organization provides fire safety products, services, systems, or emergency response solutions, you are eligible to exhibit. Please contact us for detailed exhibitor guidelines.
How do I know if sponsorship is right for my company?
Sponsorship is ideal for organizations seeking brand visibility, direct access to decision-makers, and positioning as leaders in fire safety, innovation, and compliance.
Where can I find the event agenda?
The detailed agenda will be published on our website closer to the event date. Follow our official channels and website for the latest updates.
How long has the Fire Safety Forum been running?
The Fire Safety Forum is now in its 10th edition, reflecting a decade-long commitment to advancing fire safety standards and innovation in the UAE and the region.