Trade Associations Organisations Business and Economy United Kingdom

A trade association is an organisation founded and funded by businesses that operate in a specific industry. It participates in public relations activities such as advertising, education, political donations, lobbying and publishing but its main focus is in collaboration between companies, or standardisation.

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• Federation of Communication Services - Providing news issues and legislation affecting all aspects of the telecommunications industry.
  
• East Anglia Master Thatchers Association - Aims to provide the owners of thatched properties with a satisfactory and dependable service and represent the interests of thatchers. Provides information on thatchers, thatching materials, roof maintenance, thatching standards and thatch specifications.
  
• Confederation of Passenger Transport UK (CPT) - The voice of the coach, bus and light rail industries in UK; information about membership, benefits, campaigns, regional presence, and contacts.
  
• The National Association of Licensed Paralegals - The professional association for Paralegals. It aims to encourage, promote and develop the role and practice of the paralegal and represent the best interests of its members.
  
• Society of Dyers and Colourists - Professional society dedicated to the support of education and training in colour science and technology throughout industry. Contains news, membership information, and full information about the Colour Museum in Bradford.
  
• British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) - Provides a voice for landscapers and aims to raise standards throughout the industry. Information about membership, awards, events and news.
  
• The National Childrenswear Association - Directory of suppliers and manufacturers for the childrenswear industry, also other valuable information
  
• National Market Traders' Federation - Information and advice for market traders on retail markets throughout the UK. Access to business insurance. Membership details, and markets database.
  
• DJ Associates - Free to join association for all types of disc jockey including mobile and club DJs.
  
• Association of Electrical and Mechanical Trades (AEMT) - AEMT includes the majority of the leading firms in the repair, re-conditioning, and merchanting of industrial electrical and mechanical machinery.
  
• Recruitment and Employment Confederation - A business resource for members and prospective members of the REC or others with an interest in recruitment issues.
  
• International Council Of Hides Skins And Leather Traders Associations - History, members list and details of how to join.
  
• Investment Management Association - Representative body for unit trust and investment fund managers. Offers statistics, press info, publications, training and how to join.
  
• Association of Suppliers to the British Clothing Industry (ASBCI) - Bring together the clothing industry from fibre manufacture through to garment manufacture, retail and aftercare. Details of clothing industry job vacancies, news, events and publications.
  
• Master Locksmiths Association - Membership information, directory of licensed and registered locksmiths, guidelines, contact details and links.
  
• Antiquarian Booksellers Association - Trade association for UK dealers in antiquarian and rare books and related areas.
  
• Power Fastenings Association - Representing manufacturers and suppliers of branded pneumatic tools and collated fasteners in the UK. Membership information is given.
  
• Industrial Commercial Energy Association - ICOM promotes and protects the interests of its members who manufacture, commission, service and maintain industrial and commercial heating equipment. Provides information on membership, press releases, events and job opportunities.
  
• British Plastics Federation (BPF) - Trade federation for the UK plastics and polymer industry.
  
• Federation of Licensed Victuallers Associations - Support and advice for persons in the licence trade. Information on services and case studies.
  
• British Association for Fair Trade Shops (BAFTS) - Network of independent fair trade shops across the UK promotes fair trade retailing and provides a point of contact and communication for the exchange of ideas amongst our members. Includes shop directory and information on producers.
  
• Association of Convenience Stores - The campaigning voice of over 33,000 local shops. Includes information on joining ACS, its lobbying activities, advice, networking and industry news.
  
• Pet Food Manufacturers Association - PFMA represents the leading manufacturing companies within the United Kingdom pet food manufacturing sector. Provides news and information.
  
• The National Dairy Council - UK site for promotion of milk and dairy products. Site contains resources and information for schools and educational needs.
  
• British Textile Machinery Association (BTMA) - UK textile machinery industry association.
  
• British Marine Electronics Association - Association for marine electronics engineers and manufacturers. Details of code of practice, services and products.
  
• The Association of Consulting Engineers (ACE) - Represents the collective views of the consulting engineering profession.
  
• The International Wine Clubs Association - Professional association of wine clubs and direct selling wine merchants. Details of membership requirements, code of practice, publications and news.
  
• Oil Firing Technical Association - OFTEC aims to promote excellence in the oil heating and cooking industry. Provides technical advice and information on oil fired heating and cooking for consumers, manufacturers, technicians and specifiers and includes a special section for members.
  
• National Association of Paper Merchants - News, information and publications from the trade association for paper and board merchants.
  
• The National Caravan Council - Trade body for the UK caravanning industry. Member directory, links, news and sections for public, industry and press.
  
• TecHKnow - A news, information and resources website for science and technology technicians working in secondary education in the United Kingdom.
  
• Textile Services Association - Trade Association for the laundry, cleaning and textile rental industry. Offers consumers, The DryCleaning Information Bureau, where consumers can locate specialist cleaners in their area, for all types of garments and textiles.
  
• Association of Exhibition Organisers (AEO) - The AEO's mission is to increase the significance of exhibitions within the marketing mix and to satisfy the needs of an increasing number of visitors. It is run by members for members.
  
• Cold Storage and Distribution Federation (CSDF) - Representing all aspects of the temperature controlled supply chain from producer through storage and distribution to the retailer. News, events, directory and reading room.
  
• The Institute of Certified Locksmiths - Professional association aiming to encourage and promote a high standard in locksmith services. Includes information on membership, guidelines for members, training and news.
  
• Baltic Air Charter Association - BACA represents the interests of commercial aviation companies particularly in the aircharter industries and markets. List of members, rules, links, mediation, specimen contracts and news.
  
• British Safety Industry Federation - BSIF is a trade body within the safety industry. Provides a profile, news, information on member services and on joining the organisation.
  
• British Electrotechnical and Allied Manufacturers Associations (BEAMA) - Trade body representing the interests of a collection of trade associations in the energy and power industry.
  
• British International Freight Association - Represents the UK international freight services industry. Includes news, members directory events and training.
  
• Professional Directors - Represents executive and non-executive directors of UK businesses. Information on membership benefits, joining fees and networking services.
  
• The Guild of Master Sweeps - Search for a qualified chimney sweep and view information about the organisation.
  
• British Retail Consortium - Trade association for the UK retail industry. Includes news, details of policy work, events, and business information.
  
• Nuclear Industry Association - Trade association representing operators of nuclear power stations, and companies engaged in decommissioning, waste management, nuclear fuel cycle, equipment, engineering, construction, research. News and promotional information about nuclear power and th
  
• The European Federation of Interior-landscape Groups - Markets and promotes the interior landscaping industry. Includes directory of approved contractors and suppliers and membership information.
  
• Asbestos Control and Abatement Division - Trade association for companies involved with asbestos removal. News, member search and details of member services.
  
• Association of British Insurers - The ABI aims to provide leadership to the industry and to shape and influence decisions made by the Government, regulator and other public authorities.
  
• LAPADA - Trade association for professional art and antique dealers. Provides a search facility, information on fairs and exhibitions, services offered to members and advice offered to the public.
  
• Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA) - Directory includes details of ABTA's members - UK travel agents and tour operators, with information on the destinations they feature and their special skills.
  
• Association of Welding Distributors - For distributors and manufacturers of welding supplies and equipment in the UK. Includes news, product reviews, information about membership and password protected members pages.
  
• Peas.org - Promotes the value of peas as a food and vegetable. Includes facts and figures and press releases.
  
• Association for Conferences and Events (ACE) - Conferences and events venues, co-ordinators, managers, services and organisers in the UK all belong to this association.
  
• National Federation of Roofing Contractors - Membership details, directory of contractors, technical advice and product sourcing.
  
• Pump Distributors Association - Represents industrial pump distributors, suppliers and engineers. Details of members, organisation purpose, trade news and code of practice.
  
• Kitchen Specialists Association - An association to promote professionalism and excellence in the design, supply and installation of fitted kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms and home offices. Consumer advise section, trade news and membership details, product catalogue and ezine.
  
• The Association of International Couriers and Express Services - AICES represents the UK Courier Industry.
  
• The Guild of Q Butchers - Group of meat traders with locations of local vendors, recipes, news and joining information.
  
• Vehicle Builders and Repairers Association - VBRA are a trade association ensuring high standards among vehicle builders, car body repairers and vehicle builders.
  
• International Freelancers Association - IFA Voice is an association for skilled individuals who choose to work for themselves. Includes information on the organisation, the benefits of membership and the services provided.
  
• Hygiene Safety and Quality Club International - For the hospitality, travel and retailing industries. Includes information about membership.
  
• European Fishing Tackle Trade Association (EFTTA) - UK-based association of worldwide manufacturers and wholesalers of fishing equipment, angling and sports fishing tackle.
  
• Provincial Booksellers' Fairs Association - Association of antiquarian and secondhand booksellers. Details of fairs, news, events and membership.
  
• British Antique Furniture Restorers Association - Organisation of craftsmen and women concerned to maintain standards in the field of antique furniture restoration and conservation. Includes information on their student branch and listed colleges.
  
• Aluminium Packaging Recycling Organisation (ALUPRO) - Primary objective is to increase the recycling rate for aluminium drinks cans and foil. Funded by the major aluminium can and foil rollers, and the leading foil converters.
  
• Professional Contractors Group - Broad-based representative body for small independent consultancy firms. Discussion forum, news, analysis and publications.
  
• The British Wind Energy Association - BWEA is the professional and trade body for those involved in the wind and marine renewables industries. Provides information on membership, energy sources, news, events and publications.
  
• Exhibition Bulletin Event Services Directory - Directory of events services suppliers from bandstand suppliers and lighting companies to firework displays organisers and caterers.
  
• Internet Service Providers Association - UK organisation representing ISPs.
  
• Association of Baker Ingredient Manufacturers - Includes member list, news, contact details and links to related web sites.
  
• Professional Associations Research Network - Undertakes research projects on all aspects of professionalism. Discussion areas, events listings, news, government consultation papers and links to a variety of resources.
  
• Paper Agents Association - News, diary and membership information for the association representing agents and mill-owned sales offices of overseas paper and board makers.
  
• Faset Limited - Trade association and training body for the UK and Irish safety net rigging and fall arrest industry.
  
• The Association of Master Upholsterers & Soft Furnishers - News, views and sources of information for both trade and the public.
  
• Fresh Produce Consortium - Trade association for the fresh fruit, vegetable and flower industry, representing retailers, wholesalers, importers and packers.
  
• Photo Imaging Council - Represents businesses and other organisations in the photo imaging sector. Information on events, membership, news and advisory council.
  
• Environmental Protection UK - Association of environmental protection specialists. Works on environmental protection and management issues including air quality and noise.
  
• National Network of Approved Locksmiths - NNAL is a trade association aiming to raise standards within the locksmithing industry and providing training and accreditation to individual members.
  
• Lead Contractors Association - Details of specialist leadwork contractors, newsletter and training opportunities.
  
• Association of Franchised Distributors of Electronic Components (AFDEC) - The members of AFDEC represent over 80% of all electronic component distribution sales in the UK. Members shipped over £1 billion of electronic components each year to UK component users.
  
• Association of British Mining Equipment Companies (ABMEC) - The member companies of ABMEC are the leading manufacturing companies within the United Kingdom mining equipment sector.
  
• British Blind and Shutter Association - Features a members search facility and information on related industry matters.
  
• The Wine & Spirit Association (UK) - Trade Association site aimed at importers, wholesalers, retailers and brokers. Information on how to access the UK wine and spirit market. Links to WSAOnline.
  
• Association of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Specialists (AGS) - AGS is a trade association established to improve the profile and quality of geotechnical and geoenvironmental engineering in site investigation, design, remediation and construction.
  
• Association of Independent Tour Operators (AITO) - AITO is an association of over 150 independent tour operators, who specialise either by holiday destination or by holiday type or activity.
  
• Gasket Cutters Association (GCA) - Gasket cutters umbrella association in the UK.
  
• The Institute of Vitreous Enamellers - Resources include a list of trade suppliers, and enamellers. Online magazine and an events calendar.
  
• Public Relations Consultants Association (PRCA) - Representing the main public relations consultancies in the UK. Includes a directory PR agencies, online recruitment matching service, online referral system, publications and reference information for the public relations industry.
  
• The National Federation of Builders - Provides advice, support and information on business issues for members and how to choose a builder for the public.
  
• Association of Chartered Certified Accountants - Organisation representing accountancy firms.
  
• NGH | National Group on Homeworking UK - A non-governmental organisation which campaigns for improved employment rights and condition for UK homeworkers.
  
• Fire Industry Association (FIA) - A trade association that aims to promote the professional status of the UK fire safety industry. Provides information on membership, training and events.
  
• The Institute of Logistics and Transport - Information on careers, special interest groups, logistics and transport policy, publications and benefits of membership.
  
• The British Aerosol Manufacturers' Association - Resources for the aerosol industry, from the suppliers of components and chemicals to fillers and marketers of aerosol products.
  
• British Interior Design Association (BIDA) - Information about the association, with membership details, an on-line database of member interior designers, and on courses. Contact details.
  
• British Society of Scientific Glassblowers - Aims to encourage and promote higher standards of skill and technical knowledge of glass and glass apparatus. Provides information on membership, symposia, news, the journal and library.
  
• Associated Independent Electrical Wholesalers - Purchasing consortium for independent electrical wholesalers. Also providing support and guidance in IT, legal and HR matters.
  
• The Bathroom Manufacturers Association - Established in 2001 by a number of leading bathroom manufacturers to represent their interests at all levels.
  
• Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) - Trade association representing manufacturers, contractors, test houses and consultants in the passive fire protection industry.
  
• SandwichNet.co.uk sandwiches - Directory of manufacturers and suppliers of sandwiches and sandwich ingredients.
  
• Freelance Hair and Beauty Federation - Organisation for freelance hairdressers in the UK. Describes its objectives, facilities and services with information about membership.
  
• Trade Association Forum (TAF) - Definitive guide to trade associations, federations and guilds in the UK, backed by the CBI, the DTI.
  
• British Security Industry Association - Details of membership conditions, with industry news, events and links.
  
• National Federation of Retail Newsagents (NFRN) - Formed to represent and support the independent retailer sector; information about services, membership, contacts, and advice sections.
  
• The Guild of Master Craftsmen - Details of this trade association, which supports and promotes excellence in a range of crafts.
  
• Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers - Independent organisation addressing the issues facing the UK dairy farming industry. Directory of members, with details of council members, news, events and publications.
  
• Beverage Service Association - An association for companies that use commodities such as tea, coffee, juice or water using small types of machines other than machine vending.
  
• British Vehicle Renting and Leasing Association (BVLRA) - Members directory, details of code of conduct, publications, news and information on services provided.
  
• Retread Manufacturers Association - Trade association for manufacturers of commercial vehicle and passenger car retreaded/remoulded tyres. General information, newsletter and member lists.
  
• Gambica Association - National organisation representing the interests of companies in the instrumentation, control, automation and laboratory technology industry in the UK.
  
• Society of Maritime Industries - Offer marine equipment, pollution control, port design and other services.
  
• The Institute of Licensed Trade Stock Auditors - Qualifying body for stock takers within the Licensed Trade. Profile and services.
  
• Association of Consulting Actuaries - ACA is the representative body for UK consulting actuaries.
  
• The Association of Contact Lens Manufacturers (ACLM) - Organisation dedicated to the promotion and growth of the contact lens industry. Provides information on lenses, practitioners, members and an FAQ.
  
  

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