About SFPE Benelux

Advancing fire safety engineering across the Benelux

SFPE Benelux is the professional platform for fire safety engineers and everyone interested in fire protection engineering in Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg.

Engineering a safer built environment

We connect expertise, research and practice to help reduce fire risk and strengthen the fire safety profession.

Established in 2012

A dedicated chapter for the Benelux region

5,000+ members

Part of an international professional community

75+ chapters

Connecting fire safety expertise worldwide

Our mission

Supporting fire protection engineering professionals

The primary mission of SFPE Benelux is to support and represent our members and everyone with a professional interest in fire protection engineering.

We provide a platform where fire safety engineers can exchange knowledge, examine emerging technologies, discuss current challenges and build valuable professional relationships across the Benelux and beyond.

The global SFPE mission

SFPE defines, develops and advances engineering best practices, expands scientific and technical knowledge, and educates the global fire safety community to reduce fire risk.

What SFPE Benelux does

Our activities bring research, professional expertise and practical fire safety experience together.

Seminars and conferences

We organise expert meetings, technical seminars and conferences on current fire safety topics.

Professional debate

We create space for informed discussion about topical issues, engineering approaches and professional practice.

Knowledge and publications

Members contribute to working groups, position papers, white papers and the exchange of technical knowledge.

Community and networking

Our events and professional forum help members connect with peers, specialists and organisations throughout the region.

Part of a global fire protection engineering community

The Society of Fire Protection Engineers was established in 1950 and incorporated as an independent organisation in 1971. Today, SFPE represents professionals practising fire protection engineering and related disciplines around the world.

The Society advances the science and practice of fire protection engineering, promotes high ethical standards and supports education through seminars, short courses, technical symposia, conferences, books and professional publications.

Established in 2012, the SFPE Benelux Chapter shares these objectives and translates them into a strong regional network for Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg.

Join the SFPE Benelux community

Connect with fire safety professionals, expand your knowledge and contribute to the future of fire protection engineering in the Benelux.

Frequently asked questions about SFPE Benelux

What is SFPE Benelux?

SFPE Benelux is the regional chapter of the Society of Fire Protection Engineers for Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg. It supports knowledge sharing, professional development and networking in fire protection engineering.

Who can become a member?

Membership is relevant to fire safety engineers, consultants, researchers, authorities, students and other professionals with an interest in fire protection engineering.

What does SFPE Benelux organise?

The chapter organises expert meetings, seminars, conferences, debates, working groups and networking opportunities focused on current fire safety engineering topics.