The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, based on its global leadership role, is keen to host the most prominent and largest international events, conferences and exhibitions that positively reflect on administrative organizations and security agencies to benefit from them in pursuit of achieving the goals of Saudi Arabia 2030. In this regard, the Saudi capital, Riyadh, is hosting the Fourth International Conference and Exhibition on Firefighting Operations under the supervision of the General Directorate of Civil Defense and with the participation of Aramco, which aims to showcase the best methods of fighting fires in the region by presenting the latest developments at the international level in this field, discussing the best practices, services and advanced technologies, and benefiting from the workshops and exhibitions that will be offered to transfer the best and latest experiences and expertise in the fields of firefighting.
Host Message
Director General of Civil Defense,
Major General Dr. Hamoud bin Suleiman Al-Faraj
Dear esteemed delegates & participants,
It is my great pleasure to invite you to the 4th International Fire Operations Conference & Exhibition (IFOC 2024), taking place at the Four Seasons Hotel in Riyadh from 3-7 November, 2024, where we gather under the theme "Resilience in the Face of Crisis". The 3rd IFOC that took place in 2022 was a resounding success, attracting over 1,000 attendees from 15 countries. The insightful keynote speakers, thought-provoking panel discussions, and 62 educational sessions fostered invaluable dialogue on critical issues ranging from Emergency Management to Standards & Codes. The exhibition hall bustled with activity, showcasing cutting-edge technologies and innovations from 100 leading companies in the fire protection industry.
This conference serves as a beacon of knowledge exchange, innovation, and collaboration. Together, we will explore cutting-edge strategies, share best practices, and forge partnerships that will enhance our collective ability to tackle the formidable challenges posed by fires and emergencies.
As we convene in Riyadh, a city known for its spirit of resilience and innovation, let us harness the power of collaboration to ignite new ideas and approaches that will shape the future of firefighting operations worldwide. I welcome you to join us in this vital endeavor, where industry leaders, jurisdiction authorities, and researchers will converge to explore innovative solutions, exchange best practices, and forge partnerships that will shape the future of fire safety.
I wish you a fruitful and memorable experience at IFOC 2024. Together, we can ignite a resilient path forward, ensuring safer communities for generations to come.
Thank you
Chairman’s Message
Abdullah M. Alghamdi
