Who is FEA membership for?
The FEA represents over 180 companies, from independent specialists to global manufacturers. Whether you design, manufacture, supply or service catering equipment, membership gives you a direct line into the standards, insight and relationships that keep your business moving forward.
Membership falls into two types:
Full Membership – for equipment manufacturers, importers, agents, distributors and service companies
Associate Membership –for consultants plus businesses supplying materials or services into the sector.
Measurable impact
180+
Members united to represent and strengthen the foodservice equipment industry
£998M
The value of the UK commercial catering equipment market
88 yrs
A proud legacy of championing the foodservice equipment industry
Why FEA membership matters
Trade association membership is not just a badge, it is a seat at the table. As an FEA member, you get guidance, expertise and representation that would take years to build alone, plus the credibility that comes from being part of a recognised industry body.
Our work is underpinned by three pillars:
Information
FEA members receive privileged access to vital information and practical business services, empowering them with the knowledge they need to succeed. The support our members benefit from aids business growth and helps them meet the challenges of today’s industry environment more effectively.
Involvement
Access to FEA’s unique membership community of over 180 industry leaders and peers from across the industry spectrum provides unparalleled networking opportunities and a valuable forum in which to share issues and experiences.
Influence
The FEA enjoys contact and representation at the highest level with Government and many other influential bodies. We actively represent member interests on key industry issues and seek to create a more favourable climate for the foodservice equipment industry in the UK, Europe and globally.
Our role and objectives
- To further the interests and raise the standards of the industry, and promote the welfare of our members
- Effective collaboration between all suppliers engaged in the foodservice equipment value chain
- Active cooperation with other like-minded trade associations in the UK and worldwide
- Sustained representation to relevant government departments and regulatory authorities locally, nationally and internationally
Ready to join FEA?
Join a growing network of foodservice equipment businesses shaping industry standards, sharing insight, and strengthening their voice. Associate membership starts from £163.33 per month (ex VAT).
Membership FAQs
Membership fees are based on your organisation’s size and turnover, so the exact cost varies from business to business. Use our pricing tool to get a figure tailored to you, or visit our pricing and benefits page for full details.
No. Our membership spans independent specialists through to global manufacturers. There is a category that fits your business.
Yes. We welcome individuals at all stages of their career. Joining is a great way to build industry knowledge, make connections, and access learning opportunities early on.
