Fatra

What Fatra does

Fatra UK Ltd is a Cardiff-headquartered private limited company that supplies flat roof waterproofing systems to the UK and Irish construction markets. Established in the early 1990s as a subsidiary of Czech plastic-processor Fatra AS (part of the Agrofert Holdings group), the company operates an exclusive channel-based go-to-market: products are sold exclusively through a network of approved roofing contractors who are trained and licensed by Fatra, with on-site quality inspections conducted by Fatra Field Service Technicians.

The product portfolio spans four core waterproofing systems — Single Ply PVC Membranes (FF810 mechanically fixed, FF807 fully adhered; BBA-certified 30+ year life expectancy), Liquid Applied Waterproofing (single-component polyurethane with humidity-activated accelerator; 25-year life expectancy, 20-year product guarantee), Two Layer Felt System (torch-applied SBS-modified bitumen), and the Hot-Applied Membrane System (bitumen/synthetic rubber compound for inverted, green, and zero-fall decks). Complementary offerings include green roof modular trays, ballasted roof systems, PVC standing seam profiles, a full accessories range, and a Modular Membranes sub-brand (FM401-FM404) serving the offsite construction industry. Fatra also provides design services, training, and inspection as bundled services.

Fatra generates revenue primarily through one-time product sales via its approved contractor channel, supplemented by training and inspection service fees. Customers span seven verticals — industrial, commercial, healthcare, leisure, education, domestic, and public sector/MoD — with named installations including Wimbledon Centre Court, the London Olympic Stadium, Center Parcs, and Frome Hospital. Pricing is set per-project by approved contractors rather than publicly disclosed. The company maintains ISO 9001 (since 1994), ISO 14001 (since 2000), BBA, BRE, FM Approvals, and FLL certifications, which form a regulatory moat in UK commercial roofing tenders.

Name

Fatra

Legal name

Fatra UK Ltd

Website

https://fatra.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Fatra UK Ltd is a Cardiff-based subsidiary of Czech plastic-processor Fatra AS that supplies flat roof waterproofing systems — including PVC single-ply membranes, polyurethane liquid coatings, and bitumen-based felt systems — to approved contractor networks serving UK and Irish commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, leisure, and public-sector construction markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Roofing Waterproofing Membranes

NAICS

Asphalt Paving, Roofing, and Saturated Materials Manufacturing (32412), Asphalt Shingle and Coating Materials Manufacturing (324122)

SIC

Asphalt Paving & Roofing Materials (2950)

akta.pro primary industry

Roofing Systems & Waterproofing (Membranes, Shingles, TPO/EPDM, Liquid-Applied) (IMAFAMAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Modified Bitumen Roofing (IMADAFAG)

Keywords

• Flat roof waterproofing
• Single ply membranes
• PVC roofing systems
• Liquid applied waterproofing
• Commercial roofing membranes

Headquarters

HQ city

Cardiff

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Flat Roof Waterproofing Products: Fatra generates revenue through the sale of flat roof waterproofing products and systems including Single Ply Membranes, Liquid Applied Waterproofing, Two Layer Felt Systems, and Hot-Applied Membrane Systems, along with complementary accessories.
2. Training Services: Fatra provides training courses for installers through its Training School, with Fatra Field Technicians training operatives who then receive a Fatra Installers Card upon successful completion.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Fatra supplies flat roof waterproofing products and integrated systems — Single Ply PVC Membranes, Liquid Applied Polyurethane Coatings, Two Layer Torch-On Felt, and Hot-Applied Bitumen Membrane Systems — complemented by accessories, green roof modules, ballasted systems, and standing seam profiles. Products are sold via an approved contractor network with design, training, and inspection support services, and are certified to BBA, ISO, FM, and BRE standards.

Product overview

Fatra is a flat roof waterproofing solutions provider offering three core product lines: Fatra Single Ply Membranes (flexible PVC membranes including FF810 mechanically fixed and FF807 fully adhered systems), Fatra Hot-Applied Membrane System (bitumen/synthetic rubber liquid membrane for inverted and green roofs), Fatra Liquid Applied Waterproofing System (cold-applied polyurethane coating), and Fatra Two Layer Felt System (torch-applied SBS modified bitumen felt). These are complemented by green roof modular tray systems, ballasted roof solutions, PVC standing seam profiles, and a full range of accessories. The company operates through a network of trained and approved contractors, backed by design services, technical support, and training programs. Fatra also supplies modular membranes for the offsite construction industry under the FM401-FM404 product range.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Fatra Single Ply Membranes

Quantifiable outcome

• 30+ year life expectancy certified by BBA
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Agrofert HoldingscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFatra is part of the Agrofert Holdings group which manufactures a range of technical foils including waterproofing membranes, as well as having interests in agricultural, food and chemical industries throughout Europe. Fatra a.s is based in the Czech Republic with manufacturing plants in Napajedla and Chropyně.
• Modular Building PartnersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFatra works in conjunction with modular partners for the manufacture of roofing blankets in offsite facilities. Membranes are heat welded to required dimensions and shipped directly to premises for attachment to modular roof structures.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Bauder: Bauder is a UK-based manufacturer of flat roof waterproofing systems including bitumen, single ply, and liquid-applied membranes, directly competing with Fatra's full system portfolio in the same UK commercial roofing market.
• Carlisle Construction Materials: Carlisle is a leading US-based manufacturer of EPDM and TPO single ply roofing membranes, providing direct competition to Fatra's PVC single ply membranes in commercial roofing applications.
• Firestone Building Products: Firestone is a major manufacturer of EPDM and rubber roofing membranes, competing with Fatra in the single ply and flat roof waterproofing space, particularly for commercial and industrial installations.
• Alumasc Roofing Systems: Alumasc is a UK provider of flat roof waterproofing, green roof systems, and standing seam roof finishes, directly competing with Fatra's single ply, green roof, and standing seam profile products in UK commercial construction.
• Kemper System: Kemper System is a manufacturer of cold-applied liquid waterproofing membranes for flat roofs, balconies, and podium decks, directly competing with Fatra's liquid applied waterproofing product range.
• IKO Polymeric: IKO Polymeric is a UK manufacturer of single ply roofing membranes and flat roof waterproofing systems, directly competing with Fatra's PVC membranes and bitumen systems in UK commercial and industrial projects.
• Polyroof Products: Polyroof is a UK manufacturer specializing in liquid applied roofing systems using GRP and polyurethane technologies, competing directly with Fatra's liquid applied waterproofing product line.

Broad incumbents

• Sika: Sika is a global specialty chemicals company whose Sarnafil brand is a major PVC single-ply roofing membrane competitor to Fatra, offering similar systems for flat roof waterproofing across commercial and industrial applications worldwide.
• Soprema: Soprema is a global manufacturer of waterproofing membranes including bitumen, synthetic, and liquid-applied systems, competing with Fatra across multiple product categories in commercial flat roofing.
• BMI Group (formerly Icopal): BMI Group is a major UK and European roofing and waterproofing manufacturer offering bitumen, single ply, and liquid systems, competing with Fatra's complete flat roofing portfolio across UK commercial markets.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/FatraUK
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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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