Portwest
Portwest, established in 1904, stands as a worldwide pioneer and creator of work attire, safety gear, and personal protective equipment (PPE). Operating across a global reach, the company's distribution network and customer support extend to over 150 countries. With deep roots as a family-owned enterprise, Portwest remains under the guidance of the Hughes Family's third generation, now supplemented by the fourth generation since 2015. The core advantage of Portwest lies in its innovative manufacturing and design, curated by an in-house team of experts.
Employing a workforce of more than 5,500 individuals worldwide, Portwest boasts an elite group of designers specializing in flame-resistant and high-visibility workwear, along with hand, foot protection, PPE, and wearable technology. At the forefront of safety, Portwest's acclaimed team consistently explores the latest trends and breakthroughs, exceeding customer expectations.
Spanning 848 pages and available in 28 languages, Portwest's catalog showcases over 1,350 safety styles, comprehensively meeting the safety wear requisites of various industries.
Portwest commands ownership of four cutting-edge factories located in Bangladesh, Myanmar, Italy, and Albania. This ownership facilitates meticulous control over product quality, lead times, and ethical sourcing. Portwest's renown for technical proficiency, rigorous implementation, and an eye for style and precision is well-established. Customers can rely on consistent color schemes, fabric excellence, optimal fit, and competitive pricing as a given.
With sales offices strategically positioned in nine global locales including the UK, USA, China, Australia, UAE, Ireland, Italy, Spain, and Poland, coupled with customer support personnel in over 150 countries, Portwest assures unparalleled customer service is always within reach. Additionally, the company maintains eight international warehouses in key regions (UK, USA, China, Australia, UAE, Ireland, Italy, Spain, and Poland), boasting a line fill rate of 96% to ensure superior inventory levels at all times. In an industry where safety is paramount, Portwest delivers a risk-free proposition.
