A JOINT venture between Bahrain-based Yusif bin Yusif Fakhro (YBYF) and a global provider of fire safety solutions hopes to take fire protection to new levels in the country.

The recent outbreak of fires across the region should be seen as a signal for governments, organisations and communities to ensure that world standard safeguards are in place, says Yusuf Abdulrahman Fakhro, director of YBYF.

Figures show that the incidence of fires is on the rise in some countries, including Bahrain, and that there is a reported increase in fire-related deaths and injuries.

“Human lives, homes and resources are of paramount importance and we must take the spate of fire-related incidences as serious warning signs and take measures to ensure that the right fire safety systems are in place, across the board,” Fakhro stresses.

He indicates that Safe & Sound, a division of YBYF, has recently joined forces with Eurotech Fire Systems, a leading provider of international standard fire safety systems. “It is a timely decision for us to enter this critical sector with a world leader. Eurotech is considered a pioneer in the sector with a sterling track record in fire protection systems. Indeed, they have been recognised as dedicated visionaries in the life safety industry,” Fakhro says.

The joint venture brings the nationally and internationally certified fire detection system Eurotech – which has a strong presence in Oman and the UAE – to Bahrain. Fakhro says that Eurotech features one of the most experienced and technically qualified teams in the fire detection and alarm industry, offering implementation, management and overall maintenance services related to the system.

Eurotech Fire, which provides a single branded approved fire detection system, certified to national and international standards, was awarded the internationally recognised ISO 9001 certification earlier this year for sales and supply of fire detection, emergency lighting and call systems by the British Assessment Bureau. This accreditation is a reflection of Eurotech’s ongoing commitment to its clients’ quality requirements and demonstrates the robust controls it has in place for all the activities and functions concerned with the supply of services to its clients, says the UK-based company.
“Eurotech is passionate about creating fire detection products that save lives, protect investments and so help nurture society,” says Tim Williams, export sales manager for Eurotech. “We have observed the unfortunate spike in fire-related incidents across the Middle East and it is imperative for us to leverage our inherent strengths, of products, support and systems, to minimise re-occurrences.”

Williams notes that YBYF’s Safe & Sound is the ideal partner for Eurotech: “Yusif bin Yusif Fakhro is a perfect match for us. They bring 30 years of experience to the table, and share our sentiments on safety, service and sustainability.”

Ajai Datta, general manager of the Safe & Sound division, says that the joint venture looks to introduce Eurotech’s comprehensive product range to residential and commercial property developers in the public and private sector, to real estate owners, contractors, and to the industry in Bahrain at large.