Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes are used by the government to categorise businesses by their type of economic activity. They’re crucial for statistical analysis and can affect government support for industries.
How to add SIC codes to your business
- List up to four SIC codes for your business
- Keep your current primary code if it’s relevant
- Add one or more of the codes below to highlight your connection to the events industry
Currently classified as: Activities of exhibition and fair organisers.
Businesses that organise trade shows, exhibitions, or fairs
Currently classified as: Activities of conference organisers.
Companies that arrange conferences and meetings
Currently classified as: Letting and operating of conference and exhibition centres
Venue operators
Currently classified as: Support activities to performing arts
Event production companies, stage designers, lighting engineers
Currently classified as: Event catering activities.
Catering companies specialising in events
Take action now
- Review your current SIC codes
- Add relevant codes from the list above
- Update your information with Companies House
By taking these steps, you’ll help make the events industry more visible and influential. Together, we can ensure our sector gets the recognition and support it deserves.
