Fireworks for International Events

Shell Shock is recognized as the leading UK-based company working internationally.

For 20 years we have provided displays in many different countries and have a wealth of experience in the international transportation of explosives and in meeting a wide range of cultural expectations.

Our crews are accustomed to working in different climates and conditions and really relish the challenges of displays outside of the UK.


Hotel Opening, Addis Ababa


International Credits Include:

Bahrain - Accession Day
India - Afro/Asian Games Opening & Closing Ceremonies
Ethiopia - Sheraton Hotel Opening – Addis Ababa
Ethiopian New Year’s Eve Celebrations – 12 displays in total
Bahrain National Day displays (20+ displays in total)
UAE: Celebrations for Sheikh Zayed’s rule.
Oman – Three National Day displays.  Display for HM Queen Elizabeth’s visit to the Gulf.
Libya – Opening of The Great Manmade River Project
Europe & Far East – U2’s Zooropa & Zoomerang tours
Qatar – National Day display
Qatar – Opening of the Grand Prix Circuit, Doha’
Plus displays in Tanzania, Spain,Geneva, France, Italy, Norway

Ryder Cup, Algeciras, Spain African Millennium, Addis Ababa

Shell Shock Delivers

International displays require considerable planning and a longer period of notice than for national performances is preferable – however with the help of a Military plane, Shell Shock was able to produce a thundering display in Al Ain with just 4 days notice!
National Day Celebrations, Bahrain