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The chemical and pharmaceutical industry is fundamental to modern society. With an immense variety of products, from vital medicines and foods, the construction of buildings, to transport and leisure, the industry truly does have an impact on virtually every aspect of our daily lives.
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Latest Reports
Sustainability Reporting Disclosures
Guidance on sustainable finance and taxonomy-related reporting and disclosures.
Environmental Permitting & UK’s Best Available Techniques
The Chemical Industries Association (CIA) and the other UK Best Available Techniques (BAT) Tranche 1 impacted Trade Associations reviewed the recently published UK BAT Waste Gas Treatment outline draft.
CIA’s 13 Key Asks for the UK Chemicals Strategy
As the UK Chemicals Strategy continues to progress towards release of a draft consultation towards the end of 2021, the Chemical Industries Association continues to offer support in assisting with its development.
Chemical Indistries Association has a commitment to helping businesses keep informed and compliant with regulation, help improve the professional competencies of staff, and share best practice amongst members.
Keeping up with the ‘Raters and Rankers’: Ecovadis
In their latest SLR webinar series, we offer our view on the ‘Raters & Rankers’ industry. Much has changed in the past few years, so we want to guide you through what’s been taking place in this evolving and complex space. In our third episode, we’ll shine a spotlight on EcoVadis, a leading assessment platform gaining traction in sustainability rating.
IMechE Summer Sustainability and Decarbonisation Barbecue
IMechE North East Region is hosting a Summer Barbecue on the 3rd July 2024, to celebrate the successes in Sustainability & Decarbonisation.
Sustainability Management
In person - The course, by SLR, provides examples of some of the main sustainability drivers in the chemicals sector and best practice techniques for their effective management, including change management and departmental alignment.
Britain’s chemical industry fuelling UK growth - a plan for the next Government
Our starting point is a strong one – the sector is the country’s largest manufacturing exporter; it has already reduced emissions by 80% over the past 30 years and thousands of highly skilled and well-rewarded jobs are located in parts of the country that really need them. To help inform and support the next government’s agenda for growth and prosperity, we are proposing a number of recommendations.
The UK chemical industry by numbers
The chemical and pharmaceutical industry is fundamental to modern society. With an immense variety of products, from vital medicines and foods, the construction of buildings, to transport and leisure, the industry truly does have an impact on virtually every aspect of our daily lives.
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The Chemical Industries Association is the organisation representing and advising chemical and pharmaceutical companies located across the UK. Our core membership is a diverse mix of chemical and pharmaceutical companies operating within the UK.
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Associate membership is open to anyone who provides a service to a chemical company and offers the opportunity to promote your business through our networks
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Key manufacturing exporter reports first growth in 2 years
Figures released by the Chemical Industries Association indicate a significant turnaround in the chemical sector – one of Britain’s biggest manufacturing export industries – showing signs of growth.
Finalists Announced for the Chemical Industry Awards 2024 - Award entries hit a record high for the third consecutive year!
Celebrating the best of the UK chemical industry
Chemical industry says ‘At Last’ as UK REACH consultation is published
Following 3 years of intense debate and engagement on the future of UK REACH in a highly volatile political context, we finally see a tangible proposal from government coming to life.
British Industry Supercharger gives huge boost to UK businesses
Measures will cut network charges and provide exemptions from electricity costs for firms in sectors like steel, metals and chemicals.
CIA responds to the Chancellor’s Spring Budget 2024: A promise for tomorrow but very little today
The Chemical Industries Association (CIA) welcomes measures announced in today’s budget however industry says it falls short in addressing the pressing challenges faced by UK chemical businesses amidst global competition.
About the CIA
About the CIA
Find out all about the Chemical Industries Association
The Chemical Industries Association (CIA) is the UK’s leading trade association dedicated to representing and advising chemical and pharmaceutical companies across the United Kingdom.
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What the CIA does
As a membership organisation funded by subscription, we are committed to establishing the UK as the location of choice for industry growth.
Governance
Governance and policy areas are set by the CIA’s Board and Council, elected from membership. Our Board is responsible for the governance of the CIA. Martin Ashcroft, Managing Director at Tata Chemicals Europe is the elected President of the CIA.
Economics and Business Surveys
Our CIA Business Survey helps us to identify emerging trends, highlight operating conditions for chemical manufacturers and advocate for your interests to government and media.
