wienerberger wins ‘Brick & Block Supplier of the Year’ at the Fortis Conference 2026

wienerberger were delighted to have been invited to attend the Fortis Group Conference held at the iconic Celtic Manor in South Wales, where we were extremely pleased to have been awarded ‘Brick & Block Supplier of the Year’. This recognition means a great deal to our team, as it reflects not only the quality of our products but—more importantly—the strength of the relationships we continue to build with our customers across the UK.

At wienerberger, collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to supporting our merchant partners, understanding their needs, and delivering solutions that help them succeed. Being acknowledged by Fortis reinforces the value of this approach and motivates us to keep raising the bar.

Helen Levell – National Key Account manager – Buying Groups

“The Fortis Conference is an important event that strengthens our relationships across its members.  The conference brought together preferred suppliers, and active group members, giving us valuable face-to-face time with key partners.

Throughout the event, we engaged in discussions that helped us better understand member needs, market pressures, and upcoming initiatives within the buying group. These conversations provided insight that will support our ongoing efforts to refine our messaging, improve service delivery, and identify new opportunities for collaboration.

The conference also offered a clear view of emerging trends and competitive dynamics, helping us stay aligned with the direction of the broader industry. Our participation reinforced our commitment to the buying group community and ensured we remain visible, informed, and connected as we move forward and build for what’s next”.

Emily Badger – Head of Sales – National Accounts

"Attending the Fortis conference gives us a valuable opportunity to spend dedicated time with members away from the day-to-day pressures of the business. This environment enables us to have meaningful conversations about how we can better support our key distribution partners and collaborate to shape and create opportunities for 2026.”

A huge thank you to the Fortis Group and, of course, to our customers for their continued trust and support.