July/August 2025 issue – Fire Buyer
As the fire industry looks ahead, two major events are already set to shape the global conversation: the International Water Mist Conference (IWMC) in Manchester and AFAC25 powered by INTERSCHUTZ in Perth. Both gatherings will offer platforms for manufacturers, regulators, and fire professionals to exchange insight on suppression technology, safety standards, and the future direction of the sector.
Closer to home, eagle-eyed readers will have noticed that Fire Buyer International has undergone a website revamp that has sharpened our look, improved navigation, and made it easier than ever to access the stories and insights that matter most.
In this issue, we highlight the leading voices shaping the future of the industry. Our Cover Story interview is with Faith Mason, Regional Director, LHD Australia and Kevin Rae, Vice President EMEA FIRE and Global Mergers & Acquisition Integration, Lakeland, who together discuss ingenuity and firefighter safety in the specific case of decontamination.
Our Innovator feature turns the spotlight on Markku Vuorisalo, Engineering Director at Marioff, who speaks to us about the landmark Notre Dame project, while our Big Interview is with U.S. firefighter-turned-author Kelly Ramsey, who reveals what it really takes to battle wildfires—and the policy reforms the industry still needs.
Meanwhile this month’s feature lineup explores vital areas of fire safety and emergency response. Our PPE feature looks into how firefighting equipment is being reimagined not just for protection, but for performance across the entire mission cycle, while our foams feature covers how manufacturers are reshaping firefighting foam for a future where environmental safety is as critical as suppression power.
We’re also proud to showcase other examples of innovation from industry leaders. Our Ask the Expert features include C-TEC, with a focus on how the company has remained firmly at the forefront of fire detection and alarm technology for nearly 45 years; and Johnson Controls, who discuss tailored fire protection strategies for data centres.
This issue is for those who recognise that technology only proves its value in the real world — and that lasting progress begins with deeper insight.
