The winners of the Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing Association (LRWA) Awards 2025 were revealed at a gala dinner in Liverpool this week.
The event recognised projects across five categories, including the newly introduced Sustainability Project of the Year.
A statement said that project complexity, workmanship, problem-solving and aesthetics were assessed across four categories while the sustainability award was judged on five key themes including: Reduced Environmental Impact, Beneficial Social Impacts, Product and System Innovation, Carbon Management and Reduction, and Responsible Supply Chain Practices.
A total of 22 projects made it to the final following an independent judging process, which saw anonymous submissions assessed against strict criteria. As well as a winner of each project category, there was a highly commended accolade for those that just missed out on the top spot.
The event also celebrated the talents of individuals working in liquid roofing and waterproofing.
The Student of the Year award, sponsored by Rockwool, went to Thomas Corcoran from Blackpool Industrial Roofing. Thomas was recognised for his determination to achieve an NVQ qualification, engagement in both theory and practical-based sessions, and ability to work effectively alongside people of different ages and experience.
Ken Russell from WestWood Liquid Technologies was crowned Trainer of the Year for his commitment to helping the LRWA promote and deliver the Specialist Applied Skills programme. Ken was praised for his comprehensive and engaging SAP sessions.
Cliff Weston, who has served the association for 17 years, received an honorary award from the LRWA board in recognition of his special contribution to the liquid roofing and waterproofing industry.
According to the LRWA, Cliff was recognised for his dedication, leadership and expertise which were instrumental in shaping the association. After joining as a director in 2007, he stepped into the role of LRWA chair in 2014, a position he held for five years. During this time, the association said Cliff guided it through significant change. He championed the launch of the Basic Competency Programme, it noted, working with the LRWA’s training facilitator to ensure its success.
To help the LRWA grow and develop more strategically, he oversaw the recruitment of its first CEO in 2017. In the same year, the association said he was at the helm of the LRWA Awards, setting the foundation for its future success.
Sarah Spink, CEO of the LRWA, said: “This was our largest ever event with 400 guests and exceptionally strong competition across all project categories.
“We were particularly encouraged by the quality of the entries for our inaugural Sustainability Project of the Year award. Although this is an emerging area for our industry, the submissions demonstrated the positive steps members are taking to meet clients’ core sustainability objectives.
“With this year’s entries raising the bar, all the finalists should be really proud of their nomination. The shortlisted projects exemplify excellence, showcasing how liquid-applied membranes are successfully used across diverse and complex applications.
“Congratulations to all our award winners and thank you to our sponsors for helping us to deliver another hugely successful event.”
The 2025 project award winners are:
Liquid Roofing Project of the Year under 1,000 sq. m (sponsored by Instar)
Winner: Turner Street Residential: Sika and Permicoat
Highly commended: The Savoy Hotel: Polyroof and Capital Roofing
Liquid Roofing Project of the Year over 1,000 sq. m (sponsored by Recticel)
Winner: Center Parcs, Whinfell Forest: Sika and Central Roofing
Highly commended: Spectrum House: Polyroof and MLG UK
Liquid Roofing Project of the Year in a Buried Application (sponsored by Quantum Insulation)
Winner: Google KGX1: Lindner Prater and Radmat
Highly commended Marylebone House: Proteus Waterproofing and Essential Building Services
Liquid Waterproofing Project of the Year (sponsored by Polyfoam XPS)
Winner: Swan Walk Car Park: Triflex and Rateavon
Highly commended: The Thistles Car Park: Triflex and McConnell
Sustainability Project of the Year (sponsored by Buzon UK)
Winner: 90 Long Acre: MAC Roofing & Contracting and BMI
Highly commended: 40 Leadenhall and 19-21 Billiter Street: Proteus Waterproofing and ARC Waterproofing
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