Chemical Industries Association
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| Abbreviation | CIA |
| Legal status | Not-for-profit organisation |
| Purpose/focus | Trade association for chemical engineering and pharmaceutical companies in the United Kingdom |
| Location | Kings Buildings, Smith Square, London, SW1P 3JJ |
| Region served | United Kingdom |
| Membership | 140 companies |
| Chief Executive | Stephen Elliott |
| Main organ | CIA Council |
| Affiliations | CEFIC, International Council of Chemical Associations |
| Website | CIA |
The Chemical Industries Association (CIA) is the largest trade association for the chemical and chemistry-using industries in the United Kingdom.
Function
It represents member companies at both the national and international level. The CIA carries out advocacy on behalf of its members' interests. Its remit is to "articulate members’ collective hopes and concerns; improve appreciation of the situation amongst UK and European governments, the media and other key stakeholders; and help address the global competitive issues encountered by our members." [1]
Structure
The CIA currently has around 140 members. These members operate from around 200 sites within the UK. The Association is headed by an elected council of 25 industry executives. It is a requirement of membership that companies that committed to Responsible Care principles. Currently the Council is presided over by John Saul from GSK.
The CIA owns and supports Chemicals Northwest.[2]
