For nearly 50 years, Barrier has been trusted to deliver solutions that protect people, assets and industries worldwide.

From our North Sea origins, we have grown into a global specialist in fire protection, coatings, modular construction, insulation and cladding — completing more than 2,000 projects across 22 countries.

Our strength lies in lasting partnerships and cross-discipline expertise. Each company within the Barrier Group brings specialist skills, supported by centralised quality and safety systems. Together, we deliver streamlined solutions that reduce complexity, improve efficiency and create long-term value for our clients.

Innovation drives us forward. From pioneering epoxy fireproofing systems to modular construction for offshore wind, we combine proven experience with new technologies and the financial stability to deliver multi-million-pound projects. Throughout, our commitment to safety, sustainability and training ensures the highest standards are met on every project, everywhere.

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1975

Barrier Surface Treatment Ltd Incorporated

Official formation of Barrier Ltd, marking the company’s inception.

1980's

Early Landmark Projects

Major early projects include the Honda Plant (Swindon), Lee House (London Wall), and the Kings Cross underground tunnel upgrade.

1980's

Industry Association Membership (ASFPCM)

Barrier Fire Protection was awarded an Industry Association Membership (ASFPCM)

1980's

Occidental Piper Alpha disaster

A catastrophic offshore oil platform disaster leading to major safety reforms across the industry.

1987

Barrier Fire Protection Division Formed

Barrier Fire Protection Division is formed. Nullifire Approved Applicator Status awarded, ‘System S & Firec 333/444’

1989

Textron Approved Applicator Status

Textron Approved Applicator Status ‘Chartek Fire Proofing’ awarded.

1990

Expanding the business

Barrier Fire Protection acquire HM.Woods and Corrotherm BvBA.

1990

Key Projects & Accreditations

Mandoval Approved Applicator Status ‘Mandolite / Fendolite’ awarded. BS 5750 Quality Assurance accreditation is awarded. BP Miller project completed.

1990

Lord Cullen Public Enquiry Report was published

1991

BASF Antwerp & Hotel Villa Olympica

Completed significant fire protection projects for BASF Antwerp LPG sphere and Hotel Villa Olympica (Barcelona).

1992

Barrier Brandschutz GmBH is created

1992

BNFL Sizewell ‘B’

1992

WJ Leighs Approved Applicator Status ‘Firetex’ awarded

1993

Das Island, Abu Dhabi

1993

PPG Approved Applicator Status ‘Pittchar’ awarded

1994

Firetex Certification Awarded

1995

BNFL Sellafield

1997

VCA/SCC Safety Management accreditation is awarded

1999

Key Projects

Brown & Root Halliburton KBR, Hassi Berkine CPF Ghadames Basin, Sahara, Algeria

2002

BP Clair

2003

Statoil Hammerfest Snovhit

2004

Key Projects & Accreditations

Nexen Buzzard & HSE Key Programme 3 Asset Integrity

2005

Industry-shaping events

Texas Oil Refinery Disaster, Skikda Refinery disaster, Buncefield Oil Storage Depot Disaster – Public enquiry

2007

Nexen Buzzard 2

2010

Esso Highlands Papua New Guineau, CB&I Clough JV / HIDES HGCP

2011

The first contract with Arc Industrial Services

Arc Industrial Services first contract awarded for Offshore Module Architectural Outfitting works with SLP Engineering Ltd upon the Katy Project.

2012

Barrier Group acquisition of ARC Industrial Services Ltd

2012

Design and Outfitting Projects

First Design Contract award for Electrical Module on Enquest Producer for AMEC and the first Design and Outfitting Contract awarded to Barrier by Enquest.

2012

BS ISO 9001:2008 accreditation is awarded

2013

Heerema Cygnus AWHP

2013

BS ISO 18001:2007 accreditation is awarded

2013

First Invitation to Tender recieved on Type 26 Project from BAE Systems

2014

GDF/Engie Cygnus Heerema / Cygnus AWHP, PU and ACM topside platforms

2014

First Offshore Outfitting Contract awarded upon the West Sole Alpha for NSV and Perenco

2015

Key Projects & Accreditations

Talisman Montrose flare & Talisman Montrose Bridge. ISO9001:2015 accreditation is awarded.

2015

First Offshore Wind Farm Modular Build Contract awarded to Barrier. Dudgeon Emergency Offshore Module for SLP Eng Ltd

2015

Completed first £4m+ Architectural contract for Enquest (Onshore Scope)

2015

BASL acquired its new office premises and fabrication facility in Wynyard

2015

First Facade Cladding and Roofing Contract awarded to Barrier. Allerton Waste Recovery Park for Vinci Construction

2016

Kugeltank Deutsche Infinieum & Sabic Etuane Import Terminal

2016

BS ISO 14001:2015 accreditation is awarded

2016

Facade Cladding and Roofing contracts

First HVDC Converter Station Facade Cladding and Roofing Contract awarded to Barrier. Shetland – Moray – Caithness Link at Blackhillock and Spittal for Grahams Construction.

2017

ExxonMobil RAHC

2017

Further work with BAE systems

First Naval Supply Contract awarded to Barrier. Type 26 Commissariat Equipment Supply to BAE Systems.

2018

Buzzard Slugcatcher

2018

First Multi-Disciplined Services Subcontract for Atlantic Projects Company

First Multi-Disciplined Services Sub-Contract awarded to Barrier inclusive of Scaffolding, Insulation and Facade Cladding disciplines upon the Tees Rep Biomass Project for Atlantic Projects Company.

2018

First London-based Contract awarded to Barrier. Facade Cladding and Roofing Package for CNIM at the Beddington Energy From Waste site

2019

Barrier Architectural completed its first 5m+ contract

HVDC Converter Station Facade Cladding and Roofing Contract at Blackhillock and Spittal for Grahams Construction.

2019

First Radio Frequency Protective Shielding Contract awarded to Barrier for ABB at the Daedalus HVDC Link Converter Station at Fareham

2019

BS ISO 45001:2018 accreditation is awarded to Barrier Architectural

2019

First Offshore Wind Farm Multi-Modular Build Contract completed by Barrier direct for Power Transmission Provider in lieu of Fabricator. Moray East Wind Farm for Siemens.

2020

Awarded first overseas Marine Engineering Contract

2020

Barrier Marine Service Ltd incorporated

2021

BMSL acquired its new office premises in Vancouver

2021

Awarded first overseas Marine Build Contract

2021

Cyber Security Essentials Plus accreditation is awarded

Barrier’s facilities are designed to support large-scale, multi-disciplinary projects across energy, marine, defence and industrial sectors. Each site combines modern equipment with specialist teams, enabling us to deliver projects safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.

Our headquarters in Wallsend, Newcastle is home to fireproofing and specialist coating operations, backed by extensive blasting and painting facilities. This site has supported projects since our origins in the North Sea and continues to serve as a hub for our UK operations.

At Wynyard, Stockton-on-Tees, we oversee modular construction and architectural outfitting. The site includes offices, workshops and assembly areas for containerised modules, cabins and specialist outfitting packages. Its location provides access to one of Europe’s largest pools of skilled construction and management personnel.

Our fabrication facilities in Middlesbrough offer more than 4,000m² of manufacturing space, 2,000m² of outfitting and laydown areas, and heavy cranage capacity. These workshops support the design, build and outfitting of accommodation units, substations, blast modules and other large-scale fabricated structures.

In Haverton Hill, Teesside, our dedicated fire protection facility includes five workshop bays, cranage up to 10 tonnes, and over three acres of secure yard and storage. This site specialises in passive fire protection prefabrication and on-site support.

Internationally, Barrier has established a strong presence in Canada through Barrier Marine Services, complete with fabrication shops, warehousing and engineering offices to support the National Shipbuilding Strategy.

Together, these facilities give Barrier the capacity, flexibility and resources to deliver multi-million-pound projects at scale, while maintaining the high levels of safety, quality and reliability that our clients expect.

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