Who we are

The Furniture Industry Research Association (FIRA) is a non-government funded organisation, a company limited by guarantee and a not-for-profit membership-based organisation.

FIRA has been in existence for over half a century. Its name is synonymous with independence, integrity and authority. Its position in the industry is unique with a diverse membership encompassing companies and individuals from around the world and across the entire furniture supply chain, from materials suppliers, components and furniture manufacturers, to specifiers, retailers and end users.

FIRA has driven the need for higher standards through testing, research and innovation for the furniture supply chain. New and better materials, improved processes and appropriate standards have been developed to enhance the quality of furniture and to assist suppliers, manufacturers and retailers to become more competitive.

FIRA is recognised internationally as being at the leading edge, with world-class technology and unparalleled industry knowledge

Our aims

support our members’ businesses
add value to their products and processes
help improve their bottom line performance

What we do

We seek to achieve this aim through active and on-going programmes of information and research. Information is provided through this website, an extensive collection of printed materials and our training courses.

Research is largely driven by the desire to update and improve our information so that it continues to meet our members' and the industry’s needs in the future.

FIRA International Limited

FIRA International is an independent consultancy company providing services to the furniture industry supply chain. FIRA International provides these services itself and through it’s other companies, ukfirst and The Furniture Ombudsman. It is a member of the TTL Chiltern Group of companies and is FIRA’s appointed provider for its Research and Information Programmes and for the administration of its membership services. FIRA International also provides a wide range of commercial and training services. Details of all of these services are accessible from the home page of this web site