We recognise the fashion industry’s impact on our planet, and we want to be a positive force for change. We’re committed to more than just meeting industry sustainability standards—we aim to set the bar higher. As the first UK mill to earn the Oeko-Tex STeP certification, we take pride in our forward-thinking approach and dedication to environmental and ethical excellence. Our sustainability efforts focus on four main pillars: Products, Processes, Environment, and Social Responsibility.
Supply chain
Our raw materials are carefully selected, we work closely with trusted suppliers to enable us to deliver a range of high quality fabrics.
Our key goals and targets are mapped out in our responsibility roadmap. As a tier 2 textile manufacturer, our whole supply chain is mapped and audited to
provide transparency of raw material supply to country and region level. This includes both Tier 3 manufacturers (yarn spinning and dyeing) and Tier 4 sourcing (raw material production).
Manufacturing
We manufacture fabrics to order, producing only what is needed and helping to minimise waste throughout our operations.
A key part of our approach is getting it right first time. By focusing on quality and efficiency at every stage, from product development, dyeing, weaving and finishing, we minimise waste, reduce delays, to achieve consistent, high-quality results. In 2025 this commitment enabled us to despatch 98.5% of orders right first time.
We continuously invest in innovative manufacturing technologies to reduce resource consumption and improve efficiency. Our finishing machinery is specifically designed to use precisely controlled heat and steam systems, helping to lower energy usage while delivering consistently high-quality fabric finishes.
Environment
We strive to take a responsible approach to everything we do, from product development and manufacturing to sourcing materials and transportation, helping to reduce energy use, conserve resources, and minimise waste, carbon and water footprint.
Reducing waste through circular practices is a key part of our sustainability approach. We recycle 100% of plastic yarn cones into materials for future manufacturing processes, while 100% of textile waste is resold, donated or repurposed. In 2025, we achieved zero textile destruction, becoming a zero textile waste manufacturer ahead of legislation.
Our chemical management standards are equally rigorous, with all dyestuffs fully REACH compliant, entirely free from PFAS and azo-class dyestuffs, and supported by supplier declarations confirming compliance with the ZDHC MRSL.
Social responsibility
We are committed to supporting our employees and local community through wellbeing, education, and sustainability initiatives.
Promoting a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone has opportunities to develop and succeed. Employee wellbeing and acknowledgement is supported through ongoing training, 24/7 medical support and profit share schemes.
We also work closely with the textile and fashion community by offering work experience placements, partnering with universities on industry projects, and donating textile waste to local schools and colleges for creative reuse.
Through these initiatives, we aim to create a positive impact for our people, our industry, and the wider community.
In May 2025, we were honoured to receive the King’s Award for Enterprise, for our work on sustainable textile production. The King’s Award for Enterprise recognises outstanding UK businesses and is the most prestigious business award in the country.
The sustainable development category demonstrates a company’s commitment to conducting business in a way that benefits the environment, society, and the economy, and have achieved outstanding sustainable development practices over at least two years. We are proud to be recognised for pioneering sustainable development in our industry and wider community.
For more information on our approach to responsibility, read our annual report here, or get in touch with the team
