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workforce.“ JCB is one of Britain’ s most recognisable industrial brands, and together, we’ ve launched a new workwear collection focused on quality, durability, functionality, and style.” Crucially, he outlines, this product range tackles a current issue faced by many customers – the rising cost of premium workwear.“ We’ ve worked hard to create a product that offers exceptional value without compromising on performance, and the response from both distributors and end users has been extremely encouraging.”
After releasing two major collaborations in 2026, Beeswift’ s immediate priority is ensuring that both New Balance Safety and JCB Workwear continue to scale successfully next year. Beyond that, Darren tells us, sustainability remains an integral focus.“ The PPE and workwear industry has significant environmental challenges that must be addressed. Last year we acquired Plan B, a business dedicated to circular workwear solutions, and through our Envirowear brand, garments are designed specifically for recycling and supported by collection and processing programmes that help customers move away from the traditional take-make-dispose model.” Envirowear has been recognised by the Circular Textile Federation and forms a central pillar of
Our ambition is to continue creating innovative solutions that help protect workers while supporting our customers
Beeswift’ s long-term sustainability strategy.
“ We’ re also investing heavily in Beeswift Vending Solutions. Through an exclusive partnership, we now provide advanced PPE vending machines and intelligent locker systems that help customers improve product availability, control spend, and gain valuable usage data. Demand for these solutions has been exceptional across our PPE distributor marketplace, and we are seeing considerable growth,” Darren discloses.
Compliance and performance Since moving into its long-term headquarters shortly after the Covid-19 pandemic, Beeswift has moved forward with a clear vision for growth. Looking ahead, Darren says he wants to continue this progression both within the UK and internationally.“ Our European operation, Beeswift BV, is already establishing itself as a
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