Leading trade associations across the manufacturing and supply sector are signing up to support CCPI. In signing the Trade Associate pledge, trade associations are committing to support and promote the Code for Construction Product Information (CCPI) and its registration and assessment process to their members with the aim to drive a transformational step change in construction product information and management.  This is an important move to build back trust in construction product information and marketing and drive positive culture change across the sector.

The Code for Construction Product Information (CCPI) was created to promote an urgent and positive culture and behaviour change in the way the construction product manufacturing industry manages and provides information and marketing on their products. The CCPI was initiated and developed by the Construction Product Association (CPA) in consultation across the built environment sector as a direct response to Dame Judith Hackitt’s review of Building Regulations and Fire Safety set up in the wake of the Grenfell Tower tragedy. CPA continues to play a leading role promoting and galvinising engagement with the CCPI.

Major trade associations who are committed to supporting the CCPI are:

• Association of Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP),
• Builders Merchants Federation (BMF),
• British Plastics Federation Pipes Group (BPF Pipes Group),
• Electrical Distributors Association (EDA),
• Finishes and Interiors Sector (FIS),
• Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing Association (LWRA),
• Metal Cladding and Roofing Manufacturers (MCRMA),
• Mineral Wool Insulation Manufacturers Association (MIMA),
• National Merchant Buying Society (NMBS)
• Single Ply Roofing Association (SPRA)

The CCPI Trade Associates will be promoting CCPI to their membership, facilitating presentations, supporting the CCPI with relevant information regarding their sector to support the CCPI assessment process, proactively engaging their membership to encourage them to register with CCPI and have product information assessed against the Code.  And where applicable consideration of how to include CCPI in their membership requirements.

Amanda Long, Chief Executive of CPI Ltd, the not-for-profit independently-run organisation set-up to manage the CCPI said: “I warmly welcome Trade Associates to the community we are building who are supporting the transformation of the industry to a place where product information and marketing is clear, accessible, up-to-date, accurate and unambiguous.  Many of these organisations have been playing a role promoting CCPI to their members and across the industry since its development and inception – the Trade Associates pledge gives us a way to recognise this. Watch this space for further CCPI Trade Associate announcements to come!”

CCPI now has over 100 registered organisations working with the Code to raise their standards of product information and over 100 product sets on the market carrying the unique CCPI Mark awarded to product information that meets the high standards of the CCPI.  This is a substantial and recognised way for marketers to shine a spotlight on their products and product information and marketing.

If you would like to find out more about the CCPI please contact: enquiries@cpicode.org.uk.

www.cpicode.org.uk/trade-associates

As we step into 2025, the construction industry continues to face a myriad of challenges. Economic and political uncertainties, the lingering effects of COVID-19, and a complex regulatory environment have made this decade anything but easy for businesses in the sector. Recognising these hardships, FIS is committed to supporting its members through this turbulent time.

We have created a review of 2024 and take a look ahead at what’s to come in 2025. We’ve highlighted new resources and benefits available to members and detail the initiatives and guidance that we are implementing to support members in 2025 and beyond.

FIS Chief Executive Iain McIlwee, said: “Running a business in construction in the 2020s is not for the faint-hearted.
“The challenges are indeed significant, with high levels of insolvency reflecting the seismic shifts within the industry. The recent failure of ISG underscores the urgency of addressing these systemic issues.
In response to these challenges, FIS has launched its manifesto, ‘A Blueprint for Better Construction’, which was presented to the new government. This document outlines a clear set of requests aimed at improving procurement processes and fostering a more stable investment climate within the supply chain. The manifesto not only serves as a guiding framework but also as a call to action for both government regulators and procuring authorities.

FIS’s “Responsible No” campaign further supports this initiative by empowering members to demand better practices in procurement. By uniting the community and identifying irresponsible requests, FIS is fostering a collective effort for change in the industry.

Additionally, FIS has continued to provide a steady flow of technical guidance in 2024, launching a new e-Learning Hub to improve accessibility to resources. They are actively addressing common compliance issues, providing solutions, and setting a standard approach, as evidenced by the FIS Walls as a System Guide. Their commitment extends to bolstering legal support with enhanced helplines and a subsidized contract and insurance review service.

Recognising the importance of insurance in construction, FIS has collaborated with the insurance sector to address concerns regarding contract amendments that could undermine professional indemnity insurance. This proactive approach highlights the organisation’s dedication to its members’ long-term stability and success.

Former FIS President Philip Brown emphasised the importance of advocating for SME contractors, stating that the Reading Report published in 2023 marked a turning point. FIS’s reputation as a technical authority is further solidified through academic research that provides a robust foundation for its advocacy efforts.

For those looking to delve deeper into these initiatives and understand how FIS is supporting its members in these challenging times, a detailed annual review is available.

We invite you to access this valuable resource to fully grasp the extent of FIS’s commitment and the tools at your disposal.