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Event overview
Overview
FirExpo Latam is the leading event for fire protection, human safety, and risk management in Latin America. Scheduled from May 3 to 6, 2027, at Plaza Mayor in Medellín, Colombia, the expo will gather manufacturers, distributors, and professionals in the industry.
The event will feature a specialized trade show, technical congresses, practical experiences, and networking opportunities to enhance the fire protection culture in the region. FirExpo Latam takes place in Medellín, CO.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: FirExpo Latam 2027 runs from May 3 to 6, 2027, at Plaza Mayor, Medellín, Colombia.
- 2Scale and Focus: This key event in fire protection and safety features over 100 brands and 7,500 square meters of exhibition space.
- 3Organiser: The event is managed by ANRACI, the Colombian Fire Protection Association.
- 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include industry professionals, manufacturers, and safety experts from across Latin America.
- 5Entry: Registration is available online, with activities including workshops and live demonstrations.
Why visit
Attendees will gain insights into the latest trends and technologies in fire protection. The event provides a unique opportunity for networking with industry leaders and accessing innovative solutions that enhance safety and operational continuity. Participants can also engage in practical workshops and demonstrations, ensuring they are well-informed about current regulations and best practices.
Why exhibit
Exhibitors at FirExpo Latam can showcase their products to a highly specialized audience, enhancing brand visibility and generating leads. The event facilitates strategic partnerships and offers a platform for launching new products. Exhibitors will benefit from direct interactions with potential clients and industry stakeholders, maximizing their return on investment.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Business owners seeking innovative fire protection solutions.
Construction professionals integrating safety measures into projects.
Industrial operators looking for risk mitigation strategies.
Retailers interested in fire safety systems for their stores.
Firefighters seeking the latest techniques and technologies.
Consultants providing specialized fire safety advice.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Manufacturers of fire suppression systems.
Distributors of safety equipment and technology.
Consultants in fire risk management.
Engineers specializing in fire safety solutions.
Training organizations for fire safety professionals.
Certification bodies for fire protection standards.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Fire detection and suppression systems.
Fire safety equipment and gear.
Consulting services for fire risk management.
Training programs for fire safety professionals.
Fire safety technology and innovation.
Regulatory compliance solutions for fire safety.
Location & Facilities
Venue
Plaza Mayor
Medellín, CO
Facilities
Parking
Plaza Mayor in Medellín typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Plaza Mayor in Medellín typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Plaza Mayor for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Medellín, CO
Why it matters
For security integrators, consultants, and end-users, FirExpo Latam on 2027-05-03 to 2027-05-06 at Plaza Mayor is the key Italian window to compare video, access, intrusion, fire, and cyber-physical platforms before year-end budgets close - co-located buyers use it to shortlist vendors for 2028 rollouts.
Industry trends
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Cyber-physical convergence
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Cloud-managed access and identity
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Regulatory and compliance pressure
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Critical infrastructure hardening
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · COP
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Medellín Vibes
3-star
MedellínUSD 95–122 / night
Google Hotels listing for the 3 to 6 May 2027 dates was flagged at 47% below its usual rate. Amenities include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, outdoor pool, hot tub, air conditioning, parking, bar and restaurant. Rates are indicative and should be reconfirmed with the property.
Hotel Recuerdos de mi Tierra
3-star
MedellínUSD 95–122 / night
Rate shown 37% below the property's usual level for these dates. Free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, pet-friendly policy, parking, airport shuttle, full-service laundry and accessible facilities make it practical for exhibitor teams arriving at MDE.
Blues Suites Medellín
4-star
MedellínUSD 150–190 / night
Upper mid-range option in the Google Hotels results for the show dates, shown 22% below usual. Free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, hot tub, air conditioning, pet-friendly policy, fitness centre and spa. A reasonable base for exhibitors hosting buyer meetings.
Outsite Medellín - El Poblado
Apart-hotel
El PobladoUSD 150–202 / night
Apartment-style stay in El Poblado, the district with the densest hotel and restaurant offer. Longer-stay friendly for build crews, but budget 20 to 30 minutes by taxi or ride-hail to Plaza Mayor in peak hours.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Metro de Medellín (Line A/B)
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forCitywide metro network, with stations in the centre near the La Alpujarra venue district
The cleanest way to avoid centre-city traffic. Buy or top up a Tarjeta Cívica at station ticket offices, and check the line and exit closest to Plaza Mayor before travelling.
Metrocable and integrated feeder buses
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forCable lines and feeder routes connecting outer neighbourhoods to the metro trunk
Metrocable is part of the metro system rather than a tourist ride, and integrated ticketing is common. Useful if you stay outside the centre and want a fixed-price commute.
Taxi (metered, white cabs)
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forEl Poblado or Laureles hotels to Plaza Mayor
Ask hotel staff to call an authorised taxi and note the plate. Airport runs are far more expensive than city trips and are quoted separately.
Ride-hail app (Uber, DiDi, Cabify)
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forHotel areas to the venue and evening returns
Ride-hail is widely used in Medellín. Confirm the plate and driver name in the app, and use the in-app payment method to avoid cash disagreements.
Airport bus (MDE to Medellín)
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forJosé María Córdova Airport (Rionegro) to central Medellín bus terminals and hotel zones
Cheapest airport option, but slower and less flexible with exhibition freight or late arrivals. Check the last departure time against your flight.
Airport taxi or pre-booked transfer (MDE)
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forJosé María Córdova Airport (MDE) to Plaza Mayor or El Poblado hotels
Use the official airport taxi desk or a pre-booked transfer rather than unmarked cars. Allow 45 to 60 minutes for the road leg into the city.
Taxi from Enrique Olaya Herrera (EOH)
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forEOH domestic airport to Plaza Mayor
EOH is inside the city, so a metered taxi is quick outside peak hours. Useful if you connect domestically and want to skip the Rionegro road leg.
Parking at Plaza Mayor
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forOn-site and adjacent car parks at the convention centre
Practical for exhibitors moving equipment during build-up days, less so for visitors during show hours when the car parks fill. Confirm height restrictions for vans and small trucks.
Weather
Medellín sits at roughly 1,500 m and is mild all year, so the fire-safety halls at Plaza Mayor are comfortable rather than air-conditioned for extreme heat. May is one of the two wetter periods in the annual pattern, with short heavy showers most likely in the afternoon and early evening. Days typically reach the mid to high twenties Celsius, nights fall to the high teens, and humidity is noticeable. Build an indoor alternative into any outdoor programme and keep a compact umbrella in your bag. Confirm the forecast in the final week before travel.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Colombia's main mobile operators, Claro, Movistar and Tigo, provide 4G coverage across Medellín and 5G in parts of the city, with prepaid SIM cards sold at MDE airport and in shopping centres. An eSIM bought before departure is the fastest route for short stays. Check roaming costs with your home operator and set a data cap. Wi-Fi at Plaza Mayor and in most hotels is available, but treat public networks as unsecured for commercial documents and use a VPN for email and CRM access. Electrical supply is 110 V at 60 Hz with type A and B plugs, so bring adapters for European and UK chargers, and check voltage for any equipment you plan to power on the stand.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Language and business etiquette
Spanish is the working language of the show floor and the conference stage, and Colombian business culture is relationship-led. Open with a handshake and a greeting, allow time for introductions before the technical pitch, and keep Spanish-language datasheets for the people who will specify the equipment.
Currency and payments
The currency is the Colombian peso (COP). Cards are accepted in hotels, restaurants and at the venue, but keep cash for taxis, small purchases and tips. A service tip of around 10% is customary in restaurants, and VAT rules apply to invoicing, so agree the tax treatment with Colombian suppliers before you commit to a stand contract.
Altitude and health
Medellín sits at roughly 1,500 m, which most visitors tolerate easily, but hydration and a slower first day help. Travel insurance should cover medical care in Colombia, and pharmacies in El Poblado and the centre are widely available for routine needs.
Safety awareness in the city
Medellín is a busy commercial city with the usual precautions for a large Latin American centre. Use authorised taxis or ride-hail apps at night, keep phones out of sight on the street, and ask your hotel which areas are comfortable to walk after dark.
Power, plugs and equipment
Colombia runs 110 V at 60 Hz with type A and B plugs. Exhibitors bringing European or UK equipment need adapters and, for some devices, transformers, so check the voltage rating before you pack a demo unit for the stand.
Punctuality and the working day
Business meetings usually start on time, while social arrangements are looser. The working day tends to run from mid-morning with a longer lunch, and the fair's afternoon sessions may overlap with the city's rain pattern, so leave buffer time between appointments.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
International flights into Medellín use José María Córdova (MDE) in Rionegro, roughly 45 to 60 minutes by road from Plaza Mayor; Enrique Olaya Herrera (EOH) is the in-city domestic airport and needs a separate connection if you arrive from abroad. Sample economy fares captured for travel around 3 May 2027: New York JFK from about COP 1,696,001 (nonstop options, roughly 5 hr 25 min), London LHR from about COP 2,851,456 (Avianca via Bogotá, roughly 14 hr 15 min), and Sydney SYD from about COP 5,174,384 (American Airlines via Los Angeles and Miami, roughly 26 hr 5 min). These figures are round-trip results for one adult including taxes and fees, with baggage charges potentially extra, and they were flagged as high on the Sydney route. Book early for the 3 to 6 May window and confirm live prices, seat baggage allowances and connection times before paying.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Use the nearest international airport serving Medellín; Metro, train or taxi links are typically available to the venue district.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Plaza Mayor: Medellín: Medellín Vibes; Medellín: Hotel Recuerdos de mi Tierra; Medellín: Blues Suites Medellín.
Ride-hail: Uber, DiDi and Cabify all operate in Medellín and are widely used by business travellers, with app-based pricing that avoids negotiating the fare. Confirm the plate, model and driver name in the app before getting in, and use in-app payment instead of cash where possible. Wait inside the venue entrance or hotel lobby rather than on the street, especially after dark. Surge pricing is common when the exhibition halls empty at the end of the day, so allow 10 to 15 minutes or walk to a nearby Metro station. Some local regulations around ride-hail are contested, so if an app is unavailable, your hotel can call an authorised metered taxi instead.
Public transit: Medellín's public transport is built around the Metro de Medellín, with two trunk lines, the Metrocable cable lines and integrated feeder buses. The system uses the rechargeable Tarjeta Cívica card, and a single journey costs approximately COP 3,000-3,500; confirm the current tariff and card rules with Metro de Medellín. For Plaza Mayor, check the station and exit closest to the La Alpujarra venue district before you travel and allow a short walk at the end. Trains are busiest in the morning and evening commutes, so shift your journey by 30 minutes if you want space. The metro is the most reliable way to beat traffic when a taxi would sit in the centre, and stations are staffed for route questions.
Parking: Plaza Mayor has on-site parking and central Medellín has commercial car parks within walking distance of the venue. Rates are set by the operator and were not published in the evidence for this listing, so confirm hourly or daily tariffs on arrival; budget approximately COP 5,000-12,000 per hour as a planning figure. Parking is most useful during build-up and dismantling, when exhibitors move crates and stand material, and less so during public show hours when capacity tightens. Check height and weight limits before bringing a van or small truck, and never leave equipment visible in a parked vehicle.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: May 2027
Temperature: Approx. 16-28 C. Daytime highs typically in the mid to high twenties Celsius, nights around 16 to 18 C, with noticeable humidity. Medellín's altitude of about 1,500 m keeps the city mild rather than tropical, so the exhibition halls are comfortable for business dress. Treat these as seasonal planning bands and check the forecast in the final week before travel.
Seasonality: May falls in one of Medellín's two wetter periods, with short, heavy showers most likely in the afternoon and early evening rather than all-day rain. Mornings are often bright, so schedule outdoor movement early and keep indoor alternatives for evening events. Carry a compact umbrella or rain shell and expect wet pavements around the venue district. Confirm the forecast close to travel, since shower intensity varies from year to year.
Packing: Pack light layers for warm days and cooler evenings, a compact umbrella or rain shell for May showers, comfortable walking shoes for long days on concrete exhibition floors, and business casual attire for stand meetings and conference sessions. Bring a light jacket for air-conditioned rooms and evening dinners, plus plug adapters for 110 V type A and B sockets. A reusable water bottle helps at 1,500 m, and a small bag for wet-weather gear keeps documents dry on the walk between hotels and the venue.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at FirExpo Latam usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Day 1
Book MDE flights and the airport transfer
Day 2
Lock in accommodation
Day 3
Check passport and entry requirements
Day 4
Arrange travel and medical insurance
Day 5
Build the exhibitor shortlist
Day 6
Prepare your technical questions; Load local apps and a data plan
Day 7
Plan currency and payments
Day 8
Pack for wet, mild days
Day 9
Check your power adapters
Day 10
Plan the conference sessions
Day 11
Schedule site or factory visits
Day 12
Confirm your badge and show hours; Leave a follow-up window
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Plaza Mayor
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2FirExpo Latam registration concourse
Plaza Mayor
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Plaza Mayor
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
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Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nightsCOP 190
- Per diem × 2COP 150
Estimated totalCOP 340
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether FirExpo Latam fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For FirExpo Latam, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Fire detection and suppression systems. and Fire safety equipment and gear. solutions and benchmarking suppliers at FirExpo Latam in Medellín.
Min. budget
$554.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Fire detection and suppression systems. and Fire safety equipment and gear. products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$2,493.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Medellín show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
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FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
When and where is Fire Expo Latam 2027 being held?
The 2027 edition runs from 3 to 6 May 2027 at Plaza Mayor convention centre in Medellín, Colombia. The venue sits in the central La Alpujarra district, close to the Metro de Medellín network.
What does Fire Expo Latam cover?
The show covers fire prevention and protection: detection and alarm systems, automatic suppression, extinguishers and recharge services, fire pumps and hydrant networks, passive protection, foam and clean agents, SCBA and turnout gear, rescue tools, and emergency response services for industry and construction.
Is the fair trade-only or can the general public attend?
Fire Expo Latam is positioned as a business and professional event for the fire and safety sector. Trade visitors come from engineering firms, facility and plant operations, fire brigades, distributors, construction and public bodies. Registration policy for non-trade visitors should be confirmed on fireexpolatam.com before you travel.
How do I register for a visitor badge?
Registration runs through the organiser website, fireexpolatam.com. Have your company details, tax ID and professional email ready for the form, and keep the confirmation QR or PDF for the on-site badge desk. Online pre-registration normally reduces queue time on the first morning.
Which airport should I fly into for Fire Expo Latam?
Most international travellers use José María Córdova International Airport (MDE) at Rionegro, roughly 45 to 60 minutes by road from Plaza Mayor. Enrique Olaya Herrera (EOH) handles domestic flights and is much closer to the central venue, but international connections usually route through MDE or Bogotá first.
Is Spanish needed to do business at the show?
Spanish is the working language of the corridors and most conference sessions. Many international exhibitors staff bilingual stands, and organisers usually provide English support for international visitors on request. Prepare Spanish technical datasheets if you are exhibiting.
Is there a ticket price for visiting?
We have not confirmed an entry price for the 2027 edition. Visitor access terms, any fee and the badge categories are published by the organiser on fireexpolatam.com, so check there before booking travel.
Can exhibitors run live demonstrations at the venue?
Live demonstrations involving flames, discharging agents or pressure vessels require organiser and venue approval, and may need fire-service sign-off. Submit your demonstration plan through the exhibitor manual rather than assuming a demo bay is available.
Is there parking at Plaza Mayor?
Plaza Mayor has on-site parking, and central Medellín has commercial car parks within walking distance. Rates are set by the venue operator and are not published in our evidence, so confirm tariffs and hall access when you arrive.
What is the weather like in Medellín in May?
Medellín is mild all year, with May days typically in the mid twenties Celsius and nights around the high teens. May is one of the wetter months, so expect short heavy showers, usually in the afternoon, and pack a compact rain shell.
Can I pay by card in Medellín?
Cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants and at the venue, with the Colombian peso (COP) as the local currency. Keep some COP cash for taxis, small purchases and tips, and tell your bank you are travelling so your card is not blocked.
Which hotels are near the venue?
Central hotels and apart-hotels around La Alpujarra are walkable, while El Poblado, about 20 to 30 minutes by taxi or ride-hail, has the largest concentration of 3 to 4 star options. Laureles is a quieter alternative with good access by metro plus taxi.
Glossary
- Fire detection and alarm system (FDAS)
- The network of smoke, heat and flame detectors, manual call points, sounders and a control panel that raises the alarm and triggers evacuation or suppression interlocks. At Fire Expo Latam, detection is one of the core product families alongside suppression and extinguishing equipment.
- Automatic fire suppression system
- A system that discharges an extinguishing agent without manual intervention: wet or dry sprinklers, water mist, foam, clean-agent gas or CO2. Buyers at the show compare agents by protected asset, occupancy and local code acceptance.
- Passive fire protection (PFP)
- Compartmentation measures that contain fire without needing to activate: fire-rated walls, fire doors, firestop seals, intumescent coatings and fire-resistant ductwork and cabling.
- NFPA standards
- Codes from the US National Fire Protection Association, widely written into Latin American design specifications. Common references include NFPA 13 (sprinklers), NFPA 20 (fire pumps), NFPA 72 (alarm and signalling) and NFPA 25 (inspection and testing).
- NSR-10 Title K
- The fire-safety chapter of Colombia's seismic-resistant construction regulation (NSR-10). Designers and reviewers use it as the local benchmark for egress, compartmentation and protection requirements in new buildings.
- Ley 1575 de 2012
- Colombia's General Firefighter Law, which sets the structure of the national fire service and assigns prevention and response responsibilities to fire departments and public bodies. It underpins much of the institutional demand for equipment shown at the fair.
- SCBA (self-contained breathing apparatus)
- The respiratory protection set used by firefighters and industrial emergency brigades in smoke-filled or toxic atmospheres. Cylinders, harnesses, masks and compressor filling stations appear in the show's equipment segments.
- Fire pump set
- The assembly of electric or diesel main pumps plus a jockey pump that maintains pressure in a hydrant or sprinkler network. Pump sets are usually matched to NFPA 20 or local engineering criteria.
- Hydrant and standpipe network
- Pipes, valves, landing valves, hose reels and outdoor hydrants that supply firefighting water inside and around a building. Valves and hose assemblies are a common comparison point for distributors at the show.
- Clean agent and inert gas suppression
- Total-flooding systems such as FM-200, Novec 1230 or IG-541 used for server rooms, control rooms and archives where water would destroy the asset. Selection depends on volume, hold time and concentration limits.
- Foam concentrate and AFFF transition
- Foam agents used on hydrocarbon and flammable liquid fires. Fluorine-free foam reformulation is reshaping product ranges, so exhibitors at Fire Expo Latam are likely to present alternative concentrates for airports, refineries and tank farms.
- Turnout gear and personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Structural and wildland firefighting clothing, helmets, gloves, boots and visibility gear, plus industrial PPE for plant emergency teams. Certification claims (EN 469, NFPA 1971, local approvals) are normally the deciding factor for buyers.
- Emergency brigade (brigada de emergencias)
- Colombian term for an in-house industrial or commercial response team trained to handle fire, evacuation and first response. Brigades are a major visitor group, sourcing equipment for plants, warehouses and commercial buildings.
- Extinguisher maintenance and recharge
- The service activity covering inspection, hydrostatic testing and refilling of portable extinguishers. In Colombia extinguishers must carry visible maintenance labels, so recharge providers and distributors form a steady buyer base for the fair.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- FirExpo Latam 2027
- Fire Expo Medellín
- Fire Safety Colombia
- FirExpo Latam Medellín 2027
- Medellín CO
- Fire detection and suppression systems
- Fire safety equipment and gear
- Consulting services for fire risk management
- Training programs for fire safety professionals
- Fire detection and suppression systems.
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