Industrial Associations

ABPI - The Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry
The Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry (ABPI) is the trade association for about a hundred companies in the UK producing prescription medicines. Its member companies research, develop, manufacture and supply more than 90 per cent of the medicines prescribed through the National Health Service (NHS).

CEFIC - European Chemical Industry Council
The European Chemical Industry Council, is both the forum and the voice of the European chemical industry. It represents, directly or indirectly, about 40,000 large, medium and small chemical companies in Europe, which employ about two million people and account for more than 30% of world chemicals production.

DIA - Drug Information Association
The Drug Information Association (DIA) is the premier member-driven organization encompassing the full continuum of disciplines in the pharmaceutical and related industries.

EFPIA - European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations
EFPIA represents the common views and interests of over 3,350 pharmaceutical companies undertaking research, development and manufacturing of medicinal products for human use in Europe.

IFPMA - International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Associations
IFPMA is a non-profit, non-governmental organisation. The objectives of the Federation are to: deal with questions of common interest (e.g. health legislation, science, research) in order to contribute to the advancement of the health and welfare of the peoples of the world; promote and support continuous development throughout the pharmaceutical industry of ethical principles and practices; to contribute expertise to and cooperation with national and international, governmental or nongovernmental, organisations with the same aims; coordinate the efforts of Members to meet these objectives.

NPA - National Pharmaceutical Association, United Kingdom
The National Pharmaceutical Association is the national body of Britain's community pharmacy owners. It was formed in 1921 to champion the interests of pharmacy owners and to promote, improve and protect an essential service to the public.

PDA - An International Association for Pharmaceutical Science and Technology
PDA is a non-profit international association of more than 9,500 scientists involved in the development, manufacture, quality control and regulation of pharmaceuticals and related products. PDA supports the advancement of pharmaceutical technology by promoting scientifically sound and practical technical information and education for industry and regulatory agencies.

PhRMA - Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of Association
The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of Association (PhRMA) represents the country's leading research-based pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies.