DAS Fire confirms senior appointments to support data centre fire safety
Iain Hoey
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Leadership appointments at DAS Fire
DAS Fire has announced a series of leadership changes in December 2025 as it continues to support fire detection and suppression projects for the data centre sector from its base in Reading, UK.
The company confirmed that Dave Parry has taken on the role of Managing Director with responsibility for guiding ongoing expansion.
He brings experience in leadership roles and is expected to focus on maintaining technically robust solutions and customer service.
DAS Fire stated that these appointments mark a new phase in the company’s development.
Claire Owens, Chief Executive Officer of Alpine Group, said: “These changes represent an important step forward for DAS Fire, we are deeply grateful to Stuart for his leadership and lasting contributions.
“We are deeply grateful to Stuart for his leadership and lasting contributions.
“With Dave’s experience and Paul’s continued dedication, we are well-positioned to build on our strong foundation and deliver the innovation, reliability, and service that our clients have come to expect.”
The company reiterated its commitment to delivering advanced, client-focused solutions and to maintaining high standards of quality, safety and customer satisfaction.
Stuart Parker to support DAS Fire as consultant
According to DAS Fire, long-serving leader Stuart Parker will step back from day-to-day responsibilities.
He will continue to work with the business in a consulting capacity.
The company said this arrangement allows DAS Fire to retain his detailed knowledge of the organisation and the sectors it serves.
His ongoing involvement is intended to provide continuity for existing projects and customers.
DAS Fire highlighted his long-standing commitment to the business and its growth.
Executive director role focused on customer engagement
DAS Fire confirmed that Paul Darke has assumed the role of Executive Director.
In this position he will continue to lead customer engagement activities.
He will also be responsible for commercial partnerships with organisations that work with DAS Fire.
The company said this role is central to maintaining its reputation for service and technical expertise.
DAS Fire added that the leadership structure is designed to support its work in the data centre sector.
How DAS Fire leadership changes relate to safety-focused clients
DAS Fire supplies fire detection and suppression services to the data centre sector, so leadership continuity is closely tied to how projects are delivered and supported.
The appointment of Dave Parry as Managing Director defines who will oversee the company’s expansion, technical delivery and customer service priorities.
The continued involvement of Stuart Parker in a consulting capacity means existing relationships and operational knowledge remain accessible to ongoing projects.
For customer-facing work, the Executive Director role held by Paul Darke clarifies who leads engagement on commercial partnerships and client service.
These developments are directly relevant for data centre facility managers who rely on fire-detection and suppression partners, and for system installers and fire-protection contractors who integrate such solutions.
Clear leadership responsibilities at DAS Fire can help these stakeholders understand decision-making routes, technical escalation paths and who to contact for planning and future upgrades.