ABOUT THE FAIR
The Disaster Vehicle Expo is a highly specialised international trade exhibition dedicated to emergency response vehicles, fleet management and mobile infrastructure for disaster relief, crisis management and humanitarian operations. Open exclusively to trade professionals, the event serves as a leading platform for organisations, government agencies and companies involved in the development, procurement and deployment of vehicles and mobile solutions for emergency and disaster response.
The exhibition takes place at the prestigious Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. As one of South Florida’s principal commercial and transportation hubs, the city occupies a strategically important position on the Atlantic coast. The region is regularly affected by hurricanes, tropical storms, flooding and other severe weather events, making Fort Lauderdale an especially relevant setting for an exhibition focused on innovative solutions for disaster response, emergency preparedness and crisis management.
The Disaster Vehicle Expo is organised by Fortem International Ltd., a UK-based organiser of international exhibitions and conferences. The company delivers specialist events around the world covering security, defence, emergency management, infrastructure and resilience, and has established itself as a key facilitator connecting industry, government bodies and emergency response organisations.
The exhibition focuses on advanced emergency and rescue vehicles, mobile command centres, crisis communications, fleet management and self-sufficient infrastructure for deployment in disaster zones. Exhibits include flood rescue vehicles, fire and wildfire response vehicles, search-and-rescue vehicles designed for remote and difficult terrain, mobile command units, communications vehicles, mobile medical facilities, emergency power solutions and innovative technologies for the rapid deployment and support of response personnel. Particular emphasis is placed on robust, off-road capable and network-enabled systems that can operate reliably under extreme conditions, including floods, storms, hurricanes, wildfires and the failure of critical infrastructure.
The event provides industry professionals with a comprehensive overview of the latest developments and emerging trends in mobile disaster response. Key highlights include live demonstrations of modern emergency vehicles, practical conference sessions, expert panel discussions and showcases of innovative technologies designed to enhance fleet resilience and operational readiness. In addition, the exhibition promotes knowledge sharing and collaboration between manufacturers, public authorities, emergency services and decision-makers.
Exhibitors represent a broad range of sectors, including vehicle manufacturing, firefighting and rescue equipment, communications and information technology, energy supply, logistics, medical technology, the security and defence industries, and providers of mobile infrastructure and support solutions. The exhibitor profile is further strengthened by engineering consultancies, technology companies, systems integrators and specialist suppliers serving the disaster management and emergency response sectors.
Key visitor groups include representatives from disaster management agencies, fire and rescue services, emergency medical services, civil protection organisations, military support units, municipal emergency management teams, infrastructure operators, humanitarian organisations and public-sector fleet managers. Procurement specialists and operational decision-makers from the public safety sector also form an important part of the audience. As such, the exhibition brings together the principal stakeholders responsible for disaster preparedness, response and recovery.
With its dedicated focus on vehicles and mobile operational infrastructure, the Disaster Vehicle Expo occupies a distinctive position within the international trade fair landscape. The Broward County Convention Center offers modern exhibition and conference facilities close to Fort Lauderdale’s port and business district, with excellent transport links. The venue is easily accessible from both Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and Miami International Airport and is located near a wide range of hotels, restaurants, Port Everglades cruise port, and the region’s key commercial and tourism centres. This creates an ideal environment for international knowledge exchange, professional networking and the presentation of forward-looking solutions for disaster and crisis management.
The Disaster Vehicle Expo Florida will take place on 2 days from Tuesday, 02. March to Wednesday, 03. March 2027 in Fort Lauderdale.