
Tembe are the Fortis Decorating & Chemicals Supplier of the Year
We are incredibly proud to have been named Decorating & Chemicals Supplier of the Year at the recent Fortis Conference, an award voted for by Fortis members themselves.
To be recognised directly by the members of the largest buying group in our industry makes this achievement particularly meaningful. It’s one thing to win an award, it’s another to be chosen by the customers you work alongside every day.

What This Award Means to Us
At Tembe, everything we do is built around our customers. From day one, our focus has been simple, deliver outstanding service, supply the right products and provide expert support that genuinely helps our partners succeed.
Why Work With Us?
- Reliable and consistent stock availability
- Fast, dependable delivery
- Technical knowledge and product expertise
- Responsive, proactive customer service team
Our customers have been and always will be at the forefront of everything we do, the fundamental heartbeat of our business.
This award reflects the dedication of our team across every department, from operations and logistics to sales and customer support, who work tirelessly to ensure we deliver on our promises.
About Fortis
Fortis is a mixed Timber, Building and Lighstside merchant purchasing group with a visionary way of doing business, boldly putting supplier partners at the centre of everything they do. Fortis are creating a different sort of purchasing organisation, one owned by its members all of whom are dedicated to working together as a team with an associated supply chain to meet their common needs and grow market share for the benefit of all involved.
The annual Fortis Conference brings together suppliers and members to strengthen relationships, review performance, and recognise excellence across the industry. To be voted Supplier of the Year by this network of merchants is a huge honour for our business.
Looking Ahead
We don’t take that trust lightly, we’ll continue investing in our people, our service, and our supply chain to ensure we remain a dependable partner for every Fortis member and customer we work with.
Thank you for your continued support, we’re just getting started.