Our strategic partners extend the support, insight, and influence we can offer our member associations and their businesses. Through these relationships, BATF members benefit from access to national advocacy, economic intelligence, international trade expertise, and leadership networks that would be difficult to access alone.
Each partnership brings specialist expertise, influence, and opportunity - strengthening BATF’s ability to support its members across policy, growth, skills, sustainability, and international trade.
Together with our strategic partners, we are building a stronger, more resilient future for British allied trades.
Affiliate Partner
As the UK’s leading organisation representing manufacturers, Make UK provides BATF members with:
This partnership strengthens our collective voice on industrial growth, skills development, and competitiveness.
Working closely with the Department for Business and Trade enables BATF to:
This relationship ensures our industries remain visible, influential, and supported at the highest levels of government.
Member Organisation
Through our membership of TAF, BATF and its federated associations benefit from:
This supports stronger, more resilient trade bodies for the benefit of all members.
University of Strathclyde
The Fraser of Allander Institute provides:
This partnership strengthens BATF’s ability to engage credibly on economic policy and business conditions.
Member Organisation
As members of the Genesis Initiative, BATF gains access to:
This supports BATF’s role as a forward-thinking federation shaping the future of British industry.
Member Organisation
Through UK Export Partners, BATF members benefit from:
This partnership underpins our international trade work and helps members explore global opportunities with confidence.
From shaping policy to fostering innovation, BATF is leading the way for British industry. Whether you’re looking for advocacy, networking, growth, or support, we’re here to help.
