Solas Safety & Fire Protection

What Solas Safety & Fire Protection does

Solas Safety & Fire Protection Services L.L.C (Solas Fire) is the fire detection, fire suppression, gas detection, and security systems division of Solas Marine Services Group, established in Dubai, UAE. The company provides engineering, contracting, installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance services to the building, industrial, marine and offshore, oil and gas (onshore and downstream), and defense sectors across the Middle East and Asia. Engineers and technicians are certified by Dubai Civil Defence and trained by OEM manufacturers, with the company also holding ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and Lloyd's Register Type Approval certifications.

The product portfolio covers addressable and aspirating fire detection, fixed and wireless gas detection (including H2S systems), clean agent suppression (FM-200, Novec 1230, CO2, foam, water mist, inert gas), water sprinkler systems, breathing air compressors and cascade systems, CCTV and intrusion alarms, public address and emergency voice communication, helideck lighting, navigation aids, and a Lloyd's Register-approved GRP cabinet line. Solas Fire is an authorized reseller and integrator for Honeywell, Kidde Fire Systems, Bauer Kompressoren, Survitec, Zodiac Milpro, and Wrexham mineral cables, and holds certification relationships with DNV GL, Lloyd's Register, Bureau Veritas, and ABS.

The business model combines project-based engineering and installation contracts with recurring maintenance and re-certification services mandated by Dubai Civil Defence, supplemented by rental of detection, suppression, and H2S safety equipment and an e-commerce catalog of 138+ products. Go-to-market is enterprise field sales targeting oil and gas clients (including ADNOC), EPCs, marine operators, and government entities, with on-site no-charge assessments followed by all-inclusive quotations. Marketing relies heavily on trade-show participation at INTERSEC, NAVDEX, and Albwardy Damen maritime events, alongside a regional service station network and a web-based service station locator.

Name

Solas Safety & Fire Protection

Legal name

Solas Safety & Fire Protection Services L.L.C

Website

https://solasfire.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1988

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Solas Safety & Fire Protection Services, part of Solas Marine Services Group, provides fire detection, suppression, gas detection, and security system engineering, installation, and maintenance for the building, marine, oil & gas, and industrial sectors across the Middle East and Asia.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Fire Protection and Life Safety Services

NAICS

Security Systems Services (56162)

SIC

Measuring & Controlling Devices, Nec (3829), Services-Equipment Rental & Leasing, Nec (7359), Oil & Gas Field Services, Nec (1389)

akta.pro primary industry

Fire Protection Systems Contracting (Sprinklers, Alarms, Suppression) (IMAFALAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Special Hazard Fire Suppression Systems (Clean Agent/Foam/CO2/Kitchen Hood) (IMAIAJAE), Marine Safety, Alarm & Monitoring Systems (Fire/Gas, IAS, PA/GA) (IMAJAJAG), Life-Saving Appliances & Safety Equipment (Davit Systems, Lifeboats, Firefighting) (IMAJAIAG), Hazardous Materials (IMDG) & Dangerous Goods Compliance Services (TLAHANAH)

Keywords

• Fire detection systems
• Fire protection engineering
• Gas detection solutions
• Marine safety equipment
• Building fire safety

Headquarters

HQ city

Dubai

HQ country

United Arab Emirates

HQ region

Middle East

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: Supply of fire detection, fire protection, gas detection, and safety equipment including fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems, breathing apparatus, CCTV, and specialized cables
2. Engineering and Contracting Services: Design, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of fire detection, fire protection systems and security systems for building and industrial sectors
3. Maintenance and Re-certification Services: Complete service, maintenance and re-certification of fixed and portable fire and safety systems as per Dubai Civil Defence requirements
4. Rental Equipment: Rental of detection systems, protection systems, and H2S safety technicians for temporary or project-based needs

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Solas Safety & Fire Protection Services L.L.C (Solas Fire) is part of the Solas Marine Services Group and provides engineering, contracting, installation, testing and commissioning of fire detection, fire protection, gas detection, and security systems for the building, industrial, marine, oil and gas, and government sectors. The company supplies and integrates equipment from OEMs such as Honeywell, Kidde, Bauer, Survitec, and Zodiac Milpro, and delivers ongoing maintenance, re-certification, and rental services aligned with Dubai Civil Defence and SOLAS requirements.

Product overview

Solas Safety & Fire Protection Services is part of the Solas Marine Services Group, providing comprehensive fire detection, fire protection, and security systems for Building and Industrial sectors. The company operates as a solutions provider offering design, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning services. The product portfolio includes Fire Detection Systems (addressable systems, aspirating smoke detection), Gas Detection Systems (fixed, wireless, portable detectors from Honeywell), Fire Suppression Systems (water sprinklers, clean agent FM-200/Novec 1230, CO2, foam, chemical systems), Breathing Air Systems (compressors, SCBA, cascade systems), Security Systems (CCTV, intrusion alarms), Navigation Aids (obstruction lights, helideck lighting), and Communication Systems (PA systems, emergency voice communication). The company also provides extensive maintenance and certification services for all systems, operating under Dubai Civil Defence requirements with ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 certifications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Fire Detection Systems
• Gas Detection Systems
• Fire Suppression Systems
• Marine Fire Suppression Systems
• Fire Fighting Equipment
• Breathing Air Systems
• H2S Safety Systems
• CCTV and Security Systems
• Emergency Voice Communication Systems
• Navigation Aid and Lighting Systems
• Helideck Equipment and Lighting
• Marine Life-Saving Equipment and Servicing
• Engineering, Installation, Testing and Commissioning Services
• Maintenance and Re-certification Services
• Enclosure Integrity Testing
• Equipment Rental Services
• Fire Resistant Mineral Insulated Cables
• GRP Fire Equipment Cabinets

Quantifiable outcome

• 25+ years of industrial fire protection project completion

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and strategic.

• HoneywellcoreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized reseller and integrator of Honeywell fire and gas detection products including Searchline Excel, FS20X and FS24X flame detectors, Touchpoint controllers, Sensepoint detectors, and BW gas detection equipment.
• Kidde Fire SystemscoreTechnology or IntegrationPartner for ADS Clean Agent Fire Suppression Systems, FM200 Systems, and Novec 1230 Systems for fire protection applications.
• Bauer KompressorencoreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized distributor of Bauer breathing air compressors including Mariner series, Junior II, Verticus, Unicus, and O13 offshore packages for breathing air systems.
• Survitec GroupmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Survitec Zodiac liferafts, lifejackets, and survival equipment for marine safety applications.
• Zodiac MilpromajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Zodiac Milpro inflatable boats, rescue boats, and marine safety equipment.
• Wrexham Mineral CablescoreTechnology or IntegrationSupplier of fire resistant mineral insulated copper cables for fire protection and emergency systems.
• DNV GLstrategicOthersMarine classification society providing vessel certification and inspection services; Solas Marine Services Group holds certifications from multiple classification societies.
• Lloyd's RegisterstrategicOthersMarine classification and type approval certification for products including GRP fire equipment cabinets.
• Bureau VeritasstrategicOthersMarine classification society providing vessel certification services in the Middle East region.
• ABS (American Bureau of Shipping)strategicOthersMarine classification society certification for vessels and offshore installations.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Al Salem Johnson Controls: Saudi-based HVAC, controls, and fire protection systems integrator. Regional competitor focused on Saudi Arabia's commercial and industrial fire protection market.

Broad incumbents

• Dräger: Global incumbent in gas detection, breathing protection, and safety technology. Overlaps with Solas's gas detection, SCBA, and H2S safety offerings across oil & gas and marine verticals.
• Kidde Fire Systems: Manufacturer of clean agent and special hazard fire suppression systems (FM-200, Novec 1230, ADS). Both a partner and competitor, since Kidde can pursue direct end-user relationships in the Gulf.
• MSA Safety: Global safety equipment manufacturer with strong gas detection, fixed systems, and breathing apparatus portfolios. Competes head-on with Solas on Honeywell/BW-style portable and fixed gas detection deployments in oil & gas.
• Johnson Controls: Global building technologies and fire detection/suppression integrator with extensive Middle East presence. Competes with Solas in commercial and industrial fire protection contracting.
• Honeywell: Tier-1 supplier of fire and gas detection products that Solas integrates. As a principal and broad incumbent, Honeywell can bypass integrators on large EPC scopes, posing a margin-side threat to Solas's integration model.

Direct peers

• SFFECO (Saudi Factory for Fire Equipment Co.): Saudi Arabian manufacturer and supplier of fire protection systems, firefighting equipment, and safety solutions. Direct competitor across fire detection, suppression, and gas detection in GCC markets with comparable product breadth.
• VFP Fire Systems: US-based distributor and integrator of special hazard fire suppression systems (FM-200, Novec 1230, CO2, foam). Comparable systems integration business model in clean agent and special hazard suppression.
• NAFFCO: UAE-based global manufacturer and integrator of fire protection, fire fighting, and safety systems. Closest direct peer given overlapping Middle East fire protection contracting focus, Dubai Civil Defence compliance, and similar building/industrial/oil & gas customer base.
• Koorsen Fire & Security: US-based fire protection and security systems service provider combining inspection, installation, and monitoring across detection and suppression. Comparable services-led business model and recurring maintenance revenue mix.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCcpqKcpWtITHlaYE8YfXwSg
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Compliance6 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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