Hosted and produced by Fire Middle East and Security Middle East magazines, the dedicated studio provided a powerful platform for expert commentary, trend analysis and forward-looking debate that extended far beyond the show floor.
Positioned as the “heartbeat” of the event, the Intersec Pulse Studio was designed to capture and broadcast the energy, ideas and expertise circulating across the exhibition. Across three days, it hosted a rapid-fire series of 10-minute interviews with senior figures from the fire and security sectors, each conversation curated to tackle a specific critical issue – and find out what the companies are doing to combat it. These interviews were conducted live at the show then amplified across Intersec and the magazines’ digital channels, ensuring the insights reached a global audience long after visitors left Dubai World Trade Centre.
The initiative was conceived as more than a content “add-on”. By placing an editorially led studio in the middle of the event, Intersec Global created a real-time think tank that both reflected and shaped the agenda. For exhibitors, partners and visitors, Pulse became a focal point – a place where the industry’s most pressing talking points were distilled into sharp, accessible takeaways that could inform strategy and decision-making throughout 2026 and beyond.
A partnership powered by editorial authority
To deliver this, Intersec partnered with Security Middle East and Fire Middle East, recognised editorial leaders for the region’s security and fire industries. Under this collaboration, the magazines managed and conducted all Pulse Studio interviews, drawing on their deep network of influencers, practitioners and innovators. This ensured each session carried genuine editorial weight rather than being treated as a simple marketing broadcast.
At the centre of the studio was Ryan Bickerton, representing the magazines in his role as host and moderator. Bickerton led tightly structured 10-minute conversations that cut quickly to the issues that matter most to end users: operational resilience, regulatory readiness, technology adoption and the human skills needed to keep pace with change. His questioning gave guests space to share practical experiences while also pushing them to offer clear, future-focused views on where the sector is heading.
Fire Middle East conversations
In conversation with John Dunne, Red Sea Global
John Dunne, Group Head of Health and Safety at Red Sea Global, spoke about “safety re‑imagined” in a multi‑generational, multicultural workforce. Dunne explained why traditional classroom training no longer fits today’s tech‑savvy yet often low‑literacy construction workforce, and outlined Red Sea Global’s response: a practical, on‑site training academy embedded in live projects. He weighed hands‑on methods against virtual and augmented reality, stressing that technology must be audience‑appropriate, not a gimmick. He also highlighted IOSH and other bodies’ role in validating innovative methods, sharing best practice, and urged safety leaders to track ROI and stay engaged with evolving training models.
In conversation with Samer Alkhatib and Anas Alassi, LIFECO
Lifeco’s leadership team outlined how the Dubai‑based manufacturer has grown into a global fire safety player, now supplying complete, code‑compliant solutions to more than 50 countries. They explained why customers value an end‑to‑end portfolio – from suppression and sprinklers to detection and extinguishers – backed by robust design, manufacturing and material quality. Looking ahead, they highlighted new Supreme X HFC and inert gas systems, plans to expand both mechanical and electrical lines, and an ambition to be among the sector’s top brands. Above all, they stressed supportive leadership, standards compliance and a clear mission: making the world safer.
In conversation with Adrian Liechti, Securiton
Securiton Vice President of International Sales, Adrien Liechti, unveiled the company’s new generation of aspirating smoke detectors, the ASD 2000. He explained that the platform has been completely redesigned – from housing and airflow sensors to electronics, software and IT tools – to deliver advanced performance while remaining simple for integrators to install and commission. He highlighted key applications such as data centres, logistics hubs, manufacturing sites and exhibition venues, as well as the cost, certification and cybersecurity challenges behind such innovation.
In conversation with Yasmin Osbourne, Ci Global
Yasmin Osborne, CI Global’s Head of PR and Communications, shared how the British company is reframing fire safety around prevention rather than reaction. She introduced Ci Safe, an intelligent electrical fire and building safety system that detects anomalies at socket level, cuts power before ignition and scales from single homes to smart cities. Additionally, Osborne shared founder Anthony Parfitt’s Grenfell-inspired mission, and why the UAE’s innovation agenda and high electrical loads make it a launchpad for prevention-first technology. She also highlighted AI, IoT and autonomous sensing as the key technologies turning passive buildings into active protectors.
In conversation with John and Even Ottesen, Fomtec
Fomtec CEO and Founder John Ottesen and International Sales Manager Even Ottesen discussed how the Middle East – the world’s biggest firefighting foam market – is becoming a key growth region for the company. They credit Fomtec’s 25‑year success to long-term partnerships, deep product documentation and a passion for innovation, showcased through the Enviro research programme and its fluorine‑free foam range. The pair highlighted landmark products such as Enviro USP, Enviro ARK and the new Enviro NEO, engineered without “hidden gum” polymers to deliver stable, high‑hazard performance. They also underlined Intersec Global’s role as a vital hub for end‑user feedback and partner engagement.
Building a forward-looking archive of insight
One of the defining strengths of the Intersec Pulse Studio is that its impact does not end when the show closes. Every interview is recorded and published across Intersec’s digital platforms as well as the Security Middle East and Fire Middle East websites, newsletters and social channels, building a growing archive of expert insight that can be revisited on demand throughout the year. This multiplies the value of attendance for both speakers and the wider community, turning a three-day event into an ongoing knowledge resource.
As Intersec Global evolves into a truly year-round ecosystem, Intersec Pulse Studio – powered by Fire Middle East and Security Middle East – is set to remain its editorial heartbeat: a place where the industry comes not just to showcase technology, but to define the conversation around safety, security and resilience for the years to come.
View all of the conversations happening at the Intersec Pulse Studio.
This feature originally appeared in Fire Middle East magazine’s April 2026 issue.
