The Kuwait Fire Force have been honoured for their support in the recent World Cup in Qatar. Qatar’s General Directorate of Civil Defense (GDCD) honoured the forces that contributed to securing the World Cup, including the Kuwait Fire Force (KFF). In a speech during an honouring ceremony,...
A huge fire broke out in one of Qatar's cities hosting the FIFA World Cup 2022. The city of Lusail was seen on Saturday 26th November with plumes of black smoke, which could be seen from Qatar's capital Doha. Officials said the blaze broke out in...
The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 will accommodate an anticipated 1.5 million visitors at the region’s first-ever World Cup. FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 organisers have reportedly hired Arcadia and the use of the infamous fire-breathing Glastonbury spider for the 2022 tournament. The Arcadia spider will be...
Qatar's Civil Defense has fought and controlled a blaze that broke out in Lusail. The fire began in an under construction building at the Cresecent Tower but was quickly controlled by the authorities. No casualties or injuries happened at the scene. The Civil Defense was praised by Qatar's...
Project Qatar is returning in June for its 18th event, to showcase the latest in the construction and building industries including fire safety and security. The event is under the patronage of HE Prime Minister and Minister of Interior of The State of Qatar Khalid Bin...
Qatar Airways has raised a serious fault with several Airbus A350s, which could cause fuel tanks to ignite. The faults have been raised as part of an ongoing legal battle between Airbus and Qatar Airways. The Doha-based carrier has raised concerns that flaws on the surface...
Qatar's Civil Defence has launched an updated fire and safety manual to help aid fire prevention, suppression and protection of life in the event of a fire. The new manual and guidance was launched by the General Directorate at a function held in the officers’ club...
Qatar’s Interior Ministry says investigators are conducting studies into possible design flaws at the Villaggio shopping mall that caused a fatal fire. The design flaws are thought to have funnelled dense smoke into areas around a daycare centre in the country’s biggest mall, where 13 children...
If you’re working in the Middle East fire market then attendance of this high-level conference will help ensure you’re equipped for the future.
Not only does it present the opportunity to network with other fire and safety professionals but you’ll also be able to listen to industry-leading experts explore some of the themes and challenges that you’ll face in your role.
With a focus on information sharing and industry best practice, you’ll hear from the region’s innovators and thought-leaders.
