IFSEC International, organised by UBM Live, runs at ExCeL from 17-19 June, its new home in London in a new month of the year. IFSEC reports that the show relocation has received a £1m investment aimed at a hoped-for 45,000 visitors. More than 94 per cent of the floor plan has already been sold for the 2014 show.
In addition to 500 returning exhibitors, more than 93 businesses have signed up based on the event relocating to London after previously being absent from the 2013 show, say organisers. Returners to IFSEC include: Pyronix, March Networks, SimonsVoss, UniView, CCTV Direct, Security Dynamics, EVVA, Tecnoalarm, HKC, Blok n Mesh.
Julie A Kenny CBE DL, Chairman and CEO, Pyronix said: “This is the first time we have exhibited at IFSEC International in five years and the exhibition’s move to London is a key reason for returning. We’re using this as a big platform to launch a range of new products to the market and we’re really looking forward to it. London will also give us the opportunity to see more end-users and specifiers at the show and we’re looking forward to welcoming those visitors too.”
James Kelly, Chief Executive, BSIA said: “The BSIA is a long term and proud supporter of IFSEC International. We recognise this as the focal point for the industry to gather and learn about the latest developments. Now the show is taking place in London, this will present a new opportunity for the security industry and we expect to see an even broader audience attending which will help to promote best practice within the industry. We are hugely excited for the event in June, BSIA members identify IFSEC International as the leading event in the security calendar and we’re looking forward to seeing the industry coming together.”
Catering for the buying chain, IFSEC will offer dedicated theatres for end-user and trade education plus, case studies and nine dedicated product areas: Access Control, Integrated Security Solutions, Intelligent Buildings, Intruder Alarms, IT & Cyber Security, Perimeter Protection, Physical Security, Safe Cities and Video Surveillance.
Brand new for 2014, Security & Fire Installer Live will be a dedicated installer offering in the UK on the show floor.
UBM points to research that there will be an increase in high calibre first time visitors to the show, as the new venue will make it more accessible to visit.
Charlie Cracknell, Event Director, IFSEC International said: “Businesses from across the whole security buying chain recognise the importance of being present at IFSEC International. We look forward to continuing to present an arena where the security industry can attend and conduct business in a reputable environment. We are well ahead of the game and continue to make preparations for 2014 to be the best edition of IFSEC International that has been seen before. Plans are constantly developing and we continue to introduce exciting new features. Keep your eye out for more announcements to be made shortly!”
Registration to attend IFSEC International 2014 is now live, to register for a visitor badge and for more information visit www.ifsec.co.uk/register
