A Calgary-made innovation for worker safety has been named a 2025 Firehouse Innovation Award winner. Blackline Safety’s EXO 8 “sets a new standard as the only area monitor that detects eight different gases and gamma radiation in a single, rugged, portable device,” according to the reviewers from Firehouse, a media platform targeting the firefighting industry. […]
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Alberta Tech Firms Shine in Canada’s Top Growing Companies 2025
The Globe and Mail’s Report on Business has released its seventh annual ranking of Canada’s Top Growing Companies, celebrating 400 businesses across the country that achieved impressive three-year revenue growth. Alberta’s tech sector once again made a strong showing, with a number of companies earning recognition for their sustained momentum and innovation. PurposeMed (#23, 1,459% […]
Blackline Safety Adds Global AI Leader Vasi Philomin to Board
Calgary-based Blackline Safety has appointed Vasi Philomin, Executive Vice President of Data and AI at Siemens and the creator of Amazon Bedrock, to its Board of Directors. The move follows a string of recent milestones for the company, including the expansion of its in-house quality assurance program in Calgary and its first purchase order from […]
Blackline Safety Secures Landmark Agreement with Abu Dhabi National Oil Company
Calgary’s Blackline Safety has landed a major international win with the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), one of the world’s largest energy producers, placing its first purchase order under a new multi-year agreement for up to 28,000 Blackline devices and services. The deal was secured through Blackline’s regional channel partner, Al Masaood. The initial […]
Blackline Safety Expands QA Program to Protect More Workers, More Reliably
Calgary-based Blackline Safety is doubling down on its mission to protect workers in some of the world’s most hazardous environments, announcing a major expansion of its in-house quality assurance (QA) program. From lone oilfield workers to firefighters and power grid technicians, every device the company ships will now face more rigorous testing than ever before. […]
Blackline Safety Honoured with Calgary Award for Social Impact
Calgary-based Blackline Safety has been awarded the 2025 Calgary Award for Social Impact – Business, one of the city’s highest honours recognizing outstanding contributions to the community. Presented annually by the City of Calgary, the award celebrates companies that demonstrate a clear and lasting commitment to improving lives and strengthening communities. Blackline Safety, a global […]
Calgary’s Blackline Safety Celebrates Industry Recognition for EXO 8 Innovation
Blackline Safety this month earned multiple awards for its recently launched EXO 8 product. The Calgary company’s suite of tech-forward safety products helps emergency teams improve situational awareness and make informed decisions in high-risk environments. Safety solutions include connected wearables, portable area monitors, and cloud-based software that provide live monitoring, automatic incident alerts, and location-based […]
Blackline Safety Sees 175% Surge in Fire and Hazmat Adoption
As risks to frontline emergency responders grow, Canadian safety technology leader Blackline Safety has reported a record 175% increase in fire and hazmat customers over the past year — marking a new high in adoption of its connected safety solutions. The number of fire and hazmat teams using Blackline’s cloud-connected personal and area monitors jumped […]
Blackline Safety Named Among World’s Most Innovative Companies
Calgary’s Blackline Safety, a global leader in connected safety technology, has been named to Fast Company’s prestigious list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2025. The annual ranking celebrates organizations driving progress across industries through bold innovation, with this year’s honorees including Waymo, Nvidia, and Kraft Heinz. Blackline earned its spot on the list […]
Blackline Safety Celebrates 20 Years With Innovation and $20K Donation
Blackline Safety, a global leader in safety technology, marked its 20th anniversary at its Calgary headquarters with a showcase of its cutting-edge innovations that are advancing Alberta’s high-tech manufacturing industry and redefining workplace safety worldwide. As part of the celebration, Blackline Safety CEO and Chair Cody Slater announced a $20,000 donation to Threads of Life, […]