Communication resilience for frontline services is on the agenda in 2027. British Apco 2027 takes place in Liverpool and focuses on networks, control room systems and the operational tools used by police, fire and ambulance services.
Dates and venue for British Apco 2027
British Apco 2027 runs from 23 to 24 March 2027 at ACC Liverpool. The two-day format combines an exhibition floor with technical sessions curated by the professional association behind the show.
On-site zones and highlights
The event programme includes dedicated areas such as the AWS Partner Zone, Ordnance Survey GeoZone, Public Safety User Zone and a Wellness Zone. There are Tech Tours and a CPD accredited conference. The organisers list 27 exhibitors for the edition.
Exhibitor mix and target audience
Exhibitors span radio and network suppliers, control room software vendors and public sector organisations tied to public safety. Recent exhibitor names on the site range from large technology firms to specialist telecoms providers. The audience is mainly technical leads from emergency services, ESN project managers and infrastructure suppliers.
Programme format to use for outreach
Conference tracks are split to address people and strategy in Theatre A, practical technology showcases in Theatre B and interactive sessions in The Huddle. Roundtables and technical tours provide settings where product demonstrations can be shown in operational contexts. An annual dinner is also part of the programme.
How to approach B2B prospection at the show
- Targeted demos: focus on interoperability and operational metrics rather than broad feature lists; Theatre B and Tech Tours are the right context for hands-on demos.
- Prioritise meetings: book short pre-arranged slots with product owners and procurement leads and use partner zones to secure technical follow-ups.
- Collateral: bring concise case studies showing deployment outcomes in similar services and evidence of regulatory or ESN compliance.
- Messaging: centre conversations on measurable operational improvements such as voice and data availability, redundancy and secure comms in critical incidents.
Numbers and editorial focus
The edition lists 27 exhibitors and concentrates on interoperability, operational mapping and cloud-enabled services for emergency response. The organisers position the show as closely linked to the emergency services community.
Final note and link
For companies targeting public safety buyers, plan technically focused demos and request participation in Tech Tours or partner zones to maximise face time with decision makers. Full logistical details and the exhibitor directory are available on the official site http://www.bapco-show.co.uk
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