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CLO Gold
Axter is the first roofing manufacturer to become a Gold Carbon Literate Organisation!

Achieving Gold status is a proud moment for Axter and a testament to the passion and commitment of our people.

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Look Up

It's time to look up and unlock the full potential of our flat roof spaces. This blog is a space to share what inspires us.

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Retrofit vs. Refurbishment: Key differences in flat roofing

Understanding the differences between these two can help building owners, architects, and contractors make informed decisions about maintaining and improving flat roofing systems.
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How Axter supports architects from concept to completion, ensuring project success

Axter’s technical sales team serves as an extension of an architect’s design process, offering expert consultation from concept to completion.
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Axter Ltd Honoured with Sustainability Strategy Award at East Anglia Clean & Green Awards 2025

The Sustainability Strategy Award recognises organisations that have demonstrated exceptional leadership and innovation in developing and implementing strategies that significantly reduce environmental impact and promote sustainable practices.
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Axter Becomes a Founding Member of the Bitumen Flat Roofing Association (BFRA)

This marks a significant step forward for the UK’s flat roofing sector, and we are honoured to be at the forefront of this initiative.
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From trainee to trusted advisor: Chloe Davis on building a career with purpose at Axter

As part of Axter’s national technical sales team, Chloe plays a key role in developing relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and providing expert advice to ensure high-quality roofing outcomes.

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Hot melt waterproofing under the spotlight: Flame-free vs. LPG

We recently tested the very latest version of the Epot system, alongside Axter’s Wilotekt® Plus second-generation hot melt waterproofing system, at a residential project in Southampton.
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Axter achieves B Corp certification: A milestone in our commitment to people, planet, and profit

We have been certified by B Lab UK, the not-for-profit behind the B Corp movement, as having met rigorous social and environmental standards.
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Solar PV Flex

A unique and lightweight combination of CIGS solar panels and bitumen waterproofing.
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Quantifying our environmental impact through Natural Carbon Solutions certification

We underwent an in-depth carbon footprint analysis covering all the business's emissions.
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Showcasing the best in residential roofing

A snapshot of Axter's 2023 projects.
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Axter wins gold at the Best Employers Awards

We are delighted to have been awarded a gold accreditation at the Best Employers Eastern Region Awards 2023.
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CCPI: Driving improved standards in product information

Axter gets first CCPI verification for hot melt system Wilotekt Plus.

This is a significant milestone... representing our dedication to leading the industry towards greater transparency and responsibility in product information. This achievement stresses our commitment to transparency and innovation, setting a new benchmark in the construction sector.

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Why biodiversity matters, with Rupert Masefield

Rupert, from the Suffolk Wildlife Trust, joins Axter to discuss 30 by 30, Biodiversity Net Gain and how roofs can contribute to nature positive development
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NBS is changing how we design buildings

The online platforms they offer for collaborative building specification are changing entirely how people design, select materials and construct buildings.
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Biosolar roofs: a symbiotic approach to sustainable urban development

What is a biosolar roof and how can they affect everything from planning permission to monthly energy bills to supporting a greener future?
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Axter's Climate & Community Fund

Read about the fund we have set up with the Suffolk Community Foundation which aims to support local charities in Suffolk.
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Escapade Silverstone

Discover the progress being made on unique new commercial development at the iconic Silverstone circuit.
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Climate and community initiative

Find out how we chose our six Axter charity partners.
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Spotlight on: Ian

We recently caught up with Ian Thompson to hear more about why having a solid quality assurance team is imperative to the success of our business.

Eventually I'd like to see all roofs being used for a specific purpose... If we can design cities with better landscapes and greenspaces, it will make the world a better place.

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