Read reports and advice on trade associations by Which? Online.

Solar Water Heating.

News, views and sources of information for both trade and the public.

Trade Association site aimed at importers, wholesalers, retailers and brokers. Information on how to access the UK wine and spirit market. Links to WSAOnline.

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.

Trade association for UK dealers in antiquarian and rare books and related areas.

Trade association for companies involved with asbestos removal. News, member search and details of member services.

Purchasing consortium for independent electrical wholesalers. Also providing support and guidance in IT, legal and HR matters.

Members of The Association of Consulting Actuaries provide services for risk, benefits, employment, insurance, demographic, mortality and investment issues.

Trade Association representing manufacturers, contractors, test houses and consultants in the passive fire protection industry.

A financial services trade association.

Conferences and events venues, co-ordinators, managers, services and organisers in the UK all belong to this association.

Includes member list, news, contact details and links to related web sites.

The member companies of ABMEC are the leading manufacturing companies within the United Kingdom mining equipment sector.

Directory includes details of ABTA's members - UK travel agents and tour operators, with information on the destinations they feature and their special skills.

Organisation representing accountancy firms.

AEMT includes the majority of the leading firms in the repair, re-conditioning, and merchanting of industrial electrical and mechanical machinery.

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.

Visit this site for access to the AFDEC database. 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.

AGS is a trade association established to improve the profile and quality of geotechnical and geoenvironmental engineering in site investigation, design, remediation and construction.

AITO is an association of over 150 independent tour operators, who specialise either by holiday destination or by holiday type or activity.

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.

For distributors and manufacturers of welding supplies and equipment in the UK. Includes news, product reviews, information about membership and password protected members pages.

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.

An association for companies that use commodities such as tea, coffee, juice or water using small types of machines other than machine vending.

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.

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.

Features a members search facility and information on related industry matters.

Trade body representing the interests of a collection of trade associations in the energy and power industry.

A Trade Association that represents 95% of UK manufacturers and installers of Fire Alarm and Fixed Gaseous Extinguishing systems.

Information about the association, with membership details, an on-line database of member interior designers, and on courses. Contact details.

Represents the UK international freight services industry. Includes news, members directory events and training.

Association for marine electronics engineers and manufacturers. Details of code of practice, services and products.

Trade federation for the UK plastics and polymer industry.

Details of membership conditions, with industry news, events and links.

UK textile machinery industry association.

Includes members details, news and buyers guide.

Members directory, details of code of conduct, publications, news and information on services provided.

Representing all aspects of the temperature controlled supply chain from producer through storage and distribution to the retailer. News, events, directory and reading room.

Dedicated to the needs and interests of owners and managers of holiday properties, with news, information and discounted products and services, and an online discussion forum.

UK-based association of worldwide manufacturers and wholesalers of fishing equipment, angling and sports fishing tackle.

Directory of events services suppliers from bandstand suppliers and lighting companies to firework displays organisers and caterers.

Providing news issues and legislation affecting all aspects of the telecommunications industry.

Support and advice for persons in the licence trade. Information on services and case studies.

Organisation for freelance hairdressers in the UK. Describes its objectives, facilities and services with information about membership.

Trade association for the fresh fruit, vegetable and flower industry, representing retailers, wholesalers, importers and packers.

National organisation representing the interests of companies in the instrumentation, control, automation and laboratory technology industry in the UK.

Gasket cutters umbrella association in the UK.

For the hospitality, travel and retailing industries. Includes information about membership.

History, members list and details of how to join.

UK organisation representing ISPs.

Representative body for unit trust and investment fund managers. Offers statistics, press info, publications, training and how to join.

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.

Details of specialist leadwork contractors, newsletter and training opportunities.

Promotes fair trading practices throughout the cotton world.

Membership information, directory of licensed and registered locksmiths, guidelines, contact details and links.

A non-governmental organisation which campaigns for improved employment rights and condition for UK homeworkers.

News, information and publications from the trade association for paper and board merchants.

Membership details, directory of contractors, technical advice and product sourcing.

Information and advice for market traders on retail markets throughout the UK. Access to business insurance. Membership details, and markets database.

News, diary and membership information for the association representing agents and mill-owned sales offices of overseas paper and board makers.

Promotes the value of peas as a food and vegetable. Includes facts and figures and press releases.

Represents businesses and other organisations in the photo imaging sector. Information on events, membership, news and advisory council.

Representing manufacturers and suppliers of branded pneumatic tools and collated fasteners in the UK. Membership information is given.

Undertakes research projects on all aspects of professionalism. Discussion areas, events listings, news, government consultation papers and links to a variety of resources.

Broad-based representative body for small independent consultancy firms. Discussion forum, news, analysis and publications.

Represents executive and non-executive directors of UK businesses. Information on membership benefits, joining fees and networking services.

Association of antiquarian and secondhand booksellers. Details of fairs, news, events and membership.

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.

Represents industrial pump distributors, suppliers and engineers. Details of members, organisation purpose, trade news and code of practice.

A business resource for members and prospective members of the REC or others with an interest in recruitment issues.

Trade association for manufacturers of commercial vehicle and passenger car retreaded/remoulded tyres. General information, newsletter and member lists.

Independent organisation addressing the issues facing the UK dairy farming industry. Directory of members, with details of council members, news, events and publications.

Directory of manufacturers and suppliers of sandwiches and sandwich ingredients.

Seeks promote good quality, sustainable seafood. Includes publications, press releases and professional information, as well as fish and chip club, schools section and recipes.

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.

Offer marine equipment, pollution control, port design and other services.

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.

The Association of Contact Lens Manufacturers (ACLM) is an organisation dedicated to the promotion and growth of the contact lens Industry.

Represents the collective views of the consulting engineering profession.

AICES represents the UK Courier Industry.

Established in 2001 by a number of leading bathroom manufacturers to represent their interests at all levels.

Resources for the aerosol industry, from the suppliers of components and chemicals to fillers and marketers of aerosol products.

Markets and promotes the interior landscaping industry. Includes directory of approved contractors and suppliers and membership information.

Search for a qualified chimney sweep and view information about the organisation.

Details of this trade association, which supports and promotes excellence in a range of crafts.

Group of meat traders with locations of local vendors, recipes, news and joining information.

Qualifying body for stock takers within the Licensed Trade. Profile and services.

Information on careers, special interest groups, logistics and transport policy, publications and benefits of membership.

Resources include a list of trade suppliers, and enamellers. Online magazine and an events calendar.

Professional association of wine clubs and direct selling wine merchants. Details of membership requirements, code of practice, publications and news.

Trade body for the UK caravanning industry. Member directory, links, news and sections for public, industry and press.

Directory of suppliers and manufacturers for the childrenswear industry, also other valuable information

UK site for promotion of milk and dairy products. Site contains resources and information for schools and educational needs.

Provides advice, support and information on business issues for members and how to choose a builder for the public.

Covering Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex and Hertfordshire. Information on thatchers, thatching materials, roof maintenance, thatching standards and thatch specifications.

Definitive guide to trade associations, federations and guilds in the UK, backed by the CBI, the DTI.

Profile, services, news, forum, e-zine and list of members.