Albeit lacking a strong localized security industry, Essen, nevertheless, exerts influence over the major trends within defense and security via its hosting of Security Essen. The preeminent trade fair for the security industry reinforces its status as a leading procurement platform with each new edition. The Digital Networking Security Conference sparked insightful discussions on networked security and addressed the rapid development of interconnected security systems. The fire prevention forum provided practical insights into fire prevention and firefighting. Trade visitors received a firsthand look at new solutions. The Security Experts Forum showcased product innovations from exhibiting companies, allowing industry professionals to stay abreast of the latest advancements. One notable highlight was the engagement of United Nations buyers who utilized the trade fair as a strategic platform to explore UN procurement opportunities and foster connections with exhibiting companies. The BeNeLux Day, organized in collaboration with the German-Dutch Chamber of Commerce and the Dutch Cluster Security Delta, emphasized bilateral exchange with guests from the Netherlands forming the largest group of international trade visitors, closely followed by Belgium. The 5th Training and Further Education Day, hosted by Messe Essen and the Federal Association of the Security Industry (BDSW), centered on recruiting young talent. Trainees, students, and re-trainees from the security industry engaged in a day focused on skill development and industry insights. The exhibition area dedicated to ""video"" emerged as a major draw for visitors, showcasing the continuous evolution of video surveillance technology. CCTV, now a critical part of modern building technology, serves not only as a reactive measure but also as a proactive deterrent. A pivotal moment during the fair was the presentation by NRW's Minister of the Interior Herbert Reul, who unveiled the NRW Economic Protection Situation Report 2021/2022. This report underscored the importance of economic protection in the region.