BCIA names Air Ambulances UK as official charity partner for 2026 – 2028

The Building Controls Industry Association (BCIA), the leading UK trade association for the building controls and automation sector, today announces Air Ambulances UK (AAUK) as its official charity partner for the next two years.

AAUK champions and supports the lifesaving work of the UK’s 21 air ambulance charities, which provide advanced pre-hospital care to patients experiencing life-threatening injury or illness.

The partnership officially began on 1st March 2026, when BCIA’s new President, Jen Vickers commenced her presidency. The association’s Annual Awards on 7th May 2026 will be the first major fundraising activity for the partnership, with members encouraged to support AAUK through a variety of initiatives at the awards and throughout the two-year term.

Air ambulance charities are funded almost entirely by donations, with each mission costing on average £4,165*. This partnership will help ensure air ambulance crews can continue delivering rapid, lifesaving care across the UK.

Jen Vickers, BCIA President, said: “We’re proud to support Air Ambulances UK as our charity partner for the next two years. Their lifesaving work across the UK aligns closely with our values, and we look forward to engaging our members in fundraising activities that make a real difference for air ambulance crews and the patients they serve.”

Mark Heaven, Head of Corporate Fundraising at Air Ambulances UK, said: “Air ambulance charities are ready to respond 24/7, but they rely on support from partners like BCIA to keep their critical care teams flying. We’re thrilled to be chosen as BCIA’s charity for the next two years and look forward to working with their members to raise vital funds that will directly help save lives across the UK.”

BCIA members will have the opportunity to take part in fundraising and awareness-raising activities throughout the two years, helping to highlight the crucial role air ambulance charities play in the UK’s emergency response system.

*Costs vary depending on location, operational models, and patient needs.

 You can show your support via our donations page airambulancesuk.enthuse.com/cf/bcia-aauk