{"id":15088,"date":"2025-06-03T16:13:34","date_gmt":"2025-06-03T15:13:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.crash.org.uk\/?p=15088"},"modified":"2025-06-03T16:13:34","modified_gmt":"2025-06-03T15:13:34","slug":"crash-celebrates-25-years-of-the-construction-industry-dragon-boat-challenge","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.crash.org.uk\/news\/crash-celebrates-25-years-of-the-construction-industry-dragon-boat-challenge\/","title":{"rendered":"CRASH celebrates 25 Years of the Construction Industry Dragon Boat Challenge"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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On Thursday 22nd May, the construction industry came together at London\u2019s Surrey Docks to celebrate an incredible milestone \u2013 the 25th anniversary of the Construction Industry Dragon Boat Challenge, held in proud partnership with Building Magazine and organised by NewWave Events.<\/p>\n

With spirits high, 39 teams from across the sector hit the water for a thrilling, fun-filled day of rowing and fundraising in support of CRASH\u2019s vital work with homelessness charities and hospices.<\/p>\n

This year\u2019s silver anniversary was a powerful reminder of what can be achieved when the construction industry unites for good. With every splash of the oars, teams raised vital donations to help CRASH continue delivering practical support and professional expertise to create place that care for people at their most vulnerable. An incredible \u00a326,305 was raised for our work with homelessness charities and hospices \u2013 a total that will leave a lasting legacy.<\/p>\n

And the Winners Are\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfc6 Dragon Boat Champions<\/strong>
\n1st: OAR-izon \u2013 Horizon Construction (London)<\/strong> \u2013 64.08
\n2nd: Fulkers Bailey Russell<\/strong> \u2013 64.62
\n3rd: Major Deck \u2013 CBRE<\/strong> \u2013 65.26
\n4th: Dirty Oars \u2013 Horizon Construction (East Anglia)<\/strong> \u2013 65.93<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udea3 Mixed Crew Champions<\/strong>
\n1st: Don\u2019t Go Breaking Meinhardt \u2013 Meinhardt UK Ltd<\/strong>
\n2nd: Finding Neilcott \u2013 Neilcott Construction Ltd<\/strong>
\n3rd: Finding Neilcott II \u2013 Neilcott Construction Ltd<\/strong><\/p>\n

\ud83e\udd42 Charity Champions<\/strong>
\nNeilcott Construction<\/strong> once again took home the Charity Trophy<\/strong>, raising over \u00a39,880<\/strong> in sponsorship alone. They also won a CRASH Magnum of Champagne<\/strong> in recognition of their incredible fundraising. We are truly grateful for Neilcott Construction’s unwavering support and generosity. Their dedication makes a real difference to the lives of people when they are at their most vulnerable. Thank you, Neilcott, for going above and beyond once again!<\/p>\n

Special mentions go to AIS, CBRE, and The Workplace Technology Group for their exceptional fundraising contributions.<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfc5 Highest Placed Platinum Crew
\nThe Workplace Technology Group \u2013 CBRE<\/strong>
\nWinners of the CRASH Magnum of Champagne<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfad Best Dressed Crew<\/strong>
\nJackson Civil Engineering \u2013 \u201cThe JCE Juggernaut\u201d<\/strong>
\nThis creative crew wowed the crowds in grass skirts and cone heads<\/em>, earning them the title of Best Dressed and a CRASH Magnum of Champagne!<\/p>\n

More Than Just a Race<\/strong><\/p>\n

Beyond the competition, the event featured fantastic raffle prizes, themed outfits, and a vibrant atmosphere that made the 25th year one to remember. CRASH extends special thanks to volunteers Ash Sood, Klara Nagy, Jaynish Patel and Charlie Bayliss from Corporate Patron Beale & Co, who not only helped sell raffle tickets throughout the day but also jumped into the action by getting in some of the boats themselves!<\/p>\n

Thank you also to our generous raffle sponsors: Corporate Patrons<\/strong> AECOM, Dulux Decorator Centre, Galliford Try, London Building Control, and Supporter TRIbuild Solutions<\/strong>.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n

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