Abu Dhabi orders seven firefighting aerial platforms from Bronto
Abu Dhabi Civil Defense Authority has awarded a tender for seven new firefighting aerial platforms from Bronto Skylift, with deliveries scheduled for 2027.
Firefighting, Rescue & Emergency Response
Covering the people, equipment and tactics that save lives when every second counts, this section looks at the latest firefighting methods, rescue operations and emergency response developments across the Middle East. You can find practical coverage of frontline challenges, incident response, specialist vehicles, training and the technologies supporting faster, safer action at the scene.
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The firefighter’s lifeline
Fire service veteran Bob Rea QFSM explores how communications have evolved from basic voice commands to intelligent digital systems – and why reliable communication remains a firefighter's…
A day in the life
Fire Middle East Ambassador, Faris Alzahrani, takes time out to speak with Mohammed…
Readiness meets responsibility
Ahmad Al-khawaja considers how modern fire apparatus are advancing environmental…
Commanding the agent
Dr Humaid Al Ali, Deputy Director of Fire Affairs at UAE’s Ministry of Interior, examines…
When the fire truck can’t get in
Learn about the practical issues and solutions for fire apparatus access roads in modern…
Toughness under pressure
Bob Rea takes a closer look at the vital physical and mental training required of the…
Extreme heat. Smarter rigs
Ahmad Al-khawaja explores a hybrid GCC approach combining NFPA rigour and European…
Saudi fire resilience revolution
Saudi Arabia is redefining fire and emergency response for the cities of the future. Paul…
From design to deployment
Dr Humaid Al Ali, Deputy Director of Fire Affairs at UAE’s Ministry of Interior, draws on…
The art and science of firefighter training
Bob Rea QFSM, MBA, FInSTR, MIFireE, MIoL, TechIOSH, reflects on the true value of…
Forging firefighters
Drawing on his extensive experience, Bob Rea looks at the essence of firefighter training…
Bracing for impact
Eitan Charnoff, veteran firefighter and Founder and CEO of Potomac Strategy, explores the operational lessons for fire and rescue services from missile and drone incidents.
Interschutz 2026: Interview with Eiad Saai – Waterfall Pumps
Fire Middle East visited UAE company, Waterfall Pumps, at Interschutz 2026 to find out more about their commitment to international markets and high quality product development.
MSA The Safety Company: Adaptable Firefighter PPE for a Changing World
Fire Middle East are joined by Saima Nisar, Product Line Manager, and Matt DeLorenzo, Product Group Director from MSA - The Safety Company, which presented a look into the future of adaptable…
Exploring the Future of Building Sustainability and Circularity
An in‑depth Q&A with Susan Sanchez exploring how sustainability, data and collaboration are reshaping the future of buildings through embodied carbon, circular materials AI and LEED v5.
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