and evidence backed route to PAS24 compliance. Fire safety is another area where complexity scrutiny and responsibility continue to increase. During 2025 alone we invested over five hundred thousand pounds in fire testing. When composite and timber applications are considered together, we believe we now hold one of the widest scopes and largest evidence banks of fire test data covering FD30 and FD60 entrance and communal doors. This is supported by the expansion of our fire rated hardware portfolio including new ranges of Winkhaus fire rated door closers, two star security handles and fire and security rated letter plates. Not bad for a company that does not make doors. Alongside product and compliance investment we have also been strengthening our internal foundations. Increased use of digital platforms continued uptake of our Partner Portal the implementation of a new internal CRM system and the appointment of a dedicated Customer Experience Manager are all part of a broader aim to improve how we listen to support and interact with our customers. As we move into 2026 the focus is not on chasing short term volume but on building sustainable compliant and resilient businesses. Those who continue to invest thoughtfully remain close to both commercial and residential markets and support customers through increasing complexity will be best placed as conditions gradually improve and it is this approach that gives us confidence as we look ahead.
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