All articles by kathy bowry
kathy bowry
TRSA: Survey finds uniform, linen and healthcare rental services holding steady as 2025 draws to a close
NORTH AMERICA
TRSA, the association representing the uniform, linen and healthcare rental services sector, and Baird, released new findings from the Q4 2025 Uniform & Linen Rental Survey, a quarterly snapshot of business conditions in the linen, uniform and facility services industry. Results show stable revenue trends in uniform rental and balanced results in linen rental, while pricing remained soft and revenue growth expectations held near recent levels.
Textile care sector rallies support for FTCT Winter AppealUK
UK
Snow White Laundries, Interweave and MIP UK have all donated to support the FTCT Winter Appeal, to support children in textile care families living without day-to-day necessities because of financial need.
Intrepid WCL overcomes injury to raise money for the Red Cross
UK
It is nearly Christmas so in the spirit of the season, The Worshipful Company of Launderers has been busy raising money for charity in time for Christmas.
Standard Textile launches recycled terry collection with Royal Jersey Laundry
UK
Standard Textile, a global leader in healthcare and hospitality textiles, has launched its new Terry Collection made with recycled cotton. Developed with the intention of advancing circular innovation and sustainability in hospitality, the collection is being introduced in collaboration with Royal Jersey Laundry.
DL Expo West 2026 names speakers for March 2026
USA
The DL Expo West 2026 is set to bring together some of the drycleaning industry’s most respected voices when the event returns to the Irving Convention Center in Irving, Texas (Dallas area) from 27–29 March 2026.
OCA launches Turkey’s first organic cotton training programme
INTERNATIONAL
Turkey’s organic cotton sector has taken a step forward as the Organic Cotton Accelerator (OCA) launched its Organic Cotton Training Curriculum (OCTC) for Turkey, a practical, easy-to-use training resource created specifically for Turkish farmers and field teams.
Record participation and a sustainable theme marks Tvätteriförbundet 2025 autumn meeting
SWEDEN
Record participation and a strong focus on sustainability matters marked the Tvätteriförbundet autumn meeting in November. The Swedish Textile Service Association (TSA) wrapped up the meeting in Lund, having set a new benchmark for the industry.
Workwear that really works for every body
UK
Jacksons Workwear Rental has been supporting the working community for 230 years from its Lincoln base. It provides a cost-effective, reliable workwear service aiming to provide businesses with appropriate workwear that provides protection, comfort and style.
Jensen-Group acquires G A Braun as it strengthens its commitment to North America
NORTH AMERICA
Jensen North America, a subsidiary of Jensen-Group, has acquired the business of G A Braun. This strategic move marks a significant milestone in the growth strategy of Jensen-Group, expanding its manufacturing footprint, product portfolio, and service network across North America.
Messe Frankfurt celebrates a successful second edition of Texcare France
FRANCE
Two years after the first edition of Texcare France, Messe Frankfurt France confirms the show as a key event in the textile care sector, with a 31% increase in attendance. The show, which brought together 78 companies (+75% vs. 2023), including 40% from abroad, played an important role as a place for exchanges, innovation and new perspectives, welcoming 1900 professionals from the industry.