The British & Irish Association of Fastener Distributors (BIAFD) has launched a new industry survey aimed at building a clearer picture of the scale, reach, and economic contribution of the fastener distribution sector across the UK and Ireland. The initiative forms part of BIAFD’s ongoing work...
Last week’s Spring conference brought the membership together for a day of insight, discussion and industry updates with over 100 delegates attending. The highlight from the morning’s Executive meeting was the sound of group discussion with the revised format brought to the market and supply chain...
We’re delighted to announce that BIAFD will be exhibiting at Torque Expo on May 12, and we’re looking forward to connecting with members and those interested in joining our growing membership base. As the sector continues to evolve, staying informed has never been more important. From...
We’d like to thank event sponsors Cardinal Global Logistics, Apex Stainless Fasteners, Epicor and Brighton Best International for supporting our upcoming conference on Thursday, April 30 at the Leonardo Hotel Hinckley Island. This event will gather industry experts to explore some of the key challenges currently...
We’re pleased to reveal the speaker line-up for the Spring conference on Thursday, April 30 at the Leonardo Hotel Hinckley Island. This will be the fifth consecutive conference where we bring members the latest on CBAM. And yes – it’s back again. With EU implementation underway...
We’re pleased to announce that registration is now open for BIAFD’s Spring conference, which will take place on Thursday, April 30 at Leonardo Hinckley Island Hotel. Reflecting the growing popularity and scale of the event, what was previously known as the Spring meeting is now officially...
At last week’s Autumn meeting, the BIAFD Management Committee (MC) and membership gathered to acknowledge the departure of a key leader. Ian Doherty, having announced his resignation and retirement from the MC, was presented with a gift in recognition of his service. Gary Henderson said: “Ian’s leadership,...
BIAFD is delighted to announce that Epicor will be the headline sponsor of our upcoming Autumn meeting. This event will bring together expert speakers to discuss some of the most pressing issues facing the fastener distribution sector today. Confirmed topics for the sessions include: An update...
In February the Confederation of British Metalforming (CBM) and the British & Irish Association of Fastener Distributors (BIAFD) presented a joint webinar updating their members on developments with the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) regulation. An attendance of 138 members from the two UK...
The British & Irish Association of Fastener Distributors (BIAFD) policy adviser, Phil Matten, will be retiring at the end of June. Phil’s first involvement with BIAFD dates back to around 1992, when he joined the then Executive to represent Fastbolt UK. He was briefly vice chair,...