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Association of Chartered Certified Accountants - http://www.accaglobal.com/
Organisation representing accountancy firms. |
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Association of British Insurers - http://www.abi.org.uk/
The ABI aims to provide leadership to the industry and to shape and influence decisions made by the Government, regulator and other public authorities. |
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The British Wind Energy Association - http://www.bwea.com/
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. |
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The Institute of Logistics and Transport - http://www.ciltuk.org.uk/
Information on careers, special interest groups, logistics and transport policy, publications and benefits of membership. |
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Association of Online Publishers - http://www.ukaop.org.uk
AOP is an industry body producing events, research, networking and knowledge sharing for the UK digital media industry. |
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Society of Dyers and Colourists - http://www.sdc.org.uk/
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. |
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Trade Association Forum (TAF) - http://www.taforum.org/
Definitive guide to trade associations, federations and guilds in the UK, backed by the CBI, the DTI. |
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Public Relations Consultants Association (PRCA) - http://www.prca.org.uk/
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. |
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British Association for Fair Trade Shops (BAFTS) - http://www.bafts.org.uk/
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. |
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Professional Contractors Group - http://www.pcg.org.uk/
Broad-based representative body for small independent consultancy firms. Discussion forum, news, analysis and publications. |
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Environmental Protection UK - http://www.environmental-protection.org.uk/
Association of environmental protection specialists. Works on environmental protection and management issues including air quality and noise. |
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Professional Associations Research Network - http://www.parnglobal.com
Undertakes research projects on all aspects of professionalism. Discussion areas, events listings, news, government consultation papers and links to a variety of resources. |
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Association for Conferences and Events (ACE) - http://www.aceinternational.org/
Conferences and events venues, co-ordinators, managers, services and organisers in the UK all belong to this association. |
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Confederation of Passenger Transport UK (CPT) - http://www.cpt-uk.org/
The voice of the coach, bus and light rail industries in UK; information about membership, benefits, campaigns, regional presence, and contacts. |
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Society for Co-operative Studies - http://www.co-opstudies.org/
Cooperative research organisation including news, membership details, recent research and links. |
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Aluminium Packaging Recycling Organisation (ALUPRO) - http://www.alupro.org.uk/
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. |
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Master Locksmiths Association - http://www.locksmiths.co.uk/
Membership information, directory of licensed and registered locksmiths, guidelines, contact details and links. |
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Society of Maritime Industries - http://www.maritimeindustries.org/index.jsp
Offer marine equipment, pollution control, port design and other services. |
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http://www.lapada.org/ - http://www.lapada.org/
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. |
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Investment Management Association - http://www.investmentuk.org/
Representative body for unit trust and investment fund managers. Offers statistics, press info, publications, training and how to join. |
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Nuclear Industry Association - http://www.niauk.org/
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 the nuclear industry. |
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Association of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Specialists (AGS) - http://www.ags.org.uk/
AGS is a trade association established to improve the profile and quality of geotechnical and geoenvironmental engineering in site investigation, design, remediation and construction. |
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The National Childrenswear Association - http://www.ncwa.co.uk/
Directory of suppliers and manufacturers for the childrenswear industry, also other valuable information |
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The British Aerosol Manufacturers' Association - http://www.bama.co.uk
Resources for the aerosol industry, from the suppliers of components and chemicals to fillers and marketers of aerosol products. |
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British Electrotechnical and Allied Manufacturers Associations (BEAMA) - http://www.beama.org.uk
Trade body representing the interests of a collection of trade associations in the energy and power industry. |
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Oil Firing Technical Association - http://www.oftec.org
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. |
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British Vehicle Renting and Leasing Association (BVLRA) - http://www.bvrla.co.uk
Members directory, details of code of conduct, publications, news and information on services provided. |
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The National Dairy Council - http://www.milk.co.uk/
UK site for promotion of milk and dairy products. Site contains resources and information for schools and educational needs. |
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The National Federation of Builders - http://www.builders.org.uk
Provides advice, support and information on business issues for members and how to choose a builder for the public. |
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Association of Convenience Stores - http://www.acs.org.uk
The campaigning voice of over 33,000 local shops. Includes information on joining ACS, its lobbying activities, advice, networking and industry news. |
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The Association of Contact Lens Manufacturers (ACLM) - http://www.aclm.org.uk/
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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Fresh Produce Consortium - http://www.freshproduce.org.uk/
Trade association for the fresh fruit, vegetable and flower industry, representing retailers, wholesalers, importers and packers. |
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Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers - http://www.rabdf.co.uk/
Independent organisation addressing the issues facing the UK dairy farming industry. Directory of members, with details of council members, news, events and publications. |
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The National Association of Licensed Paralegals - http://www.nationalparalegals.co.uk/
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. |
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British Safety Industry Federation - http://www.bsif.co.uk/
BSIF is a trade body within the safety industry. Provides a profile, news, information on member services and on joining the organisation. |
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The Guild of Master Sweeps - http://www.guild-of-master-sweeps.co.uk/
Search for a qualified chimney sweep and view information about the organisation. |
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Association of Welding Distributors - http://www.awd.org.uk
For distributors and manufacturers of welding supplies and equipment in the UK. Includes news, product reviews, information about membership and password protected members pages. |
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Baltic Air Charter Association - http://www.baca.org.uk/
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. |
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The Bathroom Manufacturers Association - http://www.bathroom-association.org/
Established in 2001 by a number of leading bathroom manufacturers to represent their interests at all levels. |
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Textile Services Association - http://www.tsa-uk.org/
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. |
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Freelance Hair and Beauty Federation - http://www.fhbf.org.uk/
Organisation for freelance hairdressers in the UK. Describes its objectives, facilities and services with information about membership. |
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Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) - http://www.asfp.org.uk
Trade association representing manufacturers, contractors, test houses and consultants in the passive fire protection industry. |
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Pet Food Manufacturers Association - http://www.pfma.org.uk
PFMA represents the leading manufacturing companies within the United Kingdom pet food manufacturing sector. Provides news and information. |
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Photo Imaging Council - http://www.pic.uk.net/
Represents businesses and other organisations in the photo imaging sector. Information on events, membership, news and advisory council. |
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Asbestos Control and Abatement Division - http://www.tica-acad.co.uk/
Trade association for companies involved with asbestos removal. News, member search and details of member services. |
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British Marine Electronics Association - http://www.bmea.org
Association for marine electronics engineers and manufacturers. Details of code of practice, services and products. |
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East Anglia Master Thatchers Association - http://www.eamta.co.uk
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. |
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Faset Limited - http://www.faset.org.uk
Trade association and training body for the UK and Irish safety net rigging and fall arrest industry. |
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Pump Distributors Association - http://www.the-pda.com/
Represents industrial pump distributors, suppliers and engineers. Details of members, organisation purpose, trade news and code of practice. |
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The International Wine Clubs Association - http://www.go-e.co.uk/iwca/
Professional association of wine clubs and direct selling wine merchants. Details of membership requirements, code of practice, publications and news. |
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Beverage Service Association - http://www.beverageserviceassociation.com/
An association for companies that use commodities such as tea, coffee, juice or water using small types of machines other than machine vending. |
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Association of Electrical and Mechanical Trades (AEMT) - http://www.aemt.co.uk
AEMT includes the majority of the leading firms in the repair, re-conditioning, and merchanting of industrial electrical and mechanical machinery. |
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Power Fastenings Association - http://www.powerfastenings.org.uk
Representing manufacturers and suppliers of branded pneumatic tools and collated fasteners in the UK. Membership information is given. |
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The Institute of Certified Locksmiths - http://theinstituteofcertifiedlocksmiths.org/
Professional association aiming to encourage and promote a high standard in locksmith services. Includes information on membership, guidelines for members, training and news. |
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DJ Associates - http://www.djassociates.org
Free to join association for all types of disc jockey including mobile and club DJs. |
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Professional Directors - http://www.professionaldirectors.co.uk/
Represents executive and non-executive directors of UK businesses. Information on membership benefits, joining fees and networking services. |
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The National Caravan Council - http://www.national-caravan-council.co.uk
Trade body for the UK caravanning industry. Member directory, links, news and sections for public, industry and press. |
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National Network of Approved Locksmiths - http://www.nnal.co.uk
NNAL is a trade association aiming to raise standards within the locksmithing industry and providing training and accreditation to individual members. |
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International Freelancers Association - http://ifa-voice.com
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. |
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Federation of Communication Services - http://www.fcs.org.uk
Providing news issues and legislation affecting all aspects of the telecommunications industry. |