Intersec Dubai 2025: Everything You Need to Know
Intersec will host its 26th show in Dubai next year — and is set to bring even more cutting-edge innovations to the security and safety industries. With the 2024 expo setting a high bar of over 47,000 trade buyers in attendance, we can possibly expect even more in 2025.
Want to know the history of Intersec and what to expect next year? Read our guide.
What Is Intersec?
Describing itself as the number one event for security, safety, and fire prevention, Intersec has a lot to offer all three industries. The technology that experts share here will go on to keep families and even entire countries safe. On top of this, there are also workshops, conferences, and other events where thought leaders discuss the latest security trends.
Whether you’re an enthusiast hoping to learn more or a company with technology of your own to promote, Intersec has space for you. With the growth of AI still in effect, we can expect this to be a fixture of their upcoming conferences. Beyond this, there are exhibits on cybersecurity, fire and rescue, public safety, and much more.
When and Where Does Intersec Take Place?
Since its humble beginnings in 1999, the main Intersec expo has taken place in Dubai. In recent years, the country’s World Trade Centre has played host. Due to the success of the original, there are other shows in Buenos Aires and Saudi Arabia. In addition, there are related summits in Frankfurt, Russia, China, and more.
In 2025, Intersec will open its doors between the 14th and 16th of January. This helps attendees hit the ground running in the new year, and see which trends will dominate their industry. As this is winter in the United Arab Emirates, international guests not used to Dubai’s usual temperature will also be much more comfortable.
Intersec History: How Did the Show Evolve?
The Messe Frankfurt Group, an organization responsible for over 250 annual expos, established Intersec in 1999. From the beginning, Intersec has championed the importance of innovations in the security industry, and others. As the digital age entered the 21st century, Intersec expanded its scope even further.
Homeland security and information security soon became major parts of this show. In the case of the former, civil defense contractors began to take an interest in Intersec. Over the years, this expo has continued to establish itself as a platform for security experts of all kinds.
Cybersecurity has similarly grown over the years, in some cases eclipsing the physical security aspects of this event. Technology’s presence, both in business and in life, makes it a clear target for online threats. To this day, cybersecurity is a major part of Intersec, especially with the rise of digital security systems.
In 2018, the show introduced the Intersec Awards, the Middle East’s first awards program which recognizes excellence in the security industry. Winners include high-quality fire projects such as the Dubai Frame, and metal detector specialists Garrett. There are even awards for trailblazers and rising stars across the sector.
Artificial intelligence has become a major focus over the past few Intersec conferences. We can expect this to continue in the coming years, especially with the safety concerns this technology raises. The security world is always changing, and Intersec rises to meet this challenge where it can.
Intersec Dubai 2025: Schedule, Exhibitors, Networking Options
With the next expo still months away, details are scarce on Intersec 2025’s full schedule, as well as their planned exhibition lineup. As is the case for every show, there will be a mix of suppliers, service providers, and system installers. Government officials will also be in attendance, trialing innovations in homeland security.
The Intersec Police Summit will showcase innovations in law enforcement practices — while the Security Leaders’ Summit delivers exciting presentations on security advances. For the first two days, these talks will be the main focus. Even without a full itinerary, it is likely that AI will form a major talking point across the many summits.
Past Intersec exhibitors include Bosch, Dell, Motorola, VisionLabs, and a number of companies from within the UAE. This is partly because the expo also hopes to celebrate local talent. If your business has any exciting security solutions to show off, there is still plenty of time to book your stand at Intersec 2025.
Many of the event’s attendees are mainly there to network. The Intersec expo boasts thousands of industry experts and professionals every year, any of whom could be a great contact. You can even use the official Intersec app’s ‘Business Matchmaking Program’ to connect with exhibitors; specifically those whose technology could help your company.
Who Can Exhibit at Intersec Dubai? How To Attend?
Intersec now includes more companies than its original scope, but they must fall into one of five key categories. These include commercial perimeter security, public safety, fire & rescue, health & safety, and cybersecurity. Exhibitors can set the size or type of stand they want, and the show organizers try to find the best place for them.
Even if your company is outside the security or safety industries, you can still demonstrate your products’ security features. General tech companies such as Motorola and Toshiba are common Intersec exhibitors, for example. Audiovisual technology is especially popular at Intersec due to the need for robust security as these tools become ever-present.
Entry is free for the expo, but only for trade visitors; people visiting for commercial reasons. This can include companies looking for partners or wanting to procure new technology, and investors seeking out a security startup. As for actually getting to the show itself, the Dubai World Trade Center is just a 10-minute drive away from the international airport.
The expo venue is also within walking distance of the Emirates Towers Metro station, as well as an impressive range of luxury UAE hotel chains. Wherever you are staying, and however you plan on getting to the expo, there are plenty of options available. No matter how you fit into safety or security, this show could be a great boost for your business.
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