POLYMER solutions manufacturer REHAU has reported that UK commercial new-build project enquiries have more than doubled year-on-year for the first six months of 2025.
From January to June, REHAU revealed it saw double the number of active projects that the company’s commercial team is currently engaging with and progressing compared to 2024. This is underpinned by an 85% conversion rate on commercial project enquiries to eventual completion.
The performance comes at a time when the wider construction sector has faced significant challenges including inflation, delays in the planning process, and weakened investor confidence.
“Many in the industry have reported a cautious market in the first half of 2025,” said Barry Gilligan, sales director at REHAU UK. “But demand for technically robust solutions hasn’t disappeared. Instead, specifiers are becoming more selective in what they want, particularly in areas such as windows and doors.
“The introduction of legislation such as the Building Safety Act means that businesses are increasingly looking to reliable and responsible suppliers that can demonstrate technical support and a proven track record of professionalism. These stakeholders expect suppliers to deliver exceptional service alongside quality products, especially as they look to identify solutions that align with specific project goals such as thermal performance.
“This isn’t only limited to housing either, as we’re also seeing a spending uptick in other sectors, including school construction.”
Barry is confident REHAU’s uplift in performance can continue into the second half of the year.
“As funding commitments begin to translate into real-world projects, the challenge for the industry will be to deliver at pace without compromising on quality,” he added. “That means closer collaboration between developers, specifiers and suppliers, and a renewed focus on long-term value, not just short-term cost.”
