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Apr 14, 2025 / Member Profiles

Indera Mills: A Century of Warmth, Integrity, and Innovation

For over a century, Indera Mills has been a staple in the thermal underwear and base layer apparel industry. Founded in 1914 and still family-owned four generations later, the company’s reputation has been built on integrity, adaptability, and a commitment to...

Apr 14, 2025 / Mergers & Acquisitions

Galls® acquires Her Bluewear™, expands offerings for female first responders

GALLS® last week announced the acquisition of Her BlueWear Uniforms™. This acquisition marks a significant step in GALLS® commitment to female first responders, providing them greater access to uniforms tailored for their unique needs. GALLS ' purchase of Her...

Apr 14, 2025 / Healthcare

Protect U® Launches New Scrub Lines for India and UAE Markets

ID Overseas Private Limited, a NAUMD member based in Bangalore, India, has announced the launch of two new medical scrub ranges under its Protect U® brand. The Premium Plus and Ultimo collections will roll out across the Indian and UAE markets on May 12, 2025. Each...

Apr 14, 2025 / Supply Chain

Hohenstein supports Global Textile Scheme Initiative for structured data exchange

Global testing and research laboratory Hohenstein has acquired shares in Global Textile Scheme GmbH (GTS). The GTS initiative aims to create an international standard for handling structured product data in the textile and apparel industry. Hohenstein will support...

Apr 14, 2025 / The Uniform Chronicles

The Uniform Chronicles – Trust, Timing, and Transparency: Keys to Client Relationships

Over the years, I have collaborated with clients of all sizes; from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies. Regardless of the scale, one thing remains consistent: the foundation of a successful relationship is built on honesty, trust, and consistency. This is...

Apr 14, 2025 / Aileen's Uniform Atlas

Aileen’s Uniform Atlas: Innovations in healthcare have increased since the pandemic

The pandemic has been in the past for a few years now, but some companies are still dealing with its impact today. The time when the healthcare sector was working overtime and there was a constant shortage of masks, gloves, and protective suits also made businesses...

Apr 14, 2025 / Airlines

Air New Zealand unveils new uniform designed by Emilia Wickstead

Air New Zealand is proud to reveal its highly anticipated new uniform. This collection embodies the airline's profound sense of pride in Aotearoa and strong cultural heritage. The bold print, colour, and exquisite design showcase the very best of Aotearoa to the...

Apr 7, 2025 / Member Profiles

Behind the Seams: How Bodi.Me Is Changing Uniforms, One Fit at a Time

Uniforms are rarely the headline in innovation stories. But behind the scenes, they're undergoing a quiet transformation—one led by a London-based startup that's found its stride in an unexpected place. Bodi.Me, co-founded by Lara Mazzoni, is helping reshape how...

Apr 7, 2025 / The Uniform Chronicles

The Uniform Chronicles: Fit for the Job – How Uniforms Got an Upgrade!

Let’s be honest, if your clothes do not fit right, you feel it all day. And when it comes to uniforms, that discomfort can have a real impact. For years, uniforms had a bad reputation for being stiff, boxy, and downright unflattering. Why? Because they were...

Apr 7, 2025 / Aileen's Uniform Atlas

The PPE Hijab and special Muslim work clothing are slowly gaining ground

In recent years, we have seen more and more companies including a hijab in their workwear package. But sometimes this seems easier than it is in practice. For example, how do you deal with a hijab when the wearer also needs to wear a helmet? Several companies have...

2024 Awards Profile: Fairmount Tazi Palace, Emile Rassam

Feb 3, 2025 | Awards

Perched atop the hills overlooking the Medina in Tangier, the Fairmont Tazi Palace stands as a beacon of luxury, ranking among Morocco's premier...

‘Canada is not for sale’ hat offers tough lesson in domestic manufacturing

Jan 27, 2025 | Manufacturing

The weeks since Liam Mooney and Emma Cochrane dreamt up a viral hat meant to fend off any notion that Canada will be taken over by the U.S. has been...

Aptean Enters into Agreement to Acquire Logiity

Jan 27, 2025 | Supply Chain

Aptean, a global provider of mission-critical enterprise software solutions this week announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to...

The Uniform Chronicles – Fitting the Future: How Women’s Workwear is Redefining Safety and Style

Jan 27, 2025 | The Uniform Chronicles

It was not that long ago that women working in industrial and safety-focused roles had to make do with ill-fitting, oversized clothing designed for...

Aileen’s Uniform Atlas: DHL donates discarded workwear to sustainable designers

Jan 27, 2025 | Aileen's Uniform Atlas

Those looking to give their old workwear a second life often face numerous questions and challenges. How will it be recycled? Who will handle the...

Awards Profile: WINTEX Apparel GmbH, Modular Factory Design

Jan 27, 2025 | Awards

As the demand for apparel manufacturing shifts to different parts of the world and due to the essential nature of uniforms, it was necessary to find...

$OEKO-TEX® Unveils New Regulations for 2025$

OEKO-TEX® Unveils New Regulations for 2025

Jan 20, 2025 | Sustainability

Fostering trust within the textile and leather industry remains the mission of OEKO-TEX®. Since trust relies on consistently high standards, the...

JA Uniforms Expands with Additional Space, Technology and Strategic Contracts

Jan 20, 2025 | Hospitality

Hospitality uniforms designer JA Uniforms is set to elevate uniform design and production in 2025 with cutting-edge strategies and ambitious...

Emirates Unveils New Uniform for VIP Passenger Team

Jan 20, 2025 | Airlines

Emirates Airline has introduced sophisticated new uniforms for its Premium & VIP Passenger Services team at Dubai International Airport (DXB)....

Tasmanian Tiger® Launches New Products at 2025 SHOT Show®

Jan 20, 2025 | Public Safety

Proforce Equipment, Inc., is thrilled to announce its participation at the 2025 SHOT Show®, to be held Jan. 21 – 24, 2025 at The Venetian Expo and...

Aileen’s Uniform Atlas: Transport for London goes one step further with inclusive workwear

Jan 20, 2025 | Aileen's Uniform Atlas

The staff at Transport for London (TfL) has received new uniforms. The primary goal of the new collection is to improve visibility for passengers,...

2024 Awards Profile: Millennium Security, Central de Uniformes

Jan 20, 2025 | Awards

Millennium is a private security service company located in a tropical climate. Employees typically spend many hours outdoors, making the need for...

Uniform Rental Trends Downward in Fourth-Quarter Baird Report

Jan 13, 2025 | Economy

Robert W. Baird & Co. and TRSA recently released the results of their Fourth-Quarter 2024 Uniform & Linen Rental Survey. Several key metrics...

DHL refashions retired courier uniforms to promote sustainable fashion

Jan 13, 2025 | Sustainability

DHL Express (DHL) has launched limited-edition fashion pieces made from its retired courier uniforms to promote sustainable fashion in Hong Kong and...

Survey: More Than Two-Thirds of Leaders Aim to Pass On Tariff Impacts

Jan 13, 2025 | Economy

The targets, scope and duration of President-Elect Donald Trump’s tariff regime remain largely in flux as he prepares for his second inauguration...

The Uniform Chronicles: The Equalizer Effect: Why Uniforms Matter in Workplace and Schools.

Jan 13, 2025 | The Uniform Chronicles

A uniform is more than just a way to showcase a company’s brand or school identity. When thoughtfully designed, uniforms can be a powerful tool to...

Aileen’s Uniform Atlas: Scotland makes PPE from plant-based materials

Jan 13, 2025 | Aileen's Uniform Atlas

In Scotland, the first plant-based surgical caps are currently being tested. The idea behind this initiative is to reduce the mountain of medical...

2024 Awards Profile: Diamond Data Systems, The Uniform Solution

Jan 13, 2025 | Awards

Technology innovation winner The Uniform Solution is a point-of-sale and order management solution for uniform retailers and distributors with over...

Expanding Horizons: ID Overseas Brings Indian Workwear Expertise to North America

Jan 6, 2025 | Supply Chain

As a member of the Network Association of Uniform Manufacturers and Distributors (NAUMD), ID Overseas (P) Ltd is introducing itself to North...

How a $12.98 T-Shirt Is Made in America—at a Profit

Jan 6, 2025 | Manufacturing

Walmart aisles were piled high with goods this holiday season, but one item stuck out: cotton T-shirts that were made in America and cost $12.98....

R&R Group Welcomes Industry Veteran Mark Haynes

Jan 6, 2025 | People

The R&R Group, a uniform sales organization, distribution, and marketing leader, is pleased to announce that Mark Haynes has joined their team...

What Mexico’s New Tariffs and Trade Restrictions Could Mean for US Businesses

Jan 6, 2025 | Supply Chain

Recent news of Mexico’s decision to levy tariffs on textile and apparel products—and institute new restrictions on its Manufacturing, Maquiladora...

The Uniform Chronicles – Uniformly Awesome: Celebrating the Best of 2024

Jan 6, 2025 | The Uniform Chronicles

As we raised a glass last week to the end of 2024, I reflected on the ever-evolving world of the uniform industry. It was an incredible year, and...

Aileen’s Uniform Atlas: New American law requires diversity in PPE

Jan 6, 2025 | Aileen's Uniform Atlas

Starting January 11, U.S. legislation regarding Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in construction will change. From that date, PPE will no longer...

2024 Awards Profile: Miami Dade Police, Galls LLC

Jan 6, 2025 | Awards

Miami Dade Police is a department with over 3000 sworn officers, making it the largest police department in the southeast United States and the...

Milliken & Company Breaks Ground with non-PFAS Materials for Every Layer of Turnout Gear

Dec 23, 2024 | Public Safety

Milliken & Company announced last week that it is the first textile manufacturer to offer non-PFAS materials for all three layers of firefighter...

‘Brighter’ uniforms for Transport for London staff

Dec 23, 2024 | Transportation

Transport for London (TfL) is refreshing the uniform thousands of its staff wear across the network. TfL said it was to help make them more...

A New Look for a New Military Service: General Raymond’s U.S. Space Force Uniform

Dec 23, 2024 | Military

When Gen. John W. “Jay” Raymond reported to the Pentagon for his first day as Chief of Space Operations for the United States Space Force (USSF) in...

Aileen’s Uniform Atlas: UK farming sector writes to workwear companies: We want more women’s workwear

Dec 23, 2024 | Aileen's Uniform Atlas

It is often said that the workwear industry is simply a matter of supply and demand. But what happens when you overlook an entire sector? That seems...