NFCC Data, Digital and Technology Conference 2025

NFCC Data, Digital and Technology Conference 2025

1st-3rd July 2025, Solihull

The Digital, Data, and Technology (DDaT) Conference hosted by the National Fire Chiefs Council is a pivotal event designed to bring together senior leaders and practitioners in the fire service sector.  

With a focus on digital transformation, data management, and cybersecurity, this conference serves as a platform to explore innovative strategies and technologies shaping the future of firefighting and emergency response.  From transferable examples in other sectors to case studies from our own services, we’ll hear from those leading the way in the DDaT field. 

By harnessing the collective expertise and insights of industry leaders and practitioners, the conference aims to empower fire and rescue services to meet the evolving challenges of the 21st century effectively. 

A full agenda will be available soon. 

Key Themes: 

• Digital Transformation and Innovation: Sessions under this theme delve into leveraging digital technologies to enhance operational efficiency and safety. 

• Data Management and Analytics: This track explores best practices for collecting, analysing, and utilizing data to inform decision-making and planning within fire and rescue services.  

• Cyber security: As digitalisation increases within the fire service sector, ensuring robust cybersecurity measures is paramount. This theme explores threats and how we can be more resilient to them and the opportunities from new technologies. 

Objectives: 

• Knowledge Exchange: Facilitate knowledge sharing among attendees regarding successful digital transformation initiatives, data management strategies, and cybersecurity practices implemented within fire and rescue services nationally and internationally. 

• Networking Opportunities: Provide a platform for senior leaders, practitioners, and technology experts to network, collaborate, and forge partnerships aimed at driving innovation and excellence in emergency response. 

• Professional Development: Offer attendees access to thought-provoking keynote presentations, interactive workshops, and hands-on demonstrations to enhance their skills and expertise in navigating the evolving landscape of DDaT within the fire and rescue sector. 

Audience: 

The conference is aimed at Senior Leaders: Chief Fire Officers and other senior executives responsible for setting strategic direction, policy and procurement within fire and rescue services and Practitioners: Frontline firefighters and operational staff involved in the implementation and utilisation of digital technologies, data management systems, and cybersecurity protocols. If you know of people in your organisation who have never attended an NFCC event and would benefit from attendance, please pass the information on.

Takeaways: 

• Insights into emerging trends and technologies shaping the future of fire and rescue services. 

• Practical strategies for leveraging data and technology to enhance operational effectiveness and public safety. 

• Actionable steps for strengthening cyber security defences and safeguarding critical assets against cyber threats. 

Booking Options 

Tickets will be available to purchase soon.

The conference will begin with registration, lunch and networking at 11.30 on 1st with conference sessions kicking off at 1pm.  The 2nd will be a full day of sessions and the event will conclude with lunch on the 3rd by 2pm.  We will be holding a networking dinner with the DDaT awards on the evening of the 1st but there will be no organised evening event on 2nd, giving delegates the opportunity to make their own plans and explore the area. 

If you are booking an option with no accommodation – i.e. a day ticket we are unable to book separate accommodation for you and you are responsible for booking your own accommodation directly. 

NFCC Digital, Data and Technology Awards 2025 

For 2025, we see the return of the NFCC DDaT Awards which recognise and celebrate the achievements of DDaT activity in fire and rescue services. The presentation of the awards will take place during the networking dinner on the 1st July, where winners will be announced on the night. By nominating an individual or team, you will be supporting their skills, dedication and commitment whilst also helping to raise the profile of prevention and protection work. For all awards, the nomination should be relevant to activities which took place in the period since June 2024. 

The categories are as follows: 

• Inspirational Leader Award 

• Outstanding Practitioner Award 

• Excellence in Data Award 

• Excellence in Digital Award 

• Excellence in Cyber Award 

Further details about each category and criteria can be found here. 

Nominate by clicking this link: https://forms.office.com/e/jTWNKQ4a0T  with a deadline of Friday 23 May 2025. 

Important:  Please do not book tickets that state ‘Bookable by NFCC Staff only’ – these tickets are for speakers and can only be booked by the NFCC events team.  If you book this option you may be charged an additional admin fee to correct the booking. 

Bookings can be made via credit card or invoice with a PO number.  If you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact events@nfcc.org.uk 

Delegates – within 7 working days of the event no refunds can be provided.
Exhibitors – within 7 working days of the event no refunds for accommodation can be provided.
We are unable to accept stand cancellations within 21 workings days of the event. 

Sponsors and Exhibitors 

Information on sponsorship and exhibiting at the event can be found here. If you would like to discuss attendance please email the team at events@nfcc.org.uk