ØRN Blog

The fashion and textile industry is one of the largest consumers of water globally.

Producing a single cotton t-shirt can require up to 2,700 litres of water (WWF, 2023). With these staggering figures, water conservation must be addressed it is no longer optional – overconsumption of resources has made it essential. We believe real change happens when everyday actions are embedded into business processes and embraced with real purpose.

We take a look at the Global Recycled Standard set out by the Textile Exchange and unravel what it all means.

Checking credentials for responsibly sourced fibres and manufacturing requires dedication and commitment. At ØRN we go above and beyond to deliver workwear that is authentic, traceable and transparent.

How ØRN helped solve a workwear solution for a Top Healthcare provider.

Ensuring our Nurses, Doctors, Dentists, Vets and other healthcare Professional are cared for. At ØRN uniform is more than just fabric – it’s about function, comfort and confidence.

How ØRN helped solve a workwear solution for a premium car manufacturer.

By implementing ØRN’s solution, the company ensured that any potential hazards were addressed instantly by skilled and trained staff, ultimately improving overall safety, time management and efficiency.

We’re thrilled to kick off 2025 with a groundbreaking milestone—the announcement of our brand-new Distribution Centre in Tuxford!

This expansion represents a significant step forward, allowing us to operate at a greater capacity and deliver an even better experience for our customers.

We have all seen how crucial supply chain integrity is, yet many businesses still don’t prioritise it. Relying on sourcing agents or buying houses without proper oversight is a risk.

I believe it’s essential to clearly understand the entire product journey to safeguard a brand’s reputation, credibility, and bottom line.

At ØRN, we take sustainability to the next level with full transparency and traceability in everything we do.

Choosing ØRN’s sustainable range is better because you get true transparency through certifications that matter, superior garment quality and our ØRN Promise.

Did you know? Only 1 in 10 people in Britain are familiar with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). To address this, on 25th September 2024, ØRN will raise the SDG Flag in support of all 17 goals.

By doing so we hope to raise more awareness and generate a deeper understanding and knowledge of these critical global objectives, and what they mean.

Market conditions have created challenging stock issues across the workwear industry, leaving many UK customers waiting longer than expected for workwear garments to be available.

We at ØRN Workwear are addressing this head-on and are launching the new ØRN Promise, your perfect workwear solution, and a game-changer in the industry.

As we approach our 20th year in business, ØRN reflects on the vision that sparked our journey: to create workwear of the highest quality, built to withstand harsh weather and heavy use.

Inspired by the Scandinavian pioneers who prioritised functionality, comfort, and durability, we’ve focused on designing clothing that endures the demands of busy working environments while still being comfortable to wear.

We are delighted to have been awarded silver winner for ‘Family Business Of The Year 2023.

It was a wonderful evening celebrating the variety of category winners with other finalist at the MK Dons stadium in Milton Keynes. Although this was the first business awards ØRN have entered since their journey began in 2015. Being presented with a silver award was amazing. We certainly don’t think this will be our last!