ASFP Awards 2025 reveal the passive fire projects setting new benchmarks

ASFP Awards 2025 mark record entry levels

The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) celebrated the ASFP Awards 2025 with a record field of entries recognising achievements in passive fire protection across the built environment.

The organisation said the ceremony highlighted individuals, companies and projects that have advanced safety and professionalism in the sector.

ASFP reported that categories covered installation projects, innovation, digital tools, training, marketing, customer service, advocacy and long-term contribution.

The 2025 awards formed part of its 50th birthday year activities.

Project and innovation winners span heritage and redevelopment

ASFP reported that Checkmate Fire Solutions won Small-Scale Installation Project of the Year for its passive fire protection upgrades at Springfield Mount for the University of Leeds.

The association stated that the scheme involved a series of Victorian residential buildings and was recognised for combining sensitive heritage refurbishment with current fire-safety requirements on a project under £1 million.

Kilnbridge Fire Protection received Large-Scale Installation Project of the Year for its role in the Olympia redevelopment.

ASFP said the Kilnbridge team coordinated more than 32,000 compliant passive fire protection installations across one of the UK’s most complex multi-plot sites.

Siderise was named Innovation Project of the Year for a pleated rainscreen cavity barrier solution developed for the G-Gate building at Olympia.

According to ASFP, the bespoke design addressed the building’s unconventional façade geometry and was cited as an example of collaborative fire safety engineering.

Quelfire won Digital Innovation of the Year for its QuelSelector tool.

The association described QuelSelector as an intuitive, free-to-use system that supports firestopping product selection and compliance by reducing errors and improving workflow efficiency across the supply chain.

ASFP Awards training and academic achievements recognised

ASFP stated that Siderise, Corrodere and Isoler received Training Recognition awards.

The association said these organisations were acknowledged for training programmes that link regulatory requirements, product knowledge and on-site installation practice.

Level 2 and Level 3 Academic Achievements were awarded to Stephen Richards of Avert Fire and Rick Cullen of Intoheat.

ASFP reported that Stephen Richards achieved the highest score at Level 2, while Rick Cullen achieved the highest score at Level 3.

The association noted that these academic awards recognised emerging professionals who are investing in their technical development in passive fire protection.

Customer service, advocacy and lifetime honours announced

ASFP confirmed that Quelfire also received Marketing Campaign of the Year for its “Because It’s Your Job to Know” campaign.

The association said the campaign was recognised for promoting shared responsibility in passive fire protection practice.

GSI Contract Services and Nullifire were named Supplier Relationship of the Year.

ASFP stated that the partnership was highlighted for its collaborative technical approach, including the launch of GSI’s training academy supported by Nullifire.

Optima Systems received Customer Service of the Year for the work of its OPTech team.

The association said the team was recognised for delivering rapid, evidence-based guidance that supports compliance on complex projects.

Margherita Mullis of Promat was named Rising Star of the Year.

ASFP reported that she was recognised for work across product development, regulatory alignment and cross-industry collaboration.

Nineteen Group received Advocate of the Year.

The association cited its role in promoting fire safety awareness across the construction and events sectors.

ASFP presented the Lifetime Contribution Award to Niall Rowan.

The association said he was honoured for decades of work to improve standards, deepen technical understanding and promote a safer built environment.

Past winners of the Regatta Challenge were also recognised, with Belgrade Insulations, Consort and CLM Fireproofing receiving their trophies at the ceremony.

ASFP reflects on 50th anniversary awards

ASFP said the awards provided an opportunity to review progress in passive fire protection as the association marked its 50th year.

The organisation added that the event showcased the breadth of activity across project delivery, training, innovation and advocacy.

Mike Ward, ASFP Managing Director, said: “The ASFP Awards 2025 highlighted the shared commitment across the sector to continued improvement.

“Each winner represents the very best of passive fire protection – a community dedicated to safeguarding lives and the future of the built environment.

“Thank you to all the nominees, sponsors, and our incredible team of internal staff who made this year happen so smoothly.

“It was an honour to host this industry-leading event on the ASFP’s 50th birthday year.

“2025 has been a whirlwind of successes, and we vow not to slow down anytime soon.

“2026 promises to be a year of innovation, expansion, and shared collaboration.

“See you all at next year’s awards.”