The WWUGL Innovation Day 29th April 2026
Hear from industry bodies, see the sector’s first robot warehouse and much more…
Not long to go…
We’re just weeks away from opening the doors to the WWUGL Innovation Open Day on April 29th.
Whether you’ve already confirmed your attendance or are still planning your visit, here’s the full itinerary for what promises to be a landmark day for our industry.
The main event:
WWUGL guided tour
If there is one thing you must not miss, it’s our guided tour.
This is your chance to step inside the UK’s first automated robotic warehouse in the workwear sector.
You’ll also visit our Design Studio to see NewArc AI in action – where we use artificial intelligence to rapidly prototype bespoke garments – and see our high-volume branding and embellishment facility first- hand.
Tour times (1 Hour):
Morning: 10:30 AM
Midday: 12:15 PM
Afternoon: 2:15 PM
Industry insight series
Alongside the tours, we’ve curated a series of 30-minute expert seminars to help you navigate the safety and sustainability challenges of 2026.
Here’s the timetable to help you plan your day:
• 10:30 & 14:15: BSI
The new inclusivity standard (BS 30417).
• 11:15 & 15:00: BSIF
The realities of PPE compliance.
• 12:00: WWUGL
Digital product passports & future legislation.
• 12:45: Polygiene
Extending garment life.
• 13:30: CiCLO
Biodegradable polyester solutions.
We’ve invited the industry’s leading authorities to share their insights, find out more about them by hitting the button below.
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Logistics on the day
Doors open at 10:00am on Wednesday 29th April.
Our concierge team will be ready at reception to book you into your preferred tour and seminar slots. Spaces are strictly limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, so we recommend arriving early to secure your first choices.
A delicious cold buffet lunch will be provided by local artisans with tea, coffee and refreshments available throughout the day.
Haven’t confirmed your place yet? Spaces are filling up fast…
Hit the button below and register your attendance and ensure you don’t miss this unique opportunity to see the future of workwear in motion.
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The voices shaping the future of PPE, workwear & corporate uniforms.
Our upcoming Open Day on April 29th is about more than just seeing our new robotic facility – it’s about preparing your organisation for the regulatory and sustainability shifts of 2026 and beyond.
The industry’s leading authorities will share their insights in a series of exclusive, 30-minute seminars. Here’s a closer look at the experts you’ll meet:
The regulatory leaders
Sara Gibbs | BSI – Understanding the New BS 30417 Standard
Sara will guide you through the newly introduced Inclusivity Standard, explaining how it reshapes expectations for corporate uniform, PPE & workwear design and organisational responsibility to meet the needs of today’s truly diverse workforce.
Paul Manning | BSIF – The realities of PPE compliance
Drawing on extensive regulatory expertise, Paul breaks down what good looks like in the UK market, highlighting the legal risks of substandard equipment and how to ensure your procurement processes protect your business.
The sustainability pioneers
Alastair Drew | CiCLO – Turning polyester into a sustainable solution
Alastair unpacks how CiCLO’s molecular technology allows polyester to biodegrade like natural fibres, tackling microfibre pollution without compromising garment performance or durability.
Stephen Hobday | Polygiene – Extending garment life with StayFresh
Stephen reveals how advanced treatments extend the usable life of workwear by reducing wash cycles, delivering measurable sustainability benefits and cost efficiencies for your uniform ranges.
The future of digital traceability
Steve Ciuffini | WWUGL – Digital Product Passports
Steve provides early insight into upcoming EU-driven tracing requirements and hosts a feedback forum on how WWUGL is preparing to support your organisation through these significant legislative changes.
Don’t miss out!
As a reminder, these sessions have limited capacity and are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis by our concierge team on the morning of the event.
If you haven’t yet confirmed your attendance for the day, please do so now to ensure you have the opportunity to engage with these industry leaders.
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