Issaquah, Washington—SanMar Corporation has joined bluesign as a System Partner, reinforcing SanMar’s commitment to sustainable manufacturing and responsible chemical management as a continued leader in the promotional products industry.
SanMar has been a leader in sustainability in the imprintable sportswear category, leading the industry with a first-of-its-kind 100% recycled line of tees and fleece in 2020. Image courtesy of SanMar
As a bluesign System Partner, SanMar joins a global network of companies dedicated to reducing the environmental impact of textile production. By integrating bluesign standards into their supply chain, SanMar will ensure that their supply chain continues to meet the highest environmental and safety criteria, aligning with their long-term sustainability goals.
“SanMar’s decision to partner with bluesign is a testament to their dedication to sustainability and responsible manufacturing,” says Daniel Rüfenacht, CEO of bluesign technologies ag. “Their leadership in the promotional products sector makes this partnership particularly significant. We are proud to support SanMar in their journey towards a more sustainable future, and we look forward to seeing the positive impact they will have on the industry.”
Through system partnership, SanMar is taking significant steps to enhance the sustainability of its product offerings, from material sourcing to production processes. By adopting bluesign standards, SanMar is not only contributing to environmental conservation but also continues their commitment to ensuring that its products are safe for consumers and the planet.
“The awareness and importance of sustainability is growing within our industry, and we’re excited to add bluesign to our bench,” says Emily Gigot, senior manager of sustainability at SanMar. “We look forward to leveraging the bluesign System and their team of experts to improve our programs and to continue providing our customers with products made to the highest environmental standards.”
For more information about SanMar’s sustainability initiatives and their partnership with bluesign, visit sustainability.sanmar.com.
