We strive to be the voice of the industry and carefully curate news and content of relevance to our sector.
Here you will find furniture sector news, recent achievements, and upcoming events. We also post blogs by our partner organisations, sharing their insights and opinions.
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British Furniture Association - the new name for British Furniture Manufacturers - announced
6 November 2024
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The British Furniture Manufacturers (BFM) has announced a change of name to the British Furniture Association (BFA), to consolidate its expanding representation in the UK marketplace.
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Experience The Power of Connection and Premium Quality at JFS 2025
24 October 2024
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Registration is now open for the UK’s largest furniture trade show, the January Furniture Show (JFS), which returns to the NEC Birmingham from 19-22 January 2025.
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The Furniture Industry's Greener Alternatives: Insights from BFM's Final 2024 Regional Meeting
18 October 2024
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In a gathering at Mobus Fabrics' stunning showroom in Brighouse, West Yorkshire, the British Furniture Manufacturers (BFM) concluded its 2024 regional meetings with a focus on sustainable practices in furniture production.
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BFM Members Gather to Navigate the Future
4 October 2024
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At our regional meeting in September hosted at Businesswise Solutions HQ, British Furniture Manufacturers (BFM) members convened to tackle one of the most pressing challenges facing the industry today: Environmental and Social Governance (ESG).
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What is COP29 and Why does it Matters for Business?
8 November 2024
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In this blog, we explore the expectations and outcomes from COP29, as well as the activities our partner Planet Mark is planning around this flagship climate summit.
Greenwashing is more widespread than ever
15 August 2024
Blog
In this blog we hear from our partner Planet Mark’s Head of Strategy and Communications, Zoë Lee, on how your organisation can strengthen its brand position by avoiding greenwashing and effectively communicating your sustainability journey.
Roundtable a first step towards a solution on fire regulations
12 August 2024
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British Furniture Manufacturers (BFM) has hosted a discussion event aimed at creating a consensus on fire regulations in the furniture industry.
Sponsors return for Furniture Component Expo 2025
8 August 2024
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British Furniture Manufacturers’ (BFM) pioneering component trade show has been given a seal of approval after Vita Group, BeA Group and Carpenter Limited all renewed sponsorship of the event for 2025.
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BFM sets out agenda for autumn events
5 August 2024
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Double win highlights BFM’s commitment to members
5 August 2024
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Leading manufacturer backs BFM’s Future of Furniture campaign
21 June 2024
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Barker and Stonehouse sign up to BFM retail membership
15 May 2024
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BFM confirms return of expo for 2025
10 May 2024
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ACID Celebrates World Intellectual Property Day: Designing for Sustainable Consumption
1 May 2024
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Furniture champion to cut the ribbon at inaugural expo
18 April 2024
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Top Net Zero Policies to Watch in 2024
17 April 2024
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