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Checkmate Fire wins ASFP award for small scale installation project of the year (under £1 million)

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20 November 2025

We’re excited to share that Checkmate Fire Solutions has won the ‘small scale installation project of the year (under £1 million)’ at the association for specialist fire protection (ASFP) awards 2025 

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A massive congratulations to our fantastic team, whose expertise, hard work, and commitment to excellence made this achievement possible 

This award reflects the incredibly high standards we continually set ourselves in passive fire protection, plus the strong partnerships we’ve built up across the industry.

Thank you to our clients and industry partners for your trust and collaboration. We are proud to be recognised among the very best in the passive fire sector and even prouder to help make buildings and communities safer across the UK.

This award reflects the passion and professionalism our team brings to every project. It is fantastic to see their hard work recognised on a national stage. We remain committed to delivering best-in-class passive fire protection and supporting our clients in keeping people and buildings safe across the UK.

John Lewthwaite, CEO, Checkmate Fire

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