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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
CIA Economic Report: Second Quarter 2024
Q2 2024 was the second consecutive quarter of expansion after 18 months of contractions. Challenges remain for the sector including the cost of energy and the price of raw materials, both of which are up to four times more expensive than competitor countries.
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 industry leaders to gather at the CIA’s Annual Dinner in London
Chemical industry leaders, businesses and influential figures will be at the Chemical Industries Association’s Annual Dinner – the “must attend” event in the business calendar
The Chemical Industries Association and Unite the Union call for Government support to overcome barriers to the Net Zero transition
The UK chemical industry has reduced its greenhouse emissions by over 80% over the past decade. However, there is concern within industry that this reduction was achieved not only through changes in fuel switching and other green methods but due to a decline in production and job losses leaving the ...
CIA’s Annual Sustainability Conference is back this September in Leeds
Since 2004, the prominence given to sustainability across politics and society has changed considerably and CIA’s membership has responded accordingly. Each and every stakeholder has a role in transitioning to and building a more sustainable society. Collaboration and, in particular, peer support and learning are central to that.
The Chemical Industries Association co-signs a cross-industry letter: Addressing skilled labour workforce shortages in the UK
Today, the The Chemical Industries Association alongside 14 other trade associations, representing diverse production sectors across the UK economy, wrote to Government ministers, devolved administrations and shadow ministers to highlight concerns about ongoing shortages in skilled labour. Particularly trades that are vital to a growing and resilient economy today, as ...
CIA Business Survey: Top manufacturing exporter has turned the corner
Figures released by the CIA indicate sustained growth for Q2 2024, building on the positive performance seen in the first three months of the year. This marks a significant recovery following 18 months of severe decline.
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.
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 (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.
