TRADE shows have re-emerged as essential hubs for business growth, fuelling face-to-face interactions that digital connections simply cannot replicate. In a post-pandemicera, where companies and professionals have once again recognised the power of in-person networking, trade shows have proven critical for fostering relationships, sparking innovation, and driving success across industries.
Trade shows offer unmatched opportunities for businesses to showcase their offerings, engage directly with potential clients, and cultivate valuable partnerships, making them a cornerstone for companies looking to expand their reach and solidify their place in a competitive market. The four co-located shows — Securex South Africa, A-OSH EXPO, Facilities Management Expo, and Firexpo — provide Africa’s largest collection of security, occupational safety and health (OSH), facilities management, and fire safety solutions in one venue. Returning to Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand from 3 to 5 June 2025, the exhibitions provide quick and easy access to the most comprehensive technologies and services geared towards enhancing security and safety, facilities optimisation, and personnel wellbeing and comfort.
“By co-locating these expos, we provide visitors with an opportunity to focus their decision-making and buying efforts over a comprehensive three-day period. They save time and costs in sourcing the solutions they need, thereby not only finding products and services that match their specific requirements, but also adding to their profitability and productivity. We welcomed a combined total of 10 898 visitors to the 2024 events, making this a must-add element for organisations seeking an excellent ROI in their marketing spend,” says Mark Anderson, portfolio director at Specialised Exhibitions (a division of Montgomery Group).
Anderson points out that not only do visitors have access to thousands of security, safety, and FM products and services, but there are several visitor attractions that enhance the event experience.
- Securex South Africa: free-to-attend Securex Seminar Theatre, SAIDSA Techman Competition, Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs), K9 demos, and drone demonstration area.
- A-OSH EXPO: free-to-attend Saiosh Seminar Theatre and the Working at Height and Safety Seminar Theatre.
- Facilities Management Expo: free-to-attend Facilities Management Seminar Theatre.
- Firexpo: free-to-attend Firexpo Seminar Theatre.
“With over half a decade of successfully organising and facilitating leading industry trade shows, Specialised Exhibitions brings a tired-and-test formula to exhibitions. Our exhibitions bring together the suppliers and manufacturers of high-quality products and services with industry professionals tasked with finding these solutions. The feedback we receive from both exhibitors and visitors highlights our ability to create a networking platform that takes the guesswork out of ‘smart shopping,” says Anderson.
“We encourage both potential exhibitors and visitors to visit the four shows websites to find out more about each exhibition. They can be easily accessed at: www.securex.co.za, www.a-osh.co.za, www.fmexpo.co.za, and www.firexpo.co.za. Organisations wishing to exhibit at Securex South Africa, A-OSH EXPO, Facilities Management Expo, or Firexpo 2025 can contact the 4 shows 2025 team on zelda.jordaan@montgomerygroup.com or johan.vanheerden@montgomerygroup.com to book a space or capitalise on a sponsorship opportunity,” says Anderson.
For more information: https://www.montgomerygroup.com/africa
