The ILA provides a range of services to support the lead industry's safe production, use and recycling of lead.we are involved in the management of significant research programs and coordinate industry representation in matters concerning regulation and legislation on an industry-wide global level. We keep a watching brief on emerging scientific issues and maintain an extensive network of contacts to provide access to specialist support in the academic, scientific and consulting communities worldwide.the ILA also facilitates the dissemination of information and coordinates opportunities for experts to meet on issues of critical importance to the future of the lead industry.as batteries are now the dominant market for lead use, biennial european lead battery conferences bring together battery manufacturers, suppliers, and scientists to explore the advances continually expanding their scope and versatility.