GBS Fire Protection LTD

What GBS Fire Protection LTD does

GBS Fire Protection LTD is a UK-based specialist subcontractor providing passive fire protection services to the construction industry, founded in 2016 by Valerijus Raginis and headquartered in Rainham, London. The company installs a comprehensive range of passive fire protection systems — including intumescent coatings, boarded fire protection systems, cementitious sprays, fire stopping and penetration sealing, cavity barriers, fire doors and doorsets, fire curtains, blast-proof ceilings and acoustic seals — across commercial, residential, industrial and educational properties. Services are delivered primarily to main contractors, developers and property companies on building projects, with named enterprise clients including Amazon, ASOS, Citi Bank, London Square, Bellway, Nobu Hotel, Imperial College, UCL, BAM Construct UK and HMRC.

Operations are underpinned by an LPCB installer certification (held since September 2017), ConstructionLine Gold membership (September 2020) and CQMS safety-scheme verification (October 2020), which collectively act as procurement prequalification for tier-one contractor engagement. GBS operates a proprietary cloud-based inspection platform called Bolster, launched in November 2018, which streamlines documentation of fire-stopping surveys through mobile data entry, location labelling and real-time reporting. The company maintains a two-office UK footprint — the London headquarters in Rainham and a Northern office in Derby opened in October 2018 — and supports a 12-person team led by an experienced management group that includes the founder-CEO, a Managing Director and an Operations Manager with 23+ years of fire protection experience.

The business model is project-based professional services, with pricing structured around daily labour rates (£550/man/day for on-site labour and £43.75/hour for downtime) and quoted project packages billed under multi-year contracts. Revenue is generated through contracts with main contractors and developers on building projects, with the largest single engagement to date exceeding £1 million for the Rich Industrial Estate redevelopment in Bermondsey. The company pursues brand visibility through industry awards, a London Stadium Associate Partnership (2022-23 season) and grassroots community sponsorships, while maintaining product manufacturer partnerships with Quelfire, FSI, British Gypsum, Hilti, Rockwool, Kingspan, Promat, Knauf Drywall and TBA Firefly.

Name

GBS Fire Protection LTD

Legal name

GBS Fire Protection Ltd

Website

https://gbsfirepro.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

GBS Fire Protection LTD is a UK-based specialist subcontractor, founded in 2016, that installs passive fire protection systems — including intumescent coatings, fire stopping, boarded systems and fire doors — for main contractors, developers and property companies on commercial, residential, industrial and educational building projects.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Passive Fire Protection Contracting

NAICS

Drywall and Insulation Contractors (238310)

akta.pro primary industry

Fire Door, Firestop & Passive Fire Protection Inspection/Installation (IMAIAJAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Fire Protection Systems Contracting (Sprinklers, Alarms, Suppression) (IMAFALAD), Fire & Smoke Dampers / Firestopping / Passive Fire Protection Services (BPABAHAE)

Keywords

• Passive fire protection
• Fire stopping services
• Intumescent coatings
• Fire door installation
• Cavity barrier installation

Headquarters

HQ city

London, London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Passive Fire Protection Installation Services: Project-based installation of passive fire protection systems including intumescent coatings, fire stopping, penetration sealing, boarded fire protection, cementitious sprays, cavity barriers, and fire barriers. Revenue is generated through contracts with construction main contractors and developers on building projects. Pricing based on daily/man rates and quoted project packages.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

GBS Fire Protection is a specialist subcontractor that installs passive fire protection systems on commercial, residential, and industrial construction projects. The company's service portfolio covers structural fire protection (intumescent paint, boarded systems, cementitious sprays, blast-proof ceilings, anticorrosive coatings) and fire compartmentation services (penetration sealing, fire compounds, fire barriers, pipe wraps, cavity barriers, fire doors, fire curtains, acoustic seals). All works are delivered to LPCB-certified standards for building regulation compliance.

Product overview

GBS Fire Protection LTD is a passive fire protection service company offering a comprehensive suite of fire protection solutions for commercial, residential, and industrial properties. The core offerings include structural fire protection systems (Intumescent Paint, Boarded Fire Protection Systems, Cementitious Fire Spray Systems, Anticorrosive Coating, and Blast Proof Ceilings/Encasements) and fire stopping/penetration sealing services (Penetration Sealing, Fire Compounds, Fire Barriers, Pipe Wraps and Collars). Additional specialized services include Cavity Barriers and Fire Door/Doorset installation. The company also utilizes the Bolster Inspection System, a proprietary cloud-based documentation platform for streamlining fire-stopping survey data collection and reporting.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Intumescent Paint Application of passive fire protection coatings that expand when exposed to intense heat, providing up to 120 minutes of protection for structural steel. Available in matte and high gloss finishes. Sold as an installation service to main contractors and developers.
• Boarded Fire Protection Systems Installation of non-combustible fire protection boards providing up to 240 minutes of passive fire protection to structural steelwork. Durable, water-resistant, and compatible with decorative applications. Sold as an installation service to main contractors and developers.
• Cementitious Fire Spray Systems Fast-acting fire spray application providing up to 240 minutes of passive fire protection to structural steelwork, concrete elements, metal doors, return air plenums, roof decks, and concrete frames. Commonly used in petro-chemical and commercial steel markets. Sold as an installation service.
• Anticorrosive Coating Steel corrosion prevention coating designed for efficient, cost-effective protection across a wide range of applications in various climate zones. Sold as an installation service.
• Blast Proof Ceilings and Encasements Installation of self-supporting ceiling systems with fire resistance up to 240 minutes and service encasements providing fire protection for building services. Sold as an installation service.
• Penetration Sealing Fire stopping and intumescent sealant solutions that maintain fire resistant compartment integrity, preventing passage of toxic gases, fire, and smoke for up to 240 minutes. Sold as an installation service to main contractors and developers.
• Fire Compounds Gypsum-based compounds providing effective smoke seal and up to 240 minutes fire resistance for penetrations in floors and walls. Optimized for service risers and plant room floors. Sold as an installation service.
• Fire Barriers High-density fire barrier systems providing improved acoustic performance and up to 240 minutes of fire protection for openings in floors and walls. Sold as an installation service.
• Pipe Wraps and Collars Intumescent pipe wraps and collars for retro-fit to plastic piping or trunking through fire resistant structures. Provides up to four hours of fire protection by crushing and sealing pipes during fire. Sold as an installation service.
• Cavity Barriers Horizontal and vertical cavity barrier installation services for fire compartmentation in building cavities. Certified under Appendix 1 of LPCB installer approval. Sold as an installation service.
• Fire Doors and Doorsets LPCB certified fire door and doorset installation services for fire compartmentation. Sold as an installation service to main contractors and developers.
• Acoustic Seals Acoustic sealing solutions for building compartments, including specialized acoustic sealing for PODs with SideRise barriers. Sold as an installation service.
• Fire Curtains Fire curtain installation for fire compartmentation and protection. Sold as an installation service, including for large warehouse projects such as Amazon's largest European warehouse.
• Bolster Inspection System Cloud-based fire-stopping documentation system with mobile data entry, location labelling, real-time surveying, and remediation tracking. Used internally and as part of project documentation deliverables to clients and building control.

Named customers17 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

21 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• QuelfirecoreTechnology or IntegrationLong-standing relationship with product manufacturer Quelfire, a pioneering force in fire stopping solutions. Phil Ratcliffe (Senior Preconstruction Manager) visited Quelfire head office. GBS contributed to Quelfire's whitepaper on 'Early Engagement in Firestopping'. Quelfire provides fire stopping products and solutions used across GBS projects.
• British GypsumcoreTechnology or IntegrationProduct manufacturer partner providing fire protection materials including fire boards and related products.
• HilticoreTechnology or IntegrationProduct manufacturer partner providing fire protection and firestopping products.
• RockwoolcoreTechnology or IntegrationProduct manufacturer partner providing mineral wool fire protection products.
• KingspancoreTechnology or IntegrationProduct manufacturer partner providing fire protection insulation products.
• PromatcoreTechnology or IntegrationProduct manufacturer partner providing fire protection boards and systems.
• Knauf DrywallcoreTechnology or IntegrationProduct manufacturer partner providing plasterboard and fire protection systems.
• FSIcoreTechnology or IntegrationProduct manufacturer partner. GBS works closely with FSI using their tested and certified fire stopping products. GBS was part of solution with FSI for Bermondsey Development listed building project.
• TBA FireflycoreTechnology or IntegrationProduct manufacturer partner providing flexible fire barriers. GBS operatives received Firefly installer training at TBA facilities.
• London StadiumflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerAssociate partnership with London Stadium into 2023-24 season. GBS branding displayed on largest screen in Europe outside stadium, LED signage visible to tens of thousands of fans on match days. Matched televised globally reaching millions. Includes director events and hospitality opportunities.
• London SquareflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-term client and strategic partner. Multiple major projects including Bermondsey Development (refurb and new build), Rich Industrial Estate (£1m+ project), Charter Square Staines Upon Thames.
• BellwaycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor housebuilder customer for residential fire protection works including Copperhouse Green development.
• DowningcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStudent accommodation developer partner. Holbrook House project 400+ beds valued at £80 million.
• BouyguescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational construction company. Luton Street, Westminster project.
• BAM Construct UKcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorConstruction firm. Jesus College, Oxford £36m project including cavity barriers.
• Galliford TrycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorConstruction firm. Oasis Academy Oldham project.
• HillcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDeveloper partner. Marleigh development Cambridge 1,300 homes.
• AvettacoreOthersSafety compliance partner that recognised GBS as 2024 Safety Star for perfect year-over-year safety performance score.
• Graham Street Prims FCminorOthersGrassroots football sponsorship. Kit sponsor for non-league football club near Derby office. Club established 1904.
• Portishead Town United U11sminorOthersGrassroots football sponsorship. Kit sponsor for youth football team.
• Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in EssexminorOthersLocal club sponsorship. Club achieved top prize at IBJJF European Kids Jiu-Jitsu Championships.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Hilti (Great Britain): Global construction technology and firestop products manufacturer with broad UK presence. Relevant as both a GBS product supplier and an incumbent with firestop specification influence in the wider construction industry.
• Rockwool (UK): Manufacturer of stone wool insulation and firestop systems used in passive fire protection. A GBS product partner and a broader incumbent shaping fire-rated construction specifications across the UK.

Direct peers

• Trident Fire Protection & Compliance: UK specialist in passive fire protection, fire doors, and fire compliance services serving construction and property management. Overlapping service set and regulatory positioning.
• Premier Passive Fire Services: UK passive fire protection installer focused on fire stopping, penetration sealing, and compartmentation for main contractors. Comparable specialist subcontractor positioning.
• Checkmate Fire Solutions: UK-based specialist passive fire protection contractor offering fire stopping, intumescent coatings, fire doors, and compartmentation services to main contractors and developers. Directly comparable to GBS in scope, certifications, and target customer base.
• Ark Fire Protection: UK passive fire protection specialist delivering fire stopping, penetration sealing, fire doors, and compartmentation to construction projects. Closely comparable business model, certification posture, and subcontractor go-to-market.
• Central Fire Protection: UK fire protection contractor covering passive and active systems for commercial and residential construction. Overlapping customer segments and service catalogue.
• PyroProtec: UK passive fire protection contractor offering fire stopping, fire doors, and structural fire protection services. Comparable in size, scope, and customer base to GBS.
• FDS Contracting (Fire Defence Services): UK passive and active fire protection contractor providing installation, inspection, and maintenance services. Comparable mix of fire stopping and broader fire safety offerings.

Others

• Quelfire: UK manufacturer and technical authority in fire stopping solutions. A current GBS product partner (mutual relationship, whitepaper collaboration), so comparable from a technical and product-positioning standpoint rather than as a direct installation competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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