UK Fencing Industry Awards 2025 – Entries Now Open & Sponsors Announced!
The UK Fencing Industry Awards 2025 is set to be bigger and better than ever, taking place on Thursday, 13th November at Mercedes-Benz World. With entries now open, it’s time to celebrate the exceptional talent, projects, and innovation that make the fencing industry thrive.
Meet Our Sponsors
We’re proud to introduce our category sponsors, whose support helps make this event possible:
- 🌾 Agricultural & Equine Contractor of the Year – Tornado Wire
- 🛠 Apprentice of the Year – Siddall & Hilton
- 🏆 Project of the Year – Zaun
- 🏡 Domestic Contractor of the Year – DuraPost
- 🚪 Gates & Barriers Award – Door & Hardware Federation
- 🚆 Highways & Railways Award – Smart Awards
- 🏭 Industrial Contractor of the Year – IAE
- 🔒 Security Award – Barkers
- 🏫 Sports & Education Award – Alexandra
- 🚧 Temporary & Hoarding Award – Safe Road
- 🏅 Supplier of the Year – Scanpole
FH Brundle Joins as Simulator Zone Sponsor! 🏎🔥
We’re thrilled to announce FH Brundle as the sponsor for the Simulator Zone Experience at the UK Fencing Industry Awards 2025!
Think you’ve got what it takes? Guests will have the chance to compete for the fastest lap of the night – with bragging rights and a prize up for grabs!
NEW for 2025 – Supplier of the Year – kindly sponsored by Scanpole – nominate your preferred Supplier for this prestigious new Award!
One Final Sponsorship Opportunity
There is still one sponsorship package available – the Bar & Champagne Reception. This is a premium branding opportunity to showcase your company to the UK’s leading fencing professionals.
Interested in aligning your brand with the industry’s biggest celebration? Contact us now to secure your spot!
🔗 Enter the Awards Today HERE
📩 Enquire About Sponsorship: info@theafi.co.uk
We can’t wait to celebrate with you at Mercedes-Benz World this November! 🎉
AFI is an approved TrustMark Scheme Provider
We are delighted to announce that the Association of Fencing Industries (AFI) is now an approved TrustMark Scheme Provider. This exciting development means that as an AFI member, you are eligible to become TrustMark Registered, enabling you to showcase your professionalism and commitment to quality in domestic fencing and related works.
Why TrustMark?
TrustMark is the only UK Government-Endorsed Quality Scheme for work in and around the home. By becoming a TrustMark Registered Business, you’ll enjoy:
- Enhanced Credibility: The TrustMark badge is a widely recognised symbol of trust and quality, helping you stand out in a competitive market.
- New Opportunities: Appear in TrustMark’s ‘Find a Trader’ directory, visited by over 500,000 unique users annually.
- Support and Resources: Access free contracts, business tools, and training to support your growth.
- Consumer Confidence: Reassure your customers with protections, including an Ombudsman service for dispute resolution.
Benefits for Your Business
TrustMark membership also gives you access to:
- A free Business Portal to showcase your work, manage customer inquiries, and track engagement.
- Exclusive cashback offers for your customers.
- Eligibility for the Trading Standards Approved Scheme.
- Discounts on tools, training, insurance, and much more.
Learn more about TrustMark’s exclusive benefits: Benefits for Businesses.
How to Join TrustMark Through AFI
Becoming TrustMark Registered through AFI is straightforward:
- Let us know that you’d like to register – email Victoria@theafi.co.uk
- Ensure your AFI membership is up to date
- Once approved, we’ll guide you through setting up your TrustMark profile and maximising the benefits of the scheme.
Take the Next Step
Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your business, gain recognition, and access new work opportunities. Joining TrustMark through AFI reinforces your commitment to high standards of work and customer service.
To register or find out more, contact us today at victoria@theafi.co.uk or visit www.afiorg.uk
🚜 Sharpen Your Skills at the AFI & AFA Best Practice Day! 🔥
Join us on 30th April at Harper Adams University for a full day of hands-on training, expert insights, and top-tier demonstrations from national & international fencing competition winners!
💡 What’s in store?
✅ Master wood & steel fencing techniques with focused workstations
✅ Learn straining, knot tying & wire work from the best in the industry
✅ Get expert advice on business finance, estimating & rural crime prevention
✅ Discover how to safely navigate underground services with LineWatch
✅ Keep yourself & your team in top shape with wellbeing insights
🍽️ Bacon roll on arrival & a hearty lunch included!
🎟 Tickets £15 to cover catering costs – available HERE!
Proudly supported by Tornado Wire, Scanpole & Fetra. Don’t miss out – book your place today!
AFI Membership Renewals
To ensure all members continue to meet the high standards outlined in our Code of Practice and Terms & Conditions, we are introducing new requirements for membership renewal. From 2025, all renewing members will need to provide:
- A copy of your up-to-date insurance documents (employer, public liability, and all-risk).
- Your latest financial accounts.
- A positive reference.
These updates will help maintain the credibility and reputation of AFI members while positioning you for future opportunities.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in implementing these changes, which are designed to strengthen the AFI and the value we provide to our members.
If you have any questions about the renewal process, or member benefits, please don’t hesitate to contact Pete or myself at victoria@theafi.co.uk or 0203 772 0617
Meet one of our newest members, find out why AFI membership was important to them, and find out more about what they do here
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