Our sustainable workwear collection

We are constantly evaluating the products that we supply at Your Workwear, and in response to the growing demand for sustainable workwear across several sectors, we are proud to stock footwear, outerwear, polo shirts, hi-vis clothing and accessories from Portwest’s eco range. 

An introduction to Portwest Planet

Portwest Planet is the sustainability programme of global workwear manufacturer, Portwest. Its mission is to provide eco-friendly workwear with no performance compromise while ensuring the safety and well-being of workers at each stage of the supply chain. 

One of the key focus areas of the programme is reducing the environmental impact of Portwest’s products. The initiative aims to eliminate all single-use plastics from Portwest’s supply chain by 2025 and ensure that all plastic used is reusable, recyclable or compostable in response to the UK Plastic Pact. Portwest Planet has turned 700,000 PET bottles into fabrics so far.

As part of the Portwest Planet programme, the global brand has developed an eco-friendly workwear range. Across Portwest’s eco range, OEKO-TEX® Level 3 certified textiles are used such as bamboo, which is a carbon-negative material that absorbs more carbon dioxide than it emits and does not require artificial fertilisers to grow. As part of the Cotton Made In Africa (CmiA) initiative, Portwest has also used sustainably sourced cotton within its eco range. This cotton has a lower environmental footprint, produces up to 13% less greenhouse gas emissions and supports approximately one million smallholder farms in Africa. 

85% of Portwest’s products hold an OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 label, meaning that the workwear contains no harmful substances. Portwest has also set up fully integrated and proactive environmental management systems, compliant with ISO 14001. Additionally, they have attained the Quality Management Standard (ISO 9001), stipulating that Portwest’s products are of premium standard. 

Here are some of the top products we stock from Portwest’s eco range:

WX3 Eco Hybrid Softshell Jacket 

The new range of WX3 products are all OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certified. To make this jacket, 46 PET bottles were recycled. It is made from 100% post-consumer waste. 

WX3 Eco Stretch Holster Trouser 

The new line of holster trousers has an improved fit and uses an environmentally-friendly certified fabric. With 13 pockets providing ample storage, they are incredibly durable and hardwearing, offering a convenient and long-lasting sustainable workwear solution.

Portwest WX3 Eco Polo Shirt

The stylish WX3 polo shirt is made from certified recycled polyester and bamboo viscose for ultimate comfort and performance. The shirt is functional and has built-in temperature control. It was manufactured using ten recycled PET bottles. 

Portwest NPR15 Foam Nitrile Bamboo Glove (12 pack)

Made using a sustainable bamboo liner, the NPR15 gloves have excellent durability and grip in wet and dry conditions. They are palm-dipped to increase dexterity and ventilation. The gloves are an ideal sustainable workwear solution for those with latex allergies or people working with hazardous chemicals in manufacturing and construction environments. 

Portwest Compositelite Eco Safety Trainer S1P

Made from recycled PET bottles, this anti-static, fuel and oil-resistant trainer is slip-resistant and designed for maximum safety. With comfort in mind, the footwear features a gel-cushioned footbed, padded colour and tongue and a 3D mesh lining. The trainers come in fully recyclable packaging.

At Your Workwear, we are committed to offering customers a wide range of premium products with a focus on supplying workwear that is stylish, functional, and will stand the test of time. By stocking eco-friendly products from leading manufacturers like Portwest, we can provide customers with sustainable workwear alternatives that protect staff while protecting the planet. 

Check out Portwest’s full eco range here.