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Ceiling and Absorbers working group – 7 October

Ceiling and Absorbers working group – 7 October

Ceiling and Absorbers working group

Event Details

Date: 7 October 2026
Location: To be confirmed
Time: To be confirmed

FIS is holding its Ceilings and Absorbers working group in person on 7 October. The location, timings and agenda will be posted here shortly. 

If you would like to receive notification via email once the details are confirmed, please email hermioneneale@thefis.org 

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Ceiling and Absorbers working group – 7 October

Partitions, Pods and Doors working group – 15 October

Partitions and Pods working group

Event Details

Date: 15 October 2026
Location: To be confirmed
Time: 12:00 – 17:00

FIS is holding its Partitions, Pods and doors working group in person on 15 October.  The location and agenda will be posted here shortly.

If you would like to receive notification via email once the details are confirmed, please email hermioneneale@thefis.org

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FIS Conference and AGM – 22 October

FIS Conference and AGM – 22 October

FIS Conference, Innovation Awards and Golf Competition

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Product, Process, People: Raising the Bar Together

Join us at the FIS Conference, an event tailored for our community. We will be joined by leaders in our industry who will share their insights with you, providing you with content which you can take away and put into practice. There will be networking opportunities, and the evening will conclude with the celebration of our Innovation Award winners.

Come along and engage in thought-provoking discussions, connect with fellow professionals, and forge new relationships as we come together to share knowledge and promote collaboration.

Programme

Construction outlook: What the forecasts mean for companies in the finishes and interiors sector

  • Latest economic and construction demand trends
  • Sector and regional hotspots
  • What subcontractors need to prepare for over the next 3–5 years

Thursday 22 October

10:15 – 10:45

Compliance and regulation - An eye on duty, keeping on the right side of compliance

During this session we will explore the evolving regulatory landscape, including the growing role of Product Passports and the Code for Construction Product Information (CCPI). We’ll discuss practical steps to reduce onsite risks, improve the quality and transparency of product information and share strategies on how to embed a culture of compliance from the ground up.

Thursday 22 October

10:45 – 11:30

How can conflict avoidance start with avoiding contractual confusion?

Join this session as we look at frictionless construction, adjudication and what an inclusive workforce really means

Thursday 22 October

12:00 – 12:50

Sustainability that works: Real‑world approaches for subcontractors

In this session we discuss low‑waste fit-out, plasterboard waste, aterial selection and circularity and carbon reporting for SMEs

Thursday 22 October

13:50 – 14:40

FIS Innovation Awards Dinner

Join us as we announce the winners of the FIS INnovation Awards

Thursday 22 October

18:00 – 22:00

FIS Golf Competition

The FIS Masters gets underway on Friday 23 October

Friday 23 October

10:00 (tee times from 11am)

Speakers

Liz Barclay

Guest speaker

Professor Noble Francis

CPA Economics Director

Anthony Armitage

General Counsel, Thirdway

Interested in being an event partner?

There are a wide range of partnership opportunities available across the FIS Conference, Innovation Awards and Golf Day, providing excellent visibility and engagement with industry professionals and key decision-makers.

FIS Innovation Awards Dinner – 22 October

FIS Innovation Awards Dinner – 22 October

FIS Innovation Awards Dinner

The FIS Innovation Awards Dinner will celebrate outstanding innovation within our sector, recognising individuals and companies that demonstrate excellence in three key areas: Product Innovation, Digital Innovation, and Sustainability.

The aim of our Innovation Awards is to debunk the myth that construction is not innovative. We are looking for innovation that meets a need in the sector and has evidence of adoption or planned use in a commercial environment. By innovation we mean the successful exploitation of new ideas and bringing creative ideas to life.

Our focus is ideas that help support improvements in efficiency, productivity, performance, quality or perception of the finishes and interiors sector.

Entries are independently assessed by expert judging panels, and winners will be announced at the Innovation Awards Dinner at Whittlebury Hall.

Date: 22 October 2026

Venue: Whittlebury Hall, Whittlebury, Towcester NN12 8QH

Time: 18:00 – 22:00

Dress code: Lounge suits

Tickets: £95 + VAT each

Guest speaker

To be announced…

Thanks to our supporters

FIS Golf Day – 23 October

FIS Golf Day – 23 October

Friday 23 October 2026

Whittlebury Park Golf Club, Towcester

Cost per player £100

Join us for the first ever FIS Masters golf tournament

The return of FIS golf.

After an absence of more than eight years, the FIS Golf Day returns with a new identity and a new home.

Join fellow FIS members, industry partners and guests on 23 October at the prestigious Whittlebury Park for the inaugural FIS Masters.

Set against one of the UK’s premier golf destinations, the day combines friendly competition, valuable networking and a chance to connect with colleagues from across the finishes and interiors sector.

Whether you’re playing to win or simply looking to enjoy a great day on the course, the FIS Masters promises a memorable experience both on and off the fairway.

What’s included

⛳ 18 holes of golf at Whittlebury Park

🏌️ Two-tee start from the 1st and 10th tees

🏆 Team and individual competitions

🎯 Nearest the Pin and Longest Drive challenges

🤝 Networking with industry colleagues and guests

🍽️ Food, refreshments and prize presentation

Competitions

There will be plenty to play for throughout the day, with prizes awarded for both team and individual performances.

Competitions will include:

  • Team Competition
  • Individual Stableford Competition
  • Longest Drive
  • Nearest the Pin
  • Additional on-course challenges

Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or occasional player, everyone has a chance to leave with silverware.

Sponsorship Opportunities

The FIS Masters offers a range of sponsorship opportunities for organisations looking to raise their profile and engage directly with decision-makers from across the sector.

Opportunities include:

  • Longest Drive Sponsor
  • Nearest the Pin Sponsor
  • Hole Sponsorships
  • Prize Sponsorship
  • Event Branding Opportunities

If you are interested in sponsoring the event, please contact the FIS team for further details.

Why Attend?

The FIS Masters is about more than golf.

It’s an opportunity to strengthen relationships, build new connections and spend time with the people who help shape the finishes and interiors sector while supporting our chosen charity.

With the event returning for the first time since 2018, demand is expected to be high.

Book Your Place

Gather your team, invite your clients, or enter as an individual and join us for the return of one of the FIS community’s most anticipated events.

Places are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.