Conference
The future of industrial fire safety & emergency management
Join industry leaders, safety experts, and innovators for a full-day SFPE Benelux conference exploring emerging technologies, best practices, and regulatory developments shaping the next generation of fire prevention and emergency response.
Monday 21 September 2026 · 09:00 – 18:00
Club Royal · Thonetlaan 133 · BE-2050 Antwerpen
Date
21 September 2026
Time
09:00 – 18:00
Location
Club Royal, Antwerpen
Regular fee
€200 excl. VAT
Description
A forward-looking conference for industrial safety leaders
SFPE Benelux invites you to register for a conference dedicated to the future of industrial fire safety. The programme brings together industry leaders, safety experts, and innovators to explore the forces shaping fire prevention, emergency response, and industrial resilience.
The event will feature keynote speeches and a panel discussion led by internationally renowned experts. Cross-border and port expertise from Belgium and the Netherlands will create a valuable platform for collaboration and knowledge exchange between leading industrial regions.
Who should attend?
- Policy makers shaping fire safety regulations and standards
- Young and seasoned fire engineers interested in looking ahead
- Fire brigade officials responsible for emergency response and prevention
- Plant HSE managers overseeing health, safety, and environmental compliance
- Risk and safety consultants advising on hazard mitigation and resilience
- Facility and operations managers seeking innovative fire protection strategies
- Insurance and compliance officers evaluating industrial risk and liability
- Manufacturers of fire safety equipment and suppression technologies looking to connect with end-users
Confirmed speakers
Cathy Berx
Governor of the Province of Antwerp · Keynote
Ralf Bruyninckx
FPC Risk, part of Sweco · The evolving role of the fire engineer in the future of industrial fire safety
Jaap De Vries
Factory Mutual · How will innovation shape industrial safety? An insurance perspective
Tom Vanderbauwhede
Founder & CEO, ReplyFabric · The role of AI and machine learning in predictive industrial fire safety
Margit Blok
VTTI · How will fire safety at an industrial facility look like in 2030?
Bert Brugghemans
Antwerp Fire Brigade · Fire brigade challenges in view of changing industrial facility risks
Alan Dirks
Port of Rotterdam Authority · Safety challenges and opportunities in ports and industrial areas during the energy transition
Panel discussion
The future of industrial fire safety: challenges and opportunities. More topics and speakers will be announced soon.
Partners
Sweco supports the SFPE Benelux Conference as Main Partner, alongside ANPI and FM Global as Valued Partners. Together, these organisations contribute expertise in fire safety engineering, industrial risk management, emergency planning, property loss prevention, certification, and safety innovation.
Their shared commitment to innovation, collaboration, and knowledge exchange helps create safer, more resilient, and future-ready industrial environments across the Benelux region.
Event details
Date
Monday 21 September 2026
Time
09:00 – 18:00
Location
Club Royal
Thonetlaan 133
BE-2050 Antwerpen
Fees
- Regular rate: €200 per person
- Become SFPE Benelux member 2026: €150
- SFPE Benelux member: free
All fees are excluding VAT. Free cancellation is possible until 21 August 2026.
Partnership opportunities
Support the future of industrial fire safety
Sweco supports the SFPE Benelux Conference as main partner, alongside ANPI as valued partner. Through their combined expertise in fire safety engineering, industrial risk management, emergency planning, certification, prevention, and safety innovation, both organisations contribute to safer and more resilient industrial environments.
Organisations and solution providers are invited to become valued partners, gain visibility among key decision-makers, demonstrate leadership in safety innovation, and connect with stakeholders from across the Benelux and beyond.
Register for the SFPE Benelux Conference
Do not miss this leading conference dedicated to the future of industrial fire safety and emergency management.
Conference questions
When and where does the conference take place?
The conference takes place on Monday 21 September 2026 from 09:00 to 18:00 at Club Royal, Thonetlaan 133, BE-2050 Antwerpen.
What are the participation fees?
The regular rate is €200 per person. The special rate to become an SFPE Benelux member for 2026 is €150. SFPE Benelux members can participate free of charge. Fees exclude VAT.
Can my organisation become a partner?
Yes. Organisations and solution providers can support the conference as partners and gain visibility among key decision-makers in industrial fire safety and emergency management.