An A-Z list of professional organisations

The Association is dedicated to promoting safety and professionalism throughout the licensed asbestos removal industry. As the UK’s leading association representing the interests of asbestos removal contractors and associated businesses ARCA provides guidance, asbestos training and support on all legislative requirements for members and their clients. www.arca.org.uk

ASLEF is Britain’s trade union for train drivers. Its 23,500 members are employed in the train operating companies, the freight companies, London Underground and some Light Rapid Transport. The first recorded meeting was held on 7 February 1880. www.aslef.org.uk

The Association for Consultancy and Engineering (ACE) is the association for the UK’s professional consultancies and engineering companies operating in the social and economic infrastructure sectors. ACE champions infrastructure to government and other stakeholders, representing the views of around 450 members. www.acenet.co.uk

The Association for European Transport is a European organisation for transport professionals. It provides networking opportunities to enable the exchange of ideas, information and opportunities among its 300 corporate and individual members, who are based in more than 35 countries. www.aetransport.org/en-gb

APM the chartered body for the project profession, is committed to developing and promoting the value of project management to deliver improved project outcomes for societal benefit. With more than 30,000 individual members and over 500 organisations participating in its Corporate Partnership Programme, APM is the largest professional body for project management in Europe. www.apm.org.uk

AFI exists to promote safety, quality and professionalism throughout the UK, working to make the fencing industry stronger. We support our members with expert advice, exclusive benefits and encourage inter-member trading and collaboration. The AFI continually works to raise the profile and image of the UK fencing industry. www.afiorg.uk

The Association of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Specialists (AGS) is a not-for-profit trade association established to improve the profile and quality of geotechnical and geoenvironmental engineering. The membership comprises UK organisations and individuals having a common interest in the business of site investigation, geotechnics, geoenvironmental engineering, engineering geology, geochemistry, hydrogeology, and other related disciplines. www.ags.org.uk

The ARTP is the trade association for suppliers of training, assessment and development services to the rail industry and has more than 50-member organisations. www.artp.co.uk

ATLAS has been representing the leading players in the lightning protection and specialist access sector since 1946. At the forefront of all industry developments, ATLAS is committed to improving working practices, technical excellence and the skills of the workforce to provide the highest quality service to the industry’s clients. www.atlas.org.uk

The Association of Transport Coordinating Officers was formed in 1974, joining together senior public transport officers of local government across the UK. ATCO’s members include staff directly concerned with strategic policy development and implementation for securing passenger transport services for a wide range of public authorities. www.atco.org.uk

The Automatic Door Suppliers Association (ADSA) formed in 1985 to ensure that its member companies offer superior levels of safety for pedestrian automatic doors. The members can advise on every aspect of automatic doors, from the initial selection and specification,through to installation. www.adsa.org.uk

‘The British Drilling Association (BDA) is a trade association, formed in 1976, to look after the needs of the land drilling and geotechnical sector in its many formats. BDA members come together to raise standards; improve health & safety; train and educate and promote industry skills, to all those involved in drilling and geotechnics. BDA members are expected to uphold the highest standards and we recommend that anybody that is procuring services or suppliers in this sector, do so from a BDA Member. www.britishdrillingassociation.co.uk

Representing and supporting businesses in the hydraulic, pneumatic and motion control industries in the UK. The only voice for the industry in the UK, the BFPA aims to raise standards, share best practice, provide industry insights and promote fluid power as a vital technology in the engineering sector. www.bfpa.co.uk

The British Geophysical Association is a Joint Association of the Geological Society of London and the Royal Astronomical Society. Its aims are to promote the subject of geophysics, and to strengthen the relationship between geophysics and the other natural sciences in the UK. Membership of the BGA is open to Fellows of either of the Parent Societies. www.geophysics.org.uk

We are the principal association for geotechnical engineers in the United Kingdom. We also perform the role of the Ground Board for the Institution of Civil Engineers, as well as being the UK member of the International Society for Soil Mechanics & Geotechnical Engineering (ISSMGE) and the International Society for Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering (ISRM). www.britishgeotech.org

The British International Freight Association is the trade association for UK-registered companies engaged in international movement of freight by rail, air, road and sea. It has around 1,500 corporate members who offer a wide range of services within these various modes of transport. www.bifa.org/home

We are a not-for-profit organisation representing the UK parking and traffic management profession. We work with our 750 plus corporate members and stakeholders to support their communities, improve compliance by those managing and using parking facilities, and encourage fairness to achieve our vision of excellence in parking for all. www.britishparking.co.uk

BCPA is the leading UK trade association, representing organisations with a professional interest in the eradication and management of public health pests. We’re a not-for-profit organisation acting in the interests of our members and on behalf of the pest management industry in the UK. www.bpca.org.uk

Tracing its roots back to 1918, British Precast is the trade association of precast concrete manufacturers. The main aims of the federation are to promote precast concrete in the construction market and to disseminate information, through a range of industry representation and by shared knowledge, to add value to its member companies. www.britishprecast.org

The trade association for the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Regulation and has Primary Authority status with Trading Standards. The BSIF has active links with many government departments and over 130 representative Trade Bodies.The Federation has some 350 members, ranging from manufacturers and distributors of safety products through to test houses, certification bodies and specialist safety service providers. www.bsif.co.uk

The BSIA is the trade association representing the UK’s private security industry. Its members provide more than 70 per cent of the UK’s security products and services (by turnover) including electronic solutions such as access control and CCTV, as well as security guarding and consultancy services. www.bsia.co.uk

BSI is the business standards company that helps organizations all over the world make excellence a habit. For more than a century we have been challenging mediocrity and complacency to help embed excellence into the way people and products work. That means showing businesses how to improve performance, reduce risk and achieve sustainable growth. As a global leader in helping organizations improve, our clients range from high profile brands to small, local companies in 182 countries worldwide. www.bsigroup.com

British Transport Police is responsible for policing the UK rail network nationally, protecting passengers, rail operators and their staff across the country. It also covers the London Underground, DLR, Midland Metro tram system, Croydon Tramlink, Sunderland Metro, Glasgow Subway and Emirates Airline. www.btp.police.uk

BTPA is the independent body responsible for ensuring an efficient and effective police force for rail operators, their staff and passengers. Its duties and functions are like those of the Scottish Police Authority or a police and crime commissioner in England and Wales, but it oversees a force that is responsible for policing a much wider area – the railways of Great Britain. www.btpa.police.uk

The BTS is an Associated Society of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE). With a current membership of 788 individual members and 90 corporate members, it is one of the most vibrant gatherings of professional tunnellers in the world. www.britishtunnelling.com

Campaign for Better Transport is a national charity which works to make sustainable transport available to all and encourage its use. Campaign for Better Transport’s vision is for all communities to have access to high quality, sustainable transport that meets their needs, improves quality of life and protects the environment. www.bettertransport.org.uk

The Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE) is a professional body and unifying voice within the construction sector. Bringing together members, who work across the life cycle of the built environment, specialising in a wide range of disciplines, CABE shares knowledge, raises standards and develops professional building engineers. www.cbuilde.com

The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) is an international centre of excellence for the practice and profession of alternative dispute resolution (ADR). CIArb is passionate about promoting a harmonious society and helping people and organisations avoid, manage and resolve conflict through our global network of more than 21,500 members, students included. www.ciarb.org

The Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists is the lead qualifying body for Architectural Technology. Founded in 1965, it represents those working and studying within the discipline. CIAT qualifies Chartered Architectural Technologists, MCIAT and professionally qualified Architectural Technicians, TCIAT. www.ciat.org.uk

We are the leading professional membership body representing ecologists and environmental managers in the UK and Ireland. We are passionate about nature and pragmatic about the need to manage it in ways that add value to society. Our Registered Practices deliver the best outcomes for biodiversity, whilst supporting successful development. www.cieem.net

The Chartered body for professionals involved in the movement of goods, people and their associated supply chains. Delivering career development, relevant information, essential networking and professional recognition. Promoting pride in your profession. Delivering your development. Driving professional recognition. Providing essential news, guidance, and information. Keeping you moving. www.ciltuk.org.uk

The CIPD is the professional body for HR and people development. The registered charity champions better work and working lives and has been setting the benchmark for excellence in people and organisation development for more than 100 years. It has a community of more than 150,000 members across the world, provides thought leadership through independent research on the world of work, and offers professional training and accreditation for those working in HR and learning and development. www.cipd.co.uk

CIPS is the largest organisation in the world dedicated to the procurement and supply profession and acts as the profession’s voice, supporting individuals and organisations to achieve excellence and providing the Global Standard in Procurement and Supply. It is the awarding body regulated by OFQUAL in England for procurement and supply management qualifications. www.cips.org

CIBSE is the standard setter and authority on building services engineering. It publishes Guidance and Codes which are internationally recognised as authoritative and sets the criteria for best practice in the profession. The Institution speaks for the profession and so is consulted by government on matters relating to construction, engineering and sustainability. It is represented on major bodies and organisations which govern construction and engineering occupations in the UK, Europe and worldwide. www.cibse.org

The Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES) is an international qualifying body dedicated to the regulation, education and training of surveyors working within civil engineering. It has relevant competencies for geospatial engineers and commercial managers, leading to grades of membership and professional registration as chartered or incorporated engineer. www.cices.org

Chartered Institution of Railway Operators

CIRO exists for its members and the rail industry, promoting best practice and representing the interests of railway operators at all levels. It delivers membership services, learning opportunities and courses that are tailored specifically to the needs of the industry, many of which lead to internationally recognised qualifications www.railwayoperators.co.uk

(CQI) The Chartered Quality Institute (CQI) is the professional body for experts in quality management. We support individuals and organisations to improve the performance of their business through quality management. With 19,000 members located in 130 countries, the CQI is uniquely placed to lead the global quality profession. We encompass the whole quality community, including quality management professionals (CQI members) and management systems auditors, through our International Register of Certificated Auditors (IRCA) members. www.quality.org

Since 1878 we have worked with people, organisations, and economies to help them identify and develop the skills they need to thrive. Everything we do is focused on developing and delivering high-quality training, qualifications, assessments, and credentials that lead to jobs and meet the changing needs of industry. www.cityandguilds.com

Representing civil engineering contractors, CECA builds and maintains the UK’s critical infrastructure networks in transport, energy, water, waste and communications. It has more than 300 members who are estimated to carry out around 70 per cent of all civil engineering activity in the UK. www.ceca.co.uk

Community Rail Network is the umbrella body for over 75 community rail partnerships across the UK, as well as more than 1,200 station adoption groups. It supports its members to be effective in benefiting their communities and railways, socially, environmentally and economically. www.communityrail.org.uk

The Community Transport Association (CTA) is a national charity that represents and supports providers of community transport: thousands of local charities and community groups across the UK that all provide transport services that fulfil a social purpose and community benefit. www.ctauk.org

CPT helps a dynamic bus and coach industry to provide better journeys for all, creating greener communities and delivering economic growth. They do this by representing around 900 members from across the industry be they large or small, bus or coach, operator or supplier. www.cpt-uk.org

CIRAS is a confidential incident reporting and analysis service that delivers assurance for member organisations across the UK. It is a totally independent service governed by the ‘CIRAS Committee’, comprising representatives from the UK rail industry, TfL, UK Light Rail, Trams and other UK transport modes. www.ciras.org.uk

CIRIA is a neutral, independent, notfor-profit body that links organisations with common interests and facilitates a range of collaborative activities that help improve the industry. www.ciria.org

The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) supports the skills needs of British construction – in England, Scotland and Wales. It attracts talent to the construction sector, so employers have an adequate recruitment pool, and encourages employers of all sizes to access the skills training necessary to grow their businesses. www.citb.co.uk

The Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) is the leading trade association for the plant hire industry in the UK and CPA Members supply 85% of hired plant to the construction industry. Established for 75 years, the CPA has over 1,600 members, with premises in the City of London, and a permanent staff of experienced employees. The Association is governed by a Council of Members, who represent of plant-hire companies of all types and sizes throughout the country. www.cpa.uk.net

The Construction Products Association represents the UK’s manufacturers and distributors of construction products and materials. The sector directly provides jobs for 373,000 people across 23,884 companies and has an annual turnover of £61.2 billion.The Construction Products Association is the leading voice to promote and campaign for this vital UK industry. www.constructionproducts.org.uk

Members of the Association include Flooring Contractors, Manufacturers, Distributors and Consultants – large and small, operating from locations throughout the UK. Members work across a wide range of flooring finishes including carpets, underlays, vinyl, rubber, timber, adhesives and flooring accessories. www.cfa.org.uk

Since 1878 Cycling UK has worked for safer streets, opened up new traffic-free routes and inspired more people with the confidence to get on their bikes. We promote all forms of cycling to inspire people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to ride. We support our members and defend UK cyclists’ rights for safer roads, better infrastructure and legal protection. www.cyclinguk.org

The Delay Attribution Board is an industry body established under the Network Code to ‘Lead, Monitor and Advise’ the Rail Industry on the attribution of train delays. The Board comprises representatives from Network Rail and Train Operators, with an independent Chair, providing knowledge and experience from across the industry. www.delayattributionboard.co.uk

The government department, which is run by the Secretary of State for Transport, is responsible for the English transport network and a limited number of matters in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Among the DfT’s aims are to sustain economic growth, improve productivity through reliable and efficient transport networks and to enhance access for all to jobs, services, and social networks. www.dft.gov.uk

The DSA’s mission is to promote the work of professional drilling and sawing contractors by highlighting the main advantages of cutting concrete with diamond tools, which include precision cutting within the shortest time scale, reduced noise, dust and debris and maintenance of structural integrity. www.drillandsaw.org.uk

The regulatory body for the UK engineering profession, it holds the national Register of 230,000 Engineering Technicians (EngTech), Incorporated Engineers (IEng), Chartered Engineers (CEng) and Information and Communications Technology Technicians (ICTTech). The Council also sets and maintains the internationally recognised standards of professional competence and ethics that govern the award and retention of these titles. www.engc.org.uk

The EIA has more than 70 years’ experience in promoting trade and representing the interests and aspirations of the UK engineering manufacturing sector, particularly SME’s. It’s an accredited trade organisation for Department of International Trade, assisting UK SME’s in their participation at overseas engineering trade shows. www.eia.co.uk

Enscite offers funding and support to small-to-medium sized enterprises (SMEs) in the aerospace, rail and automotive supply chain. We help these businesses to grow and make operational improvements. www.derby.ac.uk/business-services/ funding/enscite/

EPTO is the trade association of the European Passenger Transport Operators, whose members are the six largest private public transport companies in Eu rope. Established in 2006, EPTO promotes the development of a competitive market structure for the supply of public transport services. EPTO has worked closely with the European Commission in the development of transport policy particularly in the field of opening of the passenger transport market and competition law and membership is available to qualifying operators. www.epto.net

EAL is the specialist skills partner, awarding organisation, and EPAO for industry. We develop rail qualifications and deliver EPA informed by expertise and experience. Our rail portfolio spans all engineering disciplines; from track, traction and rolling stock, to signalling, telecoms, electrification, and overhead line. Contact us for a responsive skills solution service. www.eal.org.uk

The Federation of Master Builders is the largest trade association in the UK construction industry, representing thousands of firms in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Established in 1941 to protect the interests of small and medium-sized (SME) construction firms, the FMB is independent and nonprofit making, lobbying for members’ interests at both the national and local level. www.fmb.org.uk

The FPS is the industry body for foundation contractors. Members undertake piling and geotechnical works on construction projects. All FPS members are independently and regularly audited to ensure they represent the best quality in the industry. The standards expected are rigorous and encompass technical ability, quality management, sustainability, safety and training. www.fps.org.uk

FTMRC are the largest Federation for traditional metal roof detailing and installation, demanding higher craft skills and knowledge. As well as the heritage sector, there is increasing demand for the knowledge and skills of FTMRC members, with modern architectural design fashion attracted by the wide variety of colours and finishes available, especially in the zinc product range. www.ftmrc.co.uk

The FIA is the largest fire protection trade association in the UK with 1000 members. We are a not-for-profit organisation and a major provider of fire safety training. Our objective is to promote, improve and perfect fire protection methods, devices, services and apparatus. We achieve this through the representation of our members, providing technical support, guidance and opportunities for professional advancement through education and appropriate regulation. www.fia.uk.com

Galvanizers Association is the representational body for the hot dip galvanizing industry in the UK and the Republic of Ireland. Galvanizers Association (GA) has provided authoritative information and advice on hot dip galvanizing to users and potential users since it was first established in 1949. www.galvanizing.org.uk

Greengauge 21 aims to promote a network approach to Britain‘s railways, through extending the reach of highspeed services (to Scotland, North Wales and across England) and showing how the existing network can best be freed up to improve local and regional services. It also carries out research to support the case for investment in rail in rural areas and improving freight and logistics services and links to ports and airports. www.greengauge21.net

The Ground Source Heat Pump Association (GSHPA) was formed in June 2006 to serve as the focal point for organisations with business interests in Ground Source Energy. The GSHPA encourages the growth and development of the ground source heat pump industry. www.gshp.org.uk

The Guild of Master Craftsmen is the UK’s most established trade association, representing craftspeople recognised for their skill, integrity and expertise. See how we can support you at www.guildmc.com or to find a craftsperson in your area go to. www.findacraftsman.com www.guildmc.com

We’re Britain‘s national regulator for workplace health and safety, preventing work-related death, injury and ill health. Our activities are supported by globally recognised scientific expertise. HSE does not endorse commercial products or companies including the Rail Professional reference book or other products or companies within this publication. www.hse.gov.uk

Join 30,000+ senior leaders of small and medium sized business to boost business performance resilience and long-term growth. This 12-week 90% government funded programme has been designed to be completed alongside fulltime work. Learn through online and face-to-face sessions, alongside peer support and mentoring. Find out more about our programme here: www.derby.ac.uk/HTG

The HRA is the UK’s trade association for heritage and minor railways, heritage tramways, cliff railways, and related museums and organisations. We represent our 300 members to national and regional government; provide business support, guidance and technical advice; and we help promote heritage rail which attracts 13million visitors each year. www.heritagerailways.com

SafeHire is a Private Standard developed by Hire Association Europe and Event Hire Association (HAE EHA) with the assistance of the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) and the Prefabricated Access Supplie rs’ and Manufacturers’ Association (PASMA). All HAE EHA members have to be SafeHire Certified to demonstrate competence and compliance in all the key areas of business activity, particularly H&S legislation. www.hae.org.uk

INCOSE UK is a Professional Engineering Institution licensed by the Engineering Council. INCOSE UK acts as the UK Chapter of the International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE), a not-forprofit membership organisation founded to develop and disseminate the interdisciplinary principles and practices that enable the realisation of successful systems. INCOSE UK Offers members: professional development pathways, contact with local, working and interest groups, INCOSE UK Publications and networking events such as the Annual Systems Engineering Conference. www.incoseonline.org

The rope access technique developed by IRATA is used in a wide range of repair, maintenance, inspection and access work. Rope access methodology boasts an unrivalled safety record, short set-up and dismantling time, positive environmental benefits and removes the need for invasive access equipment or disruption to a worksite. www.irata.org

The Institute of Acoustics is the UK’s professional body for those working in acoustics, noise and vibration. It was formed in 1974 from the amalgamation of the Acoustics Group of the Institute of Physics and the British Acoustical Society (a daughter society of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers). The Institute of Acoustics is a nominated body of the Engineering Council, offering registration at Chartered and Incorporated Engineer levels. www.ioa.org.uk

The Institute of Asset Management (the IAM) is the international professional body for people and organisations involved in the acquisition, operation and care of physical assets. The IAM is dedicated to furthering knowledge and understanding of asset management. www.theIAM.org

Our members include foundry workers, design engineers, metallurgists, moulders, patternmakers, CAD technicians, methods engineers, researchers, students and suppliers to the industry. The aim of the institute is to bring together people from all sectors and levels, to offer help and advice, technical support and professional development opportunities, helping our members make the most of their careers in the castings industry. www.icme.org.uk

Open Door to all construction sectors, learn more about the Institute of Construction Management, your invite – contact the membership department for an ICM Information Pack. We will provide you with information about an Institute that cares about you, your profession, your employer and your customers in competent safety! National CDM Competence Registry™® launched 2018 – CDM4BIM Gateway™ launched 2019. www.the-icm.co.uk

The UK’s professional body for corporate responsibility and sustainability. We help Individual members develop their careers by setting professional standards, qualifying their experience, recognising their achievements and supporting them through CPD. We help Organisational members by enabling them to demonstrate their organisation’s commitment to responsible and sustainable business, share best practice and build their CR and sustainability capacity through dedicated member events. www.icrs.info

The institute is a learned body, offering training and certification in various corrosion mitigation disciplines. In addition to regional branches, it has two technical divisions: Corrosion Science and Corrosion Engineering, which provide an informal forum for the exchange of ideas and information relating to corrosion engineering issues. www.icorr.org

The Institute of Customer Service is the professional body for customer service delivering tangible benefit to organisations and individuals so that our customers can improve their customers’ experience and their own business performance. The Institute is a membership body with a community of over 400 organisational members – from the private, public and third sectors – and many individual memberships. www.instituteofcustomerservice.com

The IoD represents, supports, and develops directors. With branches across the UK, membership provides access to information and professional advice, networking, and flexible working spaces, alongside influence on issues from tax to infrastructure. The Institute, a Royal Charter body since 1906, offers in-company training and professional development for individual directors, with the Chartered Director programme at its pinnacle. www.iod.com

IEMA is the professional body for everyone working in environment and sustainability. We provide resources, tools and knowledge sharing along with high-quality formal training to meet the needs of our members. We believe that together we’re positively changing attitudes to sustainability as a progressive force for good. Together we’re transforming the world to sustainability. www.iema.net

To provide a focus for Surface Engineering and Finishing activities worldwide through the fulfilment of the technical, educational and professional needs at all levels for both the individuals and companies involved in the coatings industry. www.materialsfinishing.org

IOM3 is a major UK engineering institution whose activities encompasses the whole materials cycle, from exploration and extraction, through characterisation, processing, forming, finishing and application, to product recycling and land reuse. It exists to promote and develop all aspects of materials science and engineering, geology, mining and associated technologies, mineral and petroleum engineering and extraction metallurgy, as a leading authority in the worldwide materials and mining community. www.iom3.org

Set up in 2002 by TWI (The Welding Institute) and Network Rail in the aftermath of the Hatfield disaster. The IoRW is a focal point for good rail welding practice, development and competence and aims to raise awareness of rail welding throughout the industry. www.iorw.org

IRM is the leading professional body for risk management. We are an independent, not-for-profit organisation that champions excellence in managing risk to improve organisational performance. We do this by providing internationally recognised qualifications and training, publishing research and guidance and raising professional standards across the world. Our members work in all industries, in all risk disciplines and across the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. We’ve recently launched our new Certificate in Supply Chain Risk Management. www.theirm.org

IST are at the forefront of the spring making industry developing Spring Calculator Professional (SCP) the leading, go-to, spring validation software. Used to design, test and adapt springs under real world constraint s. We also provide ISO 17025 accredited testing, technical training, failure analyses and consultancy; giving impartial and informative advice to the world‘s spring making industry. www.ist.org.uk

The IoTA is a membership organisation dedicated to promoting professionalism in transport. Founded in 1944, it creates up-to-date training and best practice schemes to facilitate the educational needs of transport manager and/or operators. www.iota.org.uk

The Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management (IWFM) is the body for workplace and facilities professionals. We exist to promote excellence among a worldwide membership community of around 14,000 and to demonstrate the value and contribution of workplace and facilities management more widely. www.iwfm.org.uk/

A global professional engineering institution that promotes and advances civil engineering. Established in 1818, ICE has more than 90,000 members, around a third of whom are based overseas. ICE qualifies civil engineering professionals, helps them exchange knowledge and best practice, and promotes their important contribution to society. www.ice.org.uk

The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) is one of the world’s largest engineering institutions with over 168,000 members in 150 countries. It is also the most interdisciplinary – to reflect the increasingly diverse nature of engineering in the 21st century. www.theiet.org

Founded in 1945, Chartered in 2012, the IED is the premier membership body representing engineering and product designers. We aim to support and inspire our members to achieve their career goals and professional aspirations. www.ied.org.uk

The IES represents professionals from fields as diverse as air quality, land contamination and education – wherever you find environmental work underpinned by science. We utilise our network of professionals, educational institutions, researchers, and policymakers to stand up for science, scientists and for the natural world. www.the-ies.org

The IFE is a global professional membership body for those in the fire sector that seek to increase their knowledge, professional recognition and understanding of fire through a global discourse. With over 100 years of history, the IFE is instrumental in shaping a future world that is safer from fire. The IFE offers internationally recognised membership grades and fire-related qualifications and delivers more than 6,000 exams annually. www.ife.org.uk

Established in 1847, the Institution has some of the world‘s greatest engineers in its history books. It is one of the fastest growing professional engineering institutions with operations around the world and more than 120,000 members working at the heart of the most dynamic industries. www.imeche.org

The Institution of Occupational Safety and Health is the Chartered body for health and safety professionals. With more than 49,000 members in over 130 countries, it’s the world‘s biggest professional health and safety organisation. IOSH sets standards, and supports, develops and connects its members with resources, guidance, events and training. It’s the voice of the profession, campaigning on issues that affect millions of working people. www.iosh.com

Protecting the safety of all those who travel and work on railway systems worldwide. The IRSE is the professional institution for all those engaged in or associated with railway signalling and telecommunications, train control, traffic management and allied professions. www.irse.org

IStructE is the world‘s largest membership organisation dedicated to structural engineering. The Institution leads and supports the development of structural engineering worldwide, in order to secure a safe and resilient built environment for all. www.istructe.org

ITS United Kingdom, the UK association for the promotion of Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS), is a not-for-profit public/ private sector association financed by members’ subscriptions and provides a forum for all organisations concerned with ITS. www.its-uk.org.uk

The IARO is a worldwide organisation dedicated to spreading best practice and workable ideas for rail links to airports. The organisation enables the exchange of experience, ideas and information through access to its databases, workshops, seminars and via fellow members. www.iaro.com

The aims of the IGS UK chapter are to collect and distribute knowledge about geosynthetics & their applications by facilitating conferences, symposiums, evening presentations & research in order to promote the advancement of the state of the art of geosynthetics & to improve the communication and understanding of geosynthetic products between designers, manufacturers and users of the products. www.igs-uk.org

GRC is a material that has been widely used within the railway industry, ranging from permanent formwork for bridges through to decorative cladding on stations and buildings. Many GRCA members have knowledge and experience of working within the rail sector and we would recommend contacting them using our members contact information which is available via our website. www.grca.online

The International Institute of Obsolescence Management (IIOM) is a not for profit professional body for those involved in, or interested in, Obsolescence Management. The Institute is for professionals worldwide who are dedicated to furthering their knowledge and understanding of the Obsolescence Management discipline and who wish to network with a wide group of companies from a global membership. www.theiiom.org

IIRSM is the professional home for everyone involved in managing risk. Our members work across all sectors of industry, worldwide and they lead the way in managing risks to benefit people, society, government and business. We welcome individual and corporate members from all sectors of industry, including :construction; oil and gas; engineering; public sector; facilities; hospitality and healthcare, and more. www.iirsm.org

The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) is a democratic global union federation of nearly 700 transport workers trade unions representing around 20 million workers in 150 countries. The ITF works to improve the lives of transport workers globally, encouraging and organising international solidarity among its network of affiliates. The ITF represents the interests of transport workers’ unions in bodies that take decisions affecting jobs, employment conditions and safety in the transport industry. www.itfglobal.org

The Landscape Institute (LI) is the chartered body for the landscape profession. It is an educational charity that promotes the art and science of landscape practice. The Li’s aim, through the work of its members is to protect, conserve and enhance the natural and built environment for the public benefit. The LI provides a professional home for all landscape practitioners including landscape scientists, landscape planners, landscape architects, landscape managers and urban designers. www.landscapeinstitute.org

The Lead Contractors Association was formed in 1984 to promote and protect quality standards in working with lead sheet. The LCA consists of specialist installer members and Industry associate members. All members are vetted, and their work graded on a regular basis. Only LCA members can provide a 25year guarantee of their work. www.leadcontractors.co.uk

The Lead Sheet Training Academy is at the forefront of training for those using lead or hard metals in the construction industry. LSTA operates from a modern purpose built training facility in Kent that includes full scale training rigs and a wellequipped environment in which to learn, re-creating real-life situations. www.leadsheet.co.uk

With origins dating back to 1943, the LEEA represents all those involved in the lifting industry worldwide. Some of the key areas that it operates in include training services, industry representation, technical support, health and safety and marketing. www.leeaint.com

Free of any trade or political affiliation, the UK-based not for profit is among the world’s leading organisations concerned with bringing better public transport – through light rail, tramway – to towns and cities worldwide. www.lrta.org

The Institution was founded in 1911 and was then known as the Institution of Locomotive Inspectors and Foreman. Our present title was adopted in 1931. Since then we have continued to provide a knowledge of and interest in all aspects of the railway industry. Whilst based in Britain, we also have members in Czech Republic, Austria, Germany and Switzerland. www.lococarriage.org.uk

Logistics UK (formerly FTA) is the voice of the UK logistics industry, representing the transport interests of companies that move goods by road, rail, sea and air. The Organisation delivers safe, sustainable and efficient logistics, raises awareness of the industry, informs its members about the latest compliance requirements and provides training schemes to improve the skills and knowledge of drivers and industry managers. www.logistics.org.uk

The Mineral Products Association (MPA) is the trade association for the aggregates, asphalt, cement, concrete, dimension stone, lime, mortar and silica sand industries. It has a growing membership of 530 companies and is the sectoral voice for mineral products. MPA membership is made up of most independent SME quarrying companies throughout the UK, as well as the 9 major international and global companies. www.mineralproducts.org

Founded in 1945 the NASC membership now accounts for a significant share of the UK’s total industry workload and is increasingly making its mark in Europe. Our members operate from locations throughout the UK. www.nasc.org.uk

The National Federation of Builders (NFB) represents sole traders to large, billion pound construction companies and house builders across England and Wales, with turnover ranging from below £500,000 to £1.1 billion. As one of the UK’s longest standing trade bodies, it was created to represent the building profession and to promote conditions its members need to thrive and contribute to the economic success of the UK. www.builders.org.uk

NFDC is the longest-established and only trade body representing the UK demolition industry, having championed industry standards and promoted the value of using accredited demolition contractors for over 80 years. We are proud that many local authorities and developers choose NFDC members to conduct demolition works nationwide. A full list of audited and accredited demolition contractors can be found via a searchable ‘Find Members’ database on NFDC’s website. www.demolition-nfdc.com

The National Federation of Roofing Contractors Limited (NFRC) is the UK’s largest roofing trade association. With a history spanning 128 years, NFRC has established itself as the voice of the roofing industry, constantly adapting to change and innovation to ensure its members are at the fore front. www.nfrc.co.uk

Home to iconic locomotives and an unrivalled collection of engineering brilliance, we celebrate the past, present and future of innovation on the railways. Dedicated to igniting our visitors’ curiosity about the people, places and engineering marvels behind the railways, we put our passion for amazing stories into everything we do. www.railwaymuseum.org.uk

The National Skills Academy for Rail is an organisation established to enable the sector to deliver a modern and efficient, world class railway through the development of a highly skilled and productive workforce. www.nsar.co.uk

The Trust is the only British charity established to promote and encourage the preservation and restoration of the UK’s transport heritage, including rail, road and air. Founded in 1965, it provides advice and assistance, organises public events and works to secure suitable accommodation and maintenance facilities for historic items. www.transporttrust.com

Formed after a merger of the National Union of Railwaymen and the National Union of Seamen, The RMT is a British trade union for workers from almost every sector of the transport industry. Protecting its members’ pay and conditions, it currently represents more than 80,000 people. www.rmt.org.uk

NSGG aims to advance, encourage and support the study and practice of near-surface geophysics, predominantly restricted to depths of investigation down to 500m. Areas of application include hydrogeology, engineering, archaeology, forensic science, environmental investigations and monitoring, mineral exploration, hazard assessment and geological mapping. www.nsgg.org.uk

Network Certification Body (NCB) provides a system-wide approach to railway assurance and certification on infrastructure, vehicle and freight projects, both UK and worldwide. Our knowledge of the processes and our connections throughout the railway industry give us the unparalleled ability to provide solutions that work for you. www.net-cert.co.uk

The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) is responsible for protecting the interests of rail users now and in the future. ORR does this by holding Network Rail (and in future Great British Railways) to account and keeping the railway safe by regulating the rail industry’s health and safety performance. It also holds HighSpeed1 Ltd (HS1) to account and makes sure that the rail industry is competitive and fair. ORR is also the monitor of National Highways and ORR has economic regulatory functions in relation to railways in Northern Ireland and the UK section of the Channel Tunnel. www.orr.gov.uk

The UK’s largest trade and employers’ Association for painters and decorators in the industry. The Painting & Decorating Association has members across the length and breadth of the country and has been committed to encouraging best practice since1894. www.paintingdecoratingassociation. co.uk

The Perimeter Security Suppliers Association (PSSA) is the trade association for companies manufacturing, installing or supplying independently tested and rated high security perimeter protection products. PSSA members undergo strict vetting and criteria checks ensuring that accepted industry requirements are met to give end users confidence in the product received. www.pssasecurity.org

The Permanent Way Institution is a modern professional technical engineering institution for rail engineers. Its main objectives are to collect and share technical knowledge and best practice from and within the rail industry; contribute to the raising of standards through professional registration and increase the competency of rail engineers at all levels through its services. Individual & corporate membership available. www.thepwi.org

Dedicated to best practice for the cost effective and environmentally sensitive installation of utility services underground. The PJA provides: Detailed design advisory publications based on industry best practice. Case studies covering a range of applications and typical carbon savings. CPD lectures for clients and design teams. Presentations and animations to explain the technology. Research at leading universities and student teaching resources. Carbon calculator demonstrating carbon savings of nondisruptive methods. www.pipejacking.org

The Rail Alliance sits at the very heart of the rail supply chain by bringing rail customers, suppliers and supply chain opportunities together. As the UK’s fastest growing B2B rail community it spans all aspects of the rail sector and is now part of the University of Birmingham, Birmingham Centre for Rail Research (BCRRE). www.railalliance.co.uk

The Rail Delivery Group brings together Britain’s rail companies to deliver a better railway. All passenger and freight rail companies are members of the RDG, as well as Network Rail and HS2. RDG provides services and support to our members enabling them to transform and deliver a successful railway, benefiting customers, taxpayers and the economy. www.raildeliverygroup.com

Rail Forum Midlands brings together rail businesses with national and regional government supporting them to grow, export, innovate and create skilled employment. Owned and governed by our members we provide unrivalled networking opportunities encouraging collaboration across the regional supply chain and beyond. www.midlandsrail.co.uk

The leading representative body for rail freight in the UK, RFG’s members include ports, terminal operators, equipment suppliers and support services. It campaigns to ensure politicians and key decision makers are well informed, enabling them to make the right decisions for rail freight and UK logistics. www.rfg.org.uk

RICA was established in 1999 to represent the interests of small and medium enterprises in the rail industry. Its focus is on helping member companies grow through active engagement with major customers as well as influencing the direction of the industry on safety and commercial matters. www.rica.uk.com

RSSB provides research, analysis, and insight to help the industry work together to deliver a better, safer railway. As a membership based rail industry body, RSSB includes train and freight operating companies, infrastructure managers, contractors, rolling stock leasing companies and suppliers, and our work involves partnerships with academia and other railways across the world . www.rssb.co.uk

The Rail Supply Group (RSG) is the leadership body for the rail supply sector, working in partnership with Rail Delivery Group to set the direction for the industry. We bring Government and the private sector together to champion the rail supply chain, focusing on four areas of work: driving growth; accelerating innovation; doubling exports and improving skills. www.railsupplygroup.org

A rail industry trade body whose members have a commercial interest in the safe and efficient operation of railway wagons in the UK. It engages with developments and initiatives by participation in industry committees and liaising with government, standard setters, Network Rail and regulatory bodies. RWA is a member of UIP, the European grouping of wagon trade bodies. www.railwagon.org

Railfuture is the UK’s leading independent organisation campaigning for better rail services for passengers and freight. The voluntary group represents rail users and has around 20,000 affiliated and individual members. Over the past 50 years it has played a major part in getting more than 370 new and reopened stations and more than 500 miles of route to join the network. www.railfuture.org.uk

The Railway Benefit Fund is a charity that provides support to current, former and retired railway staff and their dependents across the UK. We’ve been here for railway people since 1858 and today, thanks to the generosity of our supporters, we’re able to offer help to those who need us. From financial grants and confidential advice, to online tools and a legal helpline, we provide a range of services designed to support through life’s unexpected events. www.railwaybenefitfund.org.uk

Every day vulnerable children and young people end up at UK railway stations with no one else to turn to. We’ve teamed up with the British Transport Police (BTP) to create a safety net – and a safety network – for those children who need our help the most. And we’re here to help them for as long as it takes. www.railwaychildren.org.uk

The RCEA exists to foster professional development and exchange knowledge and experience between railway engineers. The Association’s main areas of expertise include main line, London Underground and light rail. It works with other engineering disciplines through the Railway Engineering Forum and Young Railway Professionals to develop strategies for the UK network. www.rcea.org.uk

(Railway Employees & Public Transport Association) was established in 1893 to offer rail workers travel concessions. It now offers a full benefits package for its membership and is open to all personnel and families in the transport industry. REPTA is managed by officers and trustees, area councils and local collectors. www.repta.co.uk

The Railway Enginemen’s Assurance Society was established in 1865 and its ethos is the same today as it was then: to provide financial security through Savings Plans and to support its members and their families affected by death or injury that permanently prevents them from carrying out their duties. www.enginemens.co.uk

The Railway Heritage Designation Advisory Board has 12 members, consisting of individuals in the rail industry, archives and records offices, museum world, and heritage railway. It meets three times a year to recommend artefacts and records for designation by the Board of Trustees of the Science Museum. www.sciencemuseumgroup.org.uk/ about-us/railway-heritage-designationadvisory-board/

The Trust gives grants towards the restoration and regeneration of historic (listed) buildings and structures on the national network and is often consulted on applications for listed building consent and planning. Now in its 37th year, it has awarded more than 1,900 grants worth in excess of £62 million since its inception. www.railwayheritagetrust.co.uk

Railway Housing Association owns over 1,500 rented homes in 24 local authority areas in addition, we also manage 73 leasehold properties for older people. We are proud of our heritage and retain our charitable values whilst being committed to the future provision of accessible homes and services to meet housing need. www.railwayha.co.uk

RIA is the voice of the UK rail supply community, with over 300 companies in membership. We help to grow a sustainable, high-performing, railway supply industry, and to export UK rail expertise and products. We promote and represent our members’ interests to policy makers, clients and other stakeholders in the UK and overseas. www.riagb.org.uk

RISAS ensures key suppliers can become recognised as best-in-class at delivering the most challenging and high-risk products and services for the GB mainline railway. The scheme currently covers suppliers of critical products and services for the overhaul of rolling stock assets and components in the rail vehicle after-market sector. Work is now underway to transform RISAS including an expanded scope. www.risas-online.org

The Railway Tie Association is the forum for the interests and needs of all groups that depend on the wood crosstie for their business success. Our mission since 1919: To ensure that the engineered wood crosstie system continues to evolve and improve in order to remain cost-effective and meet the everchanging requirements of track systems around the world. www.rta.org

The official rail industry scheme for supplier assurance. Buyers of products and services throughout Great Britain’s rail industry including Network Rail, TfL, train and freight operating companies and rolling stock organisations – use RISQS as its supplier qualification service. The scheme helps suppliers sell into the industry by providing an open, fair and transparent way for them to be formally recognised as capable providers of products and services. www.risqs.org

Railway Mission provides independent, impartial, confidential short-term pastoral support to all railway staff and members of the public affected by railway operations. Our work complements the welfare services provided by rail employers. Our chaplains also act as chaplains to British Transport Police and support suicide prevention and mental health. Registered charity in England and Wales (1128024) and in Scotland (SC045897). A company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales (06519565) www.railwaymission.org

Consisting of retired senior managers from the wider rail industry, the society has more than 700 members with meetings on a monthly basis. There are regular talks and discussion on current topics, and updates on news of colleagues, pensions and travel facilities. www.rros.org.uk

The Royal Academy of Engineering is harnessing the power of engineering to build a sustainable society and an inclusive economy that works for everyone. www.raeng.org.uk

The Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) was founded in 1916 as the professional body for all chartered architects in Scotland and is the foremost architectural institute in the country dealing with architecture and the built environment. The RIAS offer a wide range of services and products for architects, students of architecture, construction industry professionals and all those with an interest in the built environment and the design process. www.rias.org.uk

The RIBA is a global professional membership body driving excellence in architecture. We serve our members and society in order to deliver better buildings and places, stronger communities and a sustainable environment. Being inclusive, ethical, environmentally aware and collaborative underpins all that we do. www.architecture.com

We are RICS. Everything we do is designed to effect positive change in the built and natural environments. Through our respected global standards, leading professional progression and our trusted data and insight, we promote and enforce the highest professional standards in the development and management of land, real estate, construction and infrastructure. www.rics.org

The association campaigns for an efficient, world-class transport system for Scotland; sustainable public transport for rural and urban communities; city streets free from road traffic pollution and congestion; coordinated train, bus and ferry services; and high-speed rail for Scottish Intercity and Anglo-Scottish routes. www.sapt.org.uk

The Scottish Building Federation was established in 1985 working with its members to bring together ideals, collective needs and collaborative business practices. SBF continues to represent the interests and aspirations of its members throughout Scotland. The membership is made up of hundreds of different types of companies including large, medium-sized and small businesses working within construction and general contracting. www.scottish-building.co.uk

The SPOA is the only trade association representing all business involved across the Scottish Plant Industry. Founded in 1950, we have, and will always act and advocate for our members in the various challenges the industry faces. We are proud to now have record membership of over 350 member organisations. www.spoa.org.uk

SOE works to advance Operations Engineering for the benefit of everyone through education, training, study and research. SOE also establishes and maintains standards of competence and conduct for those engaged in Operations Engineering professionally, with an emphasis on enhancing public safety. Through its Professional Sectors of IRTE, IPlantE, Operations, BES and Environmental, SOE directly influences the road transport, plant and engineer surveying sectors, developing best practice and improving compliance across the board. www.soe.org.uk

As the UK’s leading organisation representing the structural timber sector and associated supply chain companies, the STA has an objective to drive quality and product innovation through expert technical guidance and research – underpinned by education, training and event programmes. www.structuraltimber.co.uk

The role of TSA is to promote best practice amongst its members, provide a forum for members for discussion, debate and continuing professional development and, to the wider audience such as engineers and architects, provide guidance on new methods and techniques and a list of suitably qualified and experienced companies. www.tsa-uk.org.uk

The TUC is the voice of Britain at work. We exist to improve working life and promote equality for everyone. The TUC brings together more than 5.5 million working people who belong to our 48-member unions. We support trade unions to grow and thrive, and we stand up for everyone who works for a living. Every day, we campaign for more and better jobs, and a more equal, more prosperous country. www.tuc.org.uk

1923 to 2023: TBF has been supporting public transport workers during times of need for one hundred years. This is a great milestone for this not-for-profit membership charity offering a wide range of financial, health and welfare benefits should need, hardship or distress arise. Membership costs just £1.25 a week, covering the member, their live-in partner and dependent children – that’s less than 20p a day! Registered charity in England and Wales no. 1160901, in Scotland SC047016. www.tbf.org.uk

We are the independent transport user watchdog. Our mission is to get the best deal for passengers and road users. With a strong emphasis on evidencebased campaigning and research, we ensure that we know what is happening on the ground. We use our knowledge to influence decisions on behalf of passengers and road users to secure improvements and make a difference. www.transportfocus.org.uk

Transport for London (TfL) is the integrated transport authority responsible for delivering Mayor of London Sadiq Khan’s strategy and commitments on transport. It runs the day-to-day operation of the capital’s public transport network, including London Underground, London Overground, Docklands Light Railway, London Trams, London Buses and the Elizabeth line – London’s newest railway. It also manages London’s main roads and the Santander Cycles bicycle hire scheme. www.tfl.gov.uk

Founded in 1897, the union for transport and travel employees represents around 30,000 administrative, managerial, professional and technical workers, ranging from engineers and senior managers to booking office staff and call centre workers. www.tssa.org.uk

The UK Rail Research and Innovation Network (UKRRIN) is a powerful collaboration between academia and industry, providing a step change in innovation in the sector and accelerating new technologies and products from research into market applications globally. www.ukrrin.org.uk

The UKSTT (United Kingdom Society for Trenchless Technology) is a registered charity involved in the development and promotion of Trenchless techniques, sometimes termed No-Dig techniques. We should be of interest to all people involved in the installation of new and renewal or replacement of, pipes, sewers or cables. It should also be of special interest to government bodies, environmentalists, or anyone with concern over street works or traffic congestion. www.ukstt.org.uk

UK Tram was established to enable key stakeholders in the UK tramway industry to present a single voice in dealing with government and statutory bodies to enable it to develop a coordinated and structured approach to regulation, procurement and standardisation within the industry. www.uktram.co.uk

UNIFE – the European Rail Supply Industry Association, directly represents European companies responsible for the design, manufacture, maintenance and refurbishment of rail transport systems, subsystems and related equipment. UNIFE’s mission is to foster an environment where its members can provide railway systems to cater for the growing demands of rail transport. Twitter: @UNIFE www.unife.org

Unite, the country’s largest union, represents 12,000 members working in the rail industry, mainly in engineering and maintenance roles. The union engages with Network Rail and the railway employers to advance the pay and employment conditions of its members. www.unitetheunion.org

The United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) is the sole National Accreditation Body for the UK. Its role is to check that organisations providing conformity assessment services (certification, testing, inspection and calibration) are meeting a required standard of performance. UKAS accreditation demonstrates an organisation’s competence, impartiality and performance capability against internationally recognised standards. For further information please visit www.ukas.com

In order to secure the future of rail, YRP promotes the rail industry as a great place to work, inspires the next generation of railway talent and develops the future leaders of the industry. www.youngrailpro.com

The Urban Transport Group brings together and promotes the interests of Britain’s largest urban areas on transport. Our full members are Transport for West Midlands, Merseytravel (Liverpool City Region), Nexus (Tyne and Wear), South Yorkshire PTE (Sheffield City Region), Transport for Greater Manchester, Transport for London, West Yorkshire Combined Authority. We also have associate members between them our members serve over 24 million people. www.urbantransportgroup.org

Women in Rail is a charity comprising men and women from the UK rail sector, working alongside undertakings and stakeholders in the industry to support the development, promotion and attraction of women in the railway and, more broadly, improve gender balance, equality, diversity and inclusion in the UK rail sector. www.womeninrail.org