COMMUNITIES
Strengthening Opportunity Through the Armed Forces Covenant
“We’re proud to extend our partnership with RBLI through this
national signage agreement. The work they do not only provides
high‑quality products for our projects but also delivers real social
value by supporting veterans and helping to change lives.’”
Toby Pyper, Contracting National Performance Director at Tarmac
Supporting Veterans into Fulfilling Careers
Through close collaboration with armed forces organisations, Tarmac supports veterans and reservists as they transition into civilian careers, providing flexibility for training commitments and acknowledging the leadership, resilience and transferable skills they can contribute.
A Partnership With Purpose: National Road Signage Contract With RBLI
Reinforcing this commitment, Tarmac has strengthened its long‑standing partnership
with Royal British Legion Industries (RBLI) by awarding a new national road signage contract delivered through RBLI’s two social enterprises:
· Britain’s Bravest Manufacturing Company in Kent
· Scotland’s Bravest Manufacturing Company in Glasgow
These enterprises provide direct employment for military veterans and people with disabilities, many of whom are living with physical or mental health challenges. The new national framework will support RBLI in expanding its signage operations across the UK, helping to sustain and grow employment opportunities for those who benefit most from a supportive and purpose‑driven workplace.
Melanie Lay, Head of Sales at RBLI
The contract reflects Tarmac’s wider commitment to responsible and inclusive procurement that delivers tangible social value. By choosing to partner with RBLI, Tarmac is helping create employment for veterans, supporting rehabilitation and long‑term stability, and backing an organisation whose mission aligns closely with the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant.
Toby Pyper, Contracting National Performance Director at Tarmac, commented:
“We’re proud to extend our partnership with RBLI through this national signage agreement. The work they do not only provides high‑quality products for our projects but also delivers real social value by supporting veterans and helping to change lives. This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to responsible, inclusive procurement and to making a lasting positive impact across the communities we serve.”
Looking Ahead
Through its Silver ERS status and strengthened partnership with RBLI, Tarmac continues to demonstrate how businesses can actively support veterans and reservists while driving social value across their operations. By creating employment pathways, offering workplace support and choosing partners who share these values, Tarmac is helping to build a fairer, more inclusive future for the armed forces community
