The International Bandy Federation (IBF) is the governing body for the sport of bandy, which is a team sport played on ice. Founded in 1955, the IBF oversees international competitions, including the Bandy World Championship and the Bandy World Cup. The organization aims to promote and develop bandy globally, ensuring the sport's rules and regulations are followed. The IBF is responsible for organizing events, managing member associations, and fostering cooperation among countries that play bandy. Currently, the federation includes numerous member nations, primarily from Europe and Asia, where the sport has a strong following.