GROW YOUR NETWORK
 

Every year, guests and representatives from police, ambulance, fire & rescue, search & rescue, and voluntary sectors gather from across Europe to meet at the NEC Birmingham. 

Join us at The Emergency Services Show to unlock collaborative knowledge sharing, enhance response capabilities, and redefine the future of the field through transformative networking opportunities.

NETWORKING DRINKS

Throughout the two days, we have a host of networking drinks at the Networking Café sponsored YPO. Join us and connect with colleagues, friends and peers.

  • Coffee morning | Day 1 | 09:00 - 10:00   The Tech Bar (Hall 4) 
  • Happy hour | Day 1 | 13:00 - 14:00 Networking Cafe (Hall 5)
  • Networking Drinks | Day 1 | 17:00 - 18:30 Networking Cafe (Hall 5) 

#SheServesToo - Women in Emergency Services 

Join us for our dedicated #SheServesToo networking drinks where we will celebrate women in the emergency services. Connect with peers and allies, share stories, spark new collaborations, and raise a glass to the incredible contributions of women on the front lines. Plus, don’t miss out on our exciting giveaways! Find out more here>>

Day 1: 16:00 - 17:00

Location: Community Hub (Hall 5)

UNSUNG HERO DRINKS

Come raise a glass to the heroes among us at our exclusive Unsung Heroes Happy Hour during ESS 2025.

This is your chance to connect with the emergency services community and honour the stories that inspired us all. Let's celebrate together!

Day 2:  13:00 - 14:00
Location: Tech Bar (Hall 4)

Come in your uniform and take a free professional headshot worth £150. 

VIP LOUNGE

The VIP Lounge offered an elevated experience at the show during exhibition hours, the ideal area to expand your network. Invite only.

  • Invite only

NETWORKING CAFÉ

Take a break and visit the networking cafe to relax and recharge. Located at the heart of the event, it's the perfect spot to reconnect with your contacts while enjoying a meal or snack. Brought to you by

YPO

Tech Bar

Pop by the Tech Bar, the buzzing hub of excitement where live music, refreshing drinks, and much more await!

Whether you're seeking inspiration, networking opportunities, or a moment to unwind in style, the Tech Bar is the place to be.

GET YOUR FREE TICKET

Join us for 2 days of vital content, register for The Emergency Services Show and The Emergency Tech Show.

THE EMERGENCY
TECH SHOW

Join the UK’s largest showcase of emerging technologies and innovations that are driving change in emergency services.

ENQUIRE ABOUT EXHIBITING

Get in touch today to see how we can boost your sales pipeline when you exhibit at The Emergency Services Show.