The UK Material Handling Association is the leading trade body representing the UK’s material handling industry, bringing together manufacturers, suppliers, dealers and end users. Dedicated to promoting safety, innovation and operational excellence, UKMHA provides expert guidance, training, industry intelligence and advocacy. As the sector’s trusted voice, it helps businesses improve performance, meet evolving standards and develop skilled workforces, ensuring the industry remains safe, efficient, competitive and future-ready.
UKMHA Membership Benefits
- Professional Credibility & Trust – Demonstrate your commitment to quality, professionalism and high standards by aligning with the sector’s most respected trade body.
- Health, Safety & Technical Expertise – Access to trusted guidance, best-practice resources and specialist advice.
- Industry Influence & Representation – Ensure your business is involved in shaping industry standards, legislation and future policy discussions.
- Training, Events & Networking Opportunities – Connect with industry leaders, share knowledge, develop your workforce and build valuable business relationships through UKMHA events, training and initiatives.
- Market Intelligence & Business Growth Support – Benefit from industry insights and expert resources that help your organisation identify opportunities, manage challenges and stay competitive.
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What type of membership do I need?
Safe User Group Membership
Is your company an END-USER and operates fork lift trucks or other material handling equipment? If yes, the UKMHA Safe User Group Membership is for you.
The Safe User Group provides clear, jargon-free safety expertise and support to ensure you comply with legislation. You’ll also enjoy discounts on publications, merchandise and much more.
Trainer/Supplier/Service Provider Membership
Does your company provide supplies or services to the fork lift sector or end users, and have you been trading for at least two years? If yes, Full (Supplier/Services) Membership is sure to suit your needs.
This option offers an array of advantages. As well as gaining expert insights into the latest safety legislation, you will receive generous discounts on merchandise and the chance to participate in networking opportunities.
Dealer Membership
This is perfect for forklift truck dealers or maintenance providers that carry out Thorough Examination of lifting equipment. You also need two or more years of trading and at least two engineers.
Membership comes with a wide range of advantages. In addition to receiving expert safety guidance, you will also benefit from generous discounts on our engineer training courses, UKMHA merchandise and be eligible to participate in our networking opportunities.
Manufacturer Membership
Is your company a forklift or material handling equipment manufacturer, trading for at least two years with a minimum of two engineers? Our Manufacturer Membership is the ideal membership option for you.
Manufacturer Membership is tailored to provide your business with a wealth of safety-related guidance, helplines and support tools. We provide our Manufacturer members with a wide variety of benefits, including discounts on our engineer training courses, UKMHA merchandise and eligibility for a selection of exciting networking opportunities.