Toocle Organization List - Europe

Union of Textile Industries
COUNTRY: France
INDUSTRY: Textiles & Leather Products
Introduct: The Union of Textile Industries (UIT) represents 2,200 companies engaged in textile businesses across France, covering spinning, twisting, weaving, knitting and textile finishing. UIT and its network support members to tackle both current and future challenges facing the textile industry. Key figures of France’s textile sector: There are 2,164 enterprises in total, 85% of which are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The industry achieves an annual turnover of 14 billion euros, 71% of which is generated by exports. It provides 61,296 direct jobs, with 3,000 vacant positions available every year. With a 125-year history, the association safeguards the collective interests of the textile industry, promotes French textile craftsmanship, assists enterprises in sustainable transformation, and releases industry research, news and professional solutions for all participants in the textile field. more>
French Automotive & Mobility Platform
COUNTRY: France
INDUSTRY: national multi-industry
Introduct: PFA (French Automotive & Mobility Platform) unites France’s full automotive ecosystem, including car manufacturers, automotive suppliers, subcontractors, startups and all players engaged in new land mobility. It designs and rolls out collective industrial strategies covering technological innovation, industrial competitiveness, employment and workforce upskilling for the whole industry. As the single representative body of France’s automotive sector before French national authorities and EU institutions, PFA advocates unified industry viewpoints on ecological transition, vehicle decarbonization, automotive regulations, and the growth of electric & smart mobility. PFA also serves as the official organizer of Paris Mondial de l’Automobile (Paris Motor Show), one of the world’s flagship auto exhibitions. Founded in 2009 amid the automotive downturn, it now covers the full French automotive value chain from finished vehicles to auto components and mobility-related services. more>
Union of Metallurgical Industries and Trades
COUNTRY: France
INDUSTRY: Construction & Building Materials
Introduct: UIMM is the official employers’ federation for France’s metalworking & metallurgy sector. It represents over 42,000 companies of all sizes across mechanical engineering, automotive manufacturing, industrial equipment, foundry, heavy metal processing and all upstream manufacturing supply chains. Supported by a nationwide network of 58 regional branches across France, UIMM covers around 1.5 million employees within the metallurgical industry, 90% of whom work for SMEs with fewer than 50 staff. Core mandates: safeguard members’ economic, legal and social interests before French and EU public authorities; negotiate industry-wide collective agreements with labour unions; provide member support on employment law, vocational training, industrial transition, innovation and corporate social responsibility; develop workforce skills to drive the future industry transformation. With over a century of history, UIMM shapes social dialogue for the metal sector and continuously promotes the competitiveness of French manufacturing industry. more>
Movement of French Enterprises
COUNTRY: France
INDUSTRY: national multi-industry
Introduct: MEDEF is France’s leading representative business organisation and the official voice for all French enterprises, serving as the key dialogue partner for government policymakers and public authorities. It consists of 117 regional branches across metropolitan France and overseas territories, alongside 102 professional federations grouping 400 trade unions covering all industrial sectors, plus 18 affiliate partner organisations. MEDEF has over 240,000 member companies, most of which are micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). In France, more than half of all private-sector employees work within firms affiliated to the MEDEF network. Mandated by its members, MEDEF defends corporate interests with public administrations and negotiates framework agreements with labour unions to balance economic, social and environmental progress for future economic development. Beyond representing business interests, MEDEF aims to advance the general public interest, holding the core belief that thriving French businesses are an essential prerequisite for national economic and social prosperity. more>
Confederation of British Industry
COUNTRY: United Kingdom
INDUSTRY: national multi-industry
Introduct: We are the collective voice of business, achieving sustainable growth. The CBI is the catalyst between industry and government, driving positive change. We speak for businesses of all sizes and sectors across the whole economy, in every UK region and nation, ensuring sustainable growth for the benefit of society. We bring together businesses, trade associations, and universities with a shared goal of creating sustainable growth. Across the UK, our relationships with devolved governments, Mayors and councils ensure your priorities shape regional decision-making. Internationally, we represent UK business at the OECD, EU, G7 and G20 — securing access, influence and advantage no other organisation can match more>
NZO – Dutch Dairy Association
COUNTRY: Netherlands
INDUSTRY: Business Services
Introduct: Dairy products are part of the daily diet of millions of people. From milk, yoghurt and butter to cheese and other products: these are produced by dairy companies operating at the intersection of food, production and international trade. The Dutch Dairy Association (NZO) is the trade association for these companies. The Dutch dairy industry keeps pace with social and economic developments. We are committed to a strong, sustainable and future-proof sector. Our 13 members form the core of the Dutch dairy industry. They produce dairy products for businesses and consumers worldwide. more>
FME?CWM – Confederation of Netherlands Technology Industry and Employers
COUNTRY: Netherlands
INDUSTRY: national multi-industry
Introduct: The power of technology and cooperation We are FME, the employers’ organization for the technology industry. Together with our members, we create solutions that strengthen the Netherlands and the world: sustainable, innovative and for everyone. We connect, accelerate and advocate, so your ideas become reality – today and tomorrow. FME has approximately 2,200 members: tech startups, trading companies, SMEs and large multinationals active in metal, electronics, electrical engineering and plastics. Members together employ 220,000 people, achieve a combined turnover of €108 billion and export €54 billion. FME partners with 30 industry associations. more>
Confederation of Netherlands Industry and Employers (VNO-NCW)
COUNTRY: Netherlands
INDUSTRY: national multi-industry
Introduct: The voice of Dutch business The Confederation of Netherlands Industry and Employers (known as VNO-NCW) is the largest employers’ organisation in the Netherlands. VNO-NCW represents the common interests of Dutch business, both at home and abroad, and provides a variety of services for its members. Over 160 (branch) associations are members, representing more than 185,000 enterprises. They cover almost all sectors of the economy, including more than 80% of all medium-sized companies in the Netherlands and nearly all large corporate institutions. VNO-NCW promotes a high-quality business and investment climate in the Netherlands to boost the competitiveness of Dutch industry. Its scope includes education, infrastructure, public finances, taxation, the environment and social security. more>
Netherlands Chamber of Commerce (KVK)
COUNTRY: Netherlands
INDUSTRY: national multi-industry
Introduct: The Netherlands Chamber of Commerce (KVK) is a public service provider. We manage the Dutch Business Register (Handelsregister), provide information, advice and support to entrepreneurs, and help businesses start, finance and grow. KVK also promotes regional economic development and ensures reliable business information in the Netherlands. more>
AUMA – German Trade Fair and Exhibition Association
COUNTRY: Germany
INDUSTRY: national multi-industry
Introduct: The AUMA is the association of the German trade fair industry. It represents the interests of around 70 members at national and international level – including all major and mid-sized trade fair companies, specialist organizers, and leading associations representing exhibitors, service providers and visitors. Founded in 1907, it champions a strong German trade fair location, promotes trade fairs as a key marketing tool and shapes the framework conditions for the sector. more>
Employers’ Association of the Metal and Electrical Industry（Gesamtmetall）
COUNTRY: Germany
INDUSTRY: Toys & Hobbies
Introduct: Gesamtmetall is the umbrella organisation of employers’ associations of the German Metal and Electrical Industry (M+E Industry). It represents the interests of more than 25,000 companies and around 3.9 million employees in Germany’s largest industrial sector. As the key partner for policymakers, trade unions (especially IG Metall) and the public, it shapes collective bargaining policy, social policy, labour law and framework conditions for the M+E Industry and champions its competitiveness. more>
German Association of Energy and Water Industries（BDEW）
COUNTRY: Germany
INDUSTRY: Safety & Security
Introduct: The BDEW is one of Germany’s leading business associations and acts as the single voice of the energy and water industry, representing the interests of more than 2,000 companies – from major utilities to small and medium-sized enterprises. It actively shapes the energy transition, advocates for supply security, sustainability, digitalisation and competitive framework conditions, and is a reliable partner for politics, customers and society. more>
German Pharmaceutical Industry Association（BPI）
COUNTRY: Germany
INDUSTRY: Rubber & Plastics
Introduct: The German Pharmaceutical Industry Association (BPI) represents the full spectrum of the pharmaceutical industry in Germany at national and international level. Its around 260 member companies include research-based pharmaceutical firms, generic drug manufacturers, biotech companies, producers of over-the-counter medicines, herbal and homeopathic preparations, vaccines, veterinary medicines, as well as pharmaceutical service providers. The BPI advocates for a strong German pharmaceutical sector, innovation, research, secure medicine supply and competitive framework conditions. more>