International fire-fighting expert appointed as AFSI consultant

Neil Wallington, a former UK Chief Fire Officer, government advisor on fire service issues and International President of the Institution of Fire Engineers, is to assist in the compilation of a fire-related programme, which will be part of the dual-pronged focus of the AFSI conference.

Wallington holds the Queen's Commendation for Brave Conduct for his leadership in a major London hotel blaze incident and La Croix de Chevalier Est Accordee for services in the cause of international fire brigade relationships

'Neil's career has taken him through the ranks of professional fire fighting and culminated in his authoring of several technical books and papers devoted to this crucial industry,' said Clive Richardson, Chief Executive, F&E.

'His AFSI conference input will be invaluable in ensuring that the event meets the specific needs of industry professionals in this rapidly evolving sector.'

The AFSI conference will focus individually on fire and security issues with delegates being given hands-on demonstrations of the latest international methods and technology.

AFSI will be held at the Airport Expo Dubai from April 27-29, 2003. It is aimed at addressing the fire and security challenges facing the global aviation industry.

'The needs of the international aerospace sector differ enormously from other industries and now more than ever deserve an international event of their own. AFSI will meet this need,' said Richardson.

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