The European Bedding Industries’ Association (EBIA) was created in 2000 to represent the interests of the bedding industry, i.e. some 140 companies located in 11 member countries.

The main objective of EBIA is representing an industry producing quality products and aiming at the wellness and comfort of its consumers. EBIA is also concerned with the promotion of the European bedding industry, and elaborates relevant national and/or international actions.

Thus in 2006 it was decided to create the EBIA Award.