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WCL to explore new energy resources in February seminar
UK'The Future of Energy Seminar' to be presented by the Worshipful Company of Launderers will be held on Monday 20 February at Glaziers Hall, 9 Montague Close, London SE1 9DD...
TRSA and NAFA share fleet-related Information and expertise
USATRSA, the association for the linen, uniform, and facility services industry, and the NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA) in the United States are partnering to facilitate...
Pincroft takes a step forward in sustainable textile finishing
UK/INTERNATIONALBritish textile dyer, printer and finisher, Pincroft, has adopted a new environmentally friendly technology for the finishing of fabrics for a wide number of sectors...
PCIAW summit and awards 2023: save the date
UK/INTERNATIONALProfessional Clothing Industry Association Worldwide (PCIAW) is preparing to host the PCIAW Summit & Awards in Portugal for the first time on 7-9 November 2023, located...
Investment leads to increased efficiencies at Barker
UKAt Dorset based Barker, which claims to be the largest domestic laundry in the UK and a leading specialist drycleaner, there is optimism in the air, says the company. During the...
TSA calls on Government to follow up multiple invitations to engage face to face
UKDavid Stevens CEO of the Textile Services Association (TSA) has responded to news that laundries will not be included on the list of sectors eligible for the Energy and Trade...
Chemicals solutions supplier strengthens customer value for Rental Uniform Service
USANow in its 74th year of operation, Rental Uniform Service has reached this point by making shrewd decisions. Recently it has brought UNX-Christeyns back as its washroom...
Linen manufacturer set to tackle skills shortage by teaching people how to sew
UKRichard Haworth is inviting those seeking to upskill themselves to free event backed by its local MP in a bid to combat a sewing skills shortage. The company is hosting an event at...
November date announced for Texcare France
FRANCETexcare France will be held from Saturday 25 to Monday 27 November in a new national format at the Porte de Versailles exhibition centre in Paris. After four regional forums...
Ravi Ruia named business development manager at Richard Haworth
UKRavi Ruia becomes the latest of the next generation to join the family-run business. Following continued success in 2022, Richard Haworth has appointed Ravi Ruia as its new...
British dyer and printer Pincroft makes appointment for business growth
UKPincroft, the commission textile dyer, printer and finisher based in the UK, has announced the strategic appointment of Louise Sheridan as the company’s new business...
Leon Daniels is CILT(UK) president for 2023
UKThe Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK (CILT(UK)) has named Leon Daniels OBE FCILT as its president for 2023. Daniels is an experienced transport...
New year, new start: Happy New Year to all from LCN
UK/INTERNATIONALAnd we are back! It is 2023 and it’s time to take on the world again. LCN starts the New Year full of positivity and the will to get things done. And we have a plan!...
Hoping for better times in 2023
UK/INTERNATIONALYes, it’s that time of the year again when we look back at the past 12 months and this time most definitely say thank goodness that it is over, writes Kathy Bowry....
Zone in on wash savings
INTERNATIONALOzone is a breath of fresh air for OPL laundries looking to cut costs, according to Christeyns, which has launched its new Rapid-O system. Ozone is an effective option...
A cautionary Christmas tale: save Neville the Napkin
UKThey’re the lowliest item on the festive table, hardly noticed among the crackers, Champagne, and three-bird roasts of festive banquets all over the UK. They are used to mop up...
BC SoftWear expands with new UK spa partnerships
UKSpa textiles supplier, BC SoftWear, has expanded its reach with a string of new partnerships at high-end UK spa developments. BC SoftWear has now added Yorkshire Spa Retreat,...
Christeyns acquires Gannon Chemicals as it builds its Irish business
IRELAND/UKChristeyns UK, international laundry and hygiene specialist, has today completed the acquisition of Gannon Chemicals based in Claremorris, County Mayo, Ireland. Already a...
A Worshipful Dickensian carol service
UKThe Worshipful Company of Launderers celebrated Christmas with a service of carols and readings from Charles’ Dickens’ works by actor Timothy West. More than 100 Launderers and...
