July 2026

FireDos mobile firefighting trailers strengthen fire protection in hazardous industrial areas

Industrial facilities such as petrochemical plants, refineries and tank farms face significant fire risks that demand rapid emergency response. FireDos firefighting trailers provide a mobile fire suppression solution for firefighting and cooling operations in hazardous areas, offering flexible deployment where fixed fire protection systems may be unavailable, inaccessible or require additional support.

Mobile Firepower: The 2 500L Heavy-Duty Attack Trailer

Picture a major industrial outbreak or a fast-moving veldfire threatening a remote site. The local municipal water grid is either non-existent or completely out of reach. In these high-stakes moments, waiting for a massive municipal pumper to navigate rough terrain can cost you the entire facility. Your team needs immediate, heavy-hitting suppression power that can travel anywhere. To bridge this operational gap, Industrial Fire & Hazard Control has engineered a custom 2 500-litre firefighting trailer. Built specifically for harsh, off-road environments, this mobile asset functions as an independent fast-attack platform designed to deliver massive water and foam streams directly to the danger zone.

Task Force Tips QuadraFog™: Premium quality. Proven performance. Built for South African firefighters

When firefighters respond to an emergency, every piece of equipment must perform flawlessly. There is no room for compromise. The Task Force Tips (TFT) QuadraFog™ nozzle has earned a global reputation as one of the most dependable and versatile handline nozzles available, combining exceptional stream performance, superior durability and precision engineering. Proudly manufactured in the USA, every QuadraFog is designed to withstand the harshest firefighting environments while delivering the consistent performance firefighters depend on when lives are at stake.

Developing excellence in emergency response training

Rural Metro Training Academy is a leading provider of internationally aligned firefighting, rescue and emergency management training, dedicated to developing highly skilled emergency response professionals for South Africa and beyond. With two purpose-built training academies located in Greytown, KwaZulu-Natal and Heidelberg, Gauteng, Rural Metro offers accessible, high-quality training solutions to individuals, municipalities, emergency services and industrial clients across the country. Together, these facilities provide a comprehensive training environment that combines theoretical learning with realistic, hands-on practical experience.

Holmatro’s new PCU50 Cutter from Aquilla Corp

A reliable choice for modern rescue teams: The PCU50 Cutter reinforces Holmatro’s commitment to delivering tools that combine innovation, reliability and real-world usability. For rescue teams operating in tight spaces or requiring a lighter, more agile cutting solution, the PCU50 provides the confidence and capability needed to perform under pressure. In rescue scenarios where space is limited but performance cannot be compromised, the Holmatro PCU50 Cutter delivers the ideal balance of compact design, cutting power and operational precision. Engineered for rapid deployment, the PCU50 is perfectly suited for confined-space extrications, where manoeuvrability is critical.

Thermal imaging suit and thermal imaging hood from Survival Technology

At the heart of all search and rescue operations is the aim to locate the casualty as quickly as possible. Increasingly, technology is used to help locate a victim in poor visibility environments (smoke-filled buildings) or when lost in a large geographical area. Thermal Imaging has an important role to play in speeding up searches and after extensive development and testing, we are excited to offer you two Thermal Imaging Training Solutions. Our new Thermal Imaging Suit was designed to meet the growing demand for a manikin that could be detected on thermal imaging equipment. But instead of creating a manikin that had this capability, we have designed a special suit that goes over the top of your existing manikin to give instant thermal imaging capabilities, with more flexibility.

Dräger South Africa Fire Combat and Rescue Challenge 2026

The Dräger Fire Combat and Rescue Challenge will take place on 24 and 25 July 2026. When seconds matter, awareness matters more. Reliability, comfort and safety are no longer optional—they’re essential. Get to know our new safety equipment and find out how Dräger continues to protect those who protect others—every step of the way. Because firefighters demand more. Register here.

Two-day Structural Firefighting Summit 2026‬‬‬ to be held by the Western Cape Government

The Western Cape Department of Local Government through the Provincial Disaster Management and Fire and Rescue Services together with Supporting Fire Services SA and Santam will be hosting a two-day Structural Firefighting Summit at the Lagoon Beach Hotel in Milnerton, Cape Town, on the 13 to 14 August 2026. We are cordially inviting you to attend our event as your participation and collaboration is very valuable to us. Please note there is no registration cost for attending this event, however, you are required to register via the link indicating your attendance for logistical purposes.

Fifth International Congress on Fire in the Earth System: Humans and Nature
4 – 6 November 2026: From Registration to the Kruger experience

The Fifth International Congress on Fire in the Earth System (fEs2026) offers a participant-focused experience, from registration to presenting your work in one of Africa’s most iconic landscapes. Taking place 4 to 6 November 2026 in Skukuza, Kruger National Park, this event brings together scientists, fire managers and practitioners to address fires in a changing world. Registration is open through the fEs official website, where participants can select attendance options including South African rates. Once registered, you can submit an abstract for an oral or poster presentation. Technical and applied contributions are encouraged, reflecting the strong link between science and practice. Browse the session descriptions to find one that aligns with your work, then submit to the session conveners. Submissions are reviewed by a scientific committee, with feedback on session placement provided.

Fire and Rescue International magazine: Interactive research and technical information at your fingertips!

Fire and Rescue International’s bi-monthly magazine has been providing the fire, rescue and EMS services in South Africa, Africa and internationally with technical and practical know-how articles researched and written by many experienced specialists from around the world since 2011. The contributors share their knowledge, experience and expertise with our readers on a pro bono basis with the view of growing leaders and enhancing skill levels on all platforms. Fire and Rescue International also publishes the magazine as an open source so that everybody has access to it free of charge in order to grow expertise within the industry. The interactive magazine means that you are able to navigate through the magazine with a click of a mouse. All adverts are hyperlinked to their websites and the information we share are also hyperlinked should there be email addresses, websites or PDF downloads in the articles. Information at the click of a button! We welcome you to share your knowledge, expertise and experience with us and our readers, so drop me an email on lee@fireandrescue.co or call me on mobile: +27 (0) 82 371 0190 or office: +27 (0) 11 452 3135.

Disaster Management Journal (DMJ), official journal of the Institute of Disaster Management Southern Africa

We are the publishers of the Disaster Management Journal (DMJ), the official journal of the Institute of Disaster Management Southern Africa (DMISA). The journal enhances DMISA’s role in advocating international disaster management best practice, nurturing a culture of disaster risk reduction and fostering national and international communication networks and relationships. DMJ also serves as a valuable resource for information and knowledge dissemination, education and training to not only proactively reduce disaster risks but also the efficacious management of disasters. The magazine also promotes the Institute: national and regional DMISA news and all disaster management related topics, events, conferences and disaster risk reduction initiatives.

Reach over 11 000 decision makers in the fire, rescue and EMS fraternity!

Fire and Rescue International offers you cost-effective digital advertising platform through FRI Product News. Reach over 10 000 subscribers in southern Africa (and beyond) with the added advantage of hyperlinks to your website and a video! The FRI Product News is released on the first work day of the month with the next newsletter going out on Monday, 3 August 2026. Deadline for submissions is Monday, 27 July 2026 at 12h00. The cost of the write up in the FRI Product Newsletter is just R2 975 excluding VAT per insertion and includes a hotlink to your website/landing page of your choice and a YouTube video link. Our African distribution includes: South Africa, Algeria, Angola, Australia, Botswana, Canada, Chad, Congo, Côte d’Ivoire, DRC, Egypt, Ethiopia, Europe, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Kenya, Kingdom of eSwatini, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Mali, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Scandinavia, Senegal, Somalia, St Helena, Sudan, Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda, UK, USA, Zambia and Zimbabwe as well as an international subscriber base. A very cost-effective marketing tool to reach your target audience with links to your website! As an added bonus, all articles are also shared to our Facebook page with over 55 500 followers/likes and our Twitter and LinkedIn pages.