Twelve trade associations spanning two centuries — Chamber of Commerce (1808) the oldest, Association of Trustees (2020) the newest. Six represent finance (banks, funds, insurance, trustees, pensions, and umbrella GIBA); the rest cover building trades (GBTEA, 1918), boatowners (1923), industry, and Alderney. Eight based in St Peter Port. —
St Peter Port
✦Guernsey's oldest trade body
218-year heritage (1808) · Represents over 700 member organisations
Guernsey Chamber of Commerce is the island's largest business membership organisation, founded in 1808 and registered as a not-for-profit (Company No. 37792, NP52). Based in St Peter Port, it represents over 700 corporate members and 18,000 individuals, lobbying government on…
Castel
Merged with Construction Forum in 2025
✦108-year heritage (1918)
Founded 2 April 1918 by 46 Master Builders during WWI to address problems facing the building industry. Absorbed the Guernsey Construction Forum (GCF) in August 2025 to provide a unified industry voice.
St Martin·Est. 1995
The Confederation of Guernsey Industry is a non-cellular company on the Guernsey Registry, established in 1995 by 25 companies, originally as G-MEX. It represents the interests of its members, advocating on issues such as digital connectivity, economic diversification, and…
St Peter Port·Est. 1989
Part of Member of Guernsey International Business Association (GIBA)
Merged with Guernsey Stockbrokers Association in 2019
Established 1989 as representative body for Guernsey's funds industry. Merged with Guernsey Investment Management and Stockbrokers Association in January 2019, expanding remit to represent the Island's broader investment community.
St Peter Port·Professional services·Est. 1990
Originally formed in 1990 as the Guernsey Association of Pension Funds (GAPF). Renamed to GAPP in 2009 to reflect the changing pension environment.
Alderney
✦Active since 1961
Alderney Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organisation on Alderney, established in 1961, that functions as a business networking club and trade association. It serves as a chamber of commerce administrator for general business interests, acting as the link between the States…
St Peter Port·Since 1923
Founded 24 March 1923; merged with Small Boat Owners Association in 1975; became limited company by guarantee in 2005. Membership peaked at over 1,100 in the mid-1990s. Was inactive during German Occupation 1940-1945, revived 1946.
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Guernsey International Business Association (GIBA) is a nonprofit trade association representing Guernsey's financial services industry. It unites seven member associations covering banking, insurance, funds, law, accountancy, trusts, and pensions, acting as their collective…
St Peter Port·Professional services·Est. 2020
Guernsey Association of Trustees (GAT) is a nonprofit industry trade body representing fiduciary licence holders and Trust and Company service providers in Guernsey. Administered by FWS Ltd as executive secretary, GAT provides industry representation, advocacy, consultation…
Castel·Est. 2006
The Guernsey Private Residential Landlords Association (GPRLA) is a voluntary membership organisation for private residential landlords, established in 2006. With 320+ members and 11 associate letting agents representing 2,400+ units of accommodation, it promotes good letting…
St Peter Port·Professional services·Est. 1983
Guernsey International Insurance Association (GIIA), established in 1983, represents the combined interests of Guernsey's insurers and insurance managers. It lobbies the GFSC and States of Guernsey, provides training and networking for insurance professionals, and has achieved…
St Peter Port·Professional services
The Association of Guernsey Banks (AGB) is a trade association that provides a forum for discussion among its members, which include HSBC, Lloyds, Barclays, and RBS International. Chaired by Jacob Cockcroft, the AGB acts as a focal point for liaison between the local banking…