Milipol Qatar displays transformative technology & cybersecurity

Leading security industry players from around the world are arriving in Doha in readiness for this week’s Milipol Qatar 2022 – the 14th edition of the Middle East’s only event dedicated to homeland security and civil defence.

Held under the patronage of His Highness the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani and the French ministry of Interior, the 14th edition of Milipol Qatar, – a three-day exhibition and two-day probing conference – will run at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre from May 24-26. It will welcome participants from 22 nations across Europe, the Middle East, Asia and North America with over a third – 60% – being event newcomers. The show will host five international industry national pavilions representing France – the largest housing over 20 companies, North America, Germany, Italy and, for the first time, Austria. Milipol Qatar 2022 will also host first-time exhibitors from 8 countries: Australia, Canada, Cyprus, Croatia, Finland, India, Netherlands and Slovakia.

The event is organised by Qatar’s Ministry of Interior in partnership with Paris-based international event organiser Comexposium, acting on behalf of the GIE Milipol headed by Civipol, the cooperation implementer of the French ministry of the Interior.

Coming against a forecast backdrop for the Middle East’s homeland security of 14.5% annual growth until 2025, according to marketresearchengine.com, this edition of Milipol Qatar puts a heightened focus on mega events safety and cybersecurity.

“Qatar readies to host the FIFA Wold Cup 2022 and bids to host the 2032 Olympic Games. Therefore, mega events safety and cybersecurity are not only two of the main drivers of global markets; they are also particularly relevant for the State of Qatar and for the region.” commented Prefect Yann Jounot, President of Milipol events and CEO of Civipol. “This year’s show is a technology powerhouse for global players planning to launch new advanced systems and products. Advanced technological homeland security and civil defence solutions make up the largest exhibitor contingent: 35% of them are involved in authentication, access control and surveillance; 20% are specialized in information technology and cyber security and 10% are focused on crisis management and civil emergencies response, prevention of and response to major risks, and protection against fire.”