As we gear up for the upcoming NAS & IOC Members’ Day on 22 April 2026, we are excited to announce and thank the industry-leading organisations supporting this year’s event. Members’ Day is all about bringing our community together to share ideas, solve challenges, and celebrate the great work happening across our sectors, and this is made possible by our fantastic partners.
Make sure to connect with our sponsors on the day: Darwin Clayton, Thorn Baker, CITB, Plasloc, Spheretech, Gerflor, and SawStop.
Here is a quick look at who they are and how they support the shopfitting and interior contracting industry:
Darwin Clayton
Darwin Clayton is a specialist insurance broker with over 100 years of experience supporting the construction and shopfitting sectors. Moving beyond standard compliance, they provide bespoke insurance solutions – including public liability, contract works, and professional indemnity – tailored to the unique risks, tight turnarounds, and complex site environments our members navigate daily.
Thorn Baker
Founded in 1988, Thorn Baker is a trusted recruitment partner with specialist teams dedicated to construction, facilities management, and interior fit-outs. Helping businesses address the industry’s skills gap, their sector-expert consultants supply reliable, vetted operatives for temporary, permanent, and contract roles to keep projects moving forward.
CITB
Established in 1964, the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) is the employer-led skills and standards body for the construction industry in Great Britain. As a charity and public body, CITB’s core purpose is to inform, develop, and fund the training systems necessary to ensure the industry has a highly skilled, competent, and inclusive workforce.
Plasloc
An NAS Associate Member, Plasloc provides innovative, sustainable hoarding and screening solutions. Utilising patented technology made from 100% recycled materials, their segregation partitioning is engineered for the most demanding commercial environments. Their systems offer a clean, non-intrusive solution for internal and external hoarding with zero physical impact on land or buildings.
Spheretech
With over 20 years of experience, Spheretech is a leading provider of bespoke air conditioning, heating, and indoor air quality solutions. They assist shopfitters and retailers in navigating modern MEP requirements, specialising in low-carbon electrification (ASHPs, VRF), energy-efficient ventilation, and high-performance filtration to deliver cost savings and BREEAM/WELL compliance.
Gerflor
Gerflor, alongside its partner company Gradus, is a global manufacturer of design-led, sustainable flooring and interior finishing solutions. Engineered specifically for live retail refurbishments, their portfolio includes fast-track, adhesive-free interlocking tiles and wall protection systems that ensure speed of installation, high durability, and minimal disruption to trading environments.
SawStop
SawStop manufactures industry-leading table saws renowned for their groundbreaking safety technology. Featuring the patented Active Injury Mitigation (AIM) system, these saws detect skin contact instantly, stopping and retracting the blade below the table in less than 5 milliseconds—protecting your hands and peace of mind without compromising on precision.
Have you booked your ticket yet? Ensure you don’t miss out on the opportunity to meet these suppliers, hear from expert speakers, and network with fellow members. Register for free here.
