Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Workwear & PPE Solutions for UK Businesses
Established in 1952 by George Mathias and his sons, our company has evolved from supplying Merchant Navy uniforms at Avonmouth Docks to becoming a multi-award-winning distributor of branded corporate workwear, PPE, and safety equipment. As a family-owned business now led by the fourth generation, we combine 70 years of industry expertise with innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of UK businesses. Our commitment to sustainability is demonstrated through pioneering zero single-use plastic packaging and importing workwear without plastic, earning recognition through the Green Apple Award for Environmental Best Practice. With a dedicated team of 50 professionals at our Bristol headquarters, we maintain long-term partnerships with major clients, averaging 17 years of collaboration. Our in-house logoing capabilities utilise state-of-the-art embroidery and heat-seal technology to deliver customised solutions.The industry-leading MUMS ordering platform, launched in 2003, provides tailored digital solutions for efficient workwear management. As proud suppliers to Hinkley Point C, we demonstrate our ability to deliver complex PPE solutions for major national projects. Our ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 certifications, alongside BSiF accreditation, ensure the highest standards of quality and compliance. We actively promote equality, diversity, and inclusion through specialist product ranges and bespoke solutions, including custom-made PPE for unique requirements. This combination of tradition, innovation, and customer-centric approach has established us as a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable, sustainable workwear solutions.
Services
Workwear Supply
PPE Solutions
Logo Customisation
Sustainability Programmes
Digital Ordering Platform
Details
- Year established: 1952
Highlights and features
- 70+ years of specialist workwear and PPE expertise
- Full in-house logoing and customisation capabilities
- Next-day delivery service nationwide
- Pioneers in zero single-use plastic packaging solutions
- Award-winning sustainability and safety initiatives
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
- ISO 45001
- BSiF
Services
Workwear Supply
We provide comprehensive workwear solutions tailored to organisational needs. Our service includes sourcing, supply, and management of corporate clothing across all UK brands. With extensive stockholding capacity and next-day delivery, we ensure timely provision of high-quality garments that meet safety, comfort, and brand identity requirements while maintaining compliance with current regulations.
PPE Solutions
Our PPE services combine product expertise with specialist audits and assessments. We deliver compliant safety equipment through rigorous quality control processes certified to ISO standards. From hand protection audits to respiratory face fit testing, our solutions address specific workplace hazards while ensuring regulatory compliance and user comfort across diverse industry sectors.
Logo Customisation
Our in-house logoing facility offers advanced embroidery, heat seal transfer, and DTF printing capabilities. Using 36-head embroidery machines and digital transfer technology, we produce customised workwear that enhances brand visibility. This service supports corporate identity requirements while maintaining garment functionality and durability through precision application techniques.
Sustainability Programmes
We lead the industry in sustainable workwear practices through innovative packaging elimination and recycling initiatives. As the first UK company to implement zero single-use plastic solutions, our programmes reduce environmental impact while maintaining product protection. This includes plastic-free imports and circular economy approaches through the Bristol Prison Project reuse initiative.
Digital Ordering Platform
The MUMS ordering system provides a customisable digital solution for workwear procurement and inventory management. Developed over 20 years, this platform streamlines ordering processes with tailored catalogues, real-time stock tracking, and integrated compliance documentation. It supports efficient procurement while maintaining brand consistency and regulatory adherence across large organisations.
People
George Mathias
Founder
Established the business in 1952 at Avonmouth Docks supplying Merchant Navy uniforms. His entrepreneurial vision laid the foundation for the family-owned enterprise that became a national workwear leader.
Jason Mathias
Managing Director
Fourth-generation leader with over 25 years in the business. Oversees strategic direction while maintaining family values. Recognised for driving sustainability initiatives and digital transformation in workwear distribution.
Questions
What workwear brands do you supply?
We supply almost every UK workwear brand and have extensive factory partnerships to create fully bespoke uniform ranges tailored to specific requirements.
Do you offer custom logo application services?
Yes, we have state-of-the-art in-house logoing facilities including 36-head embroidery machines, heat seal transfer, and DTF printing technologies.
How do you ensure product compliance?
All products meet UK/EU PPE regulations with CE marking where required. Our ISO 9001-certified quality management system ensures ongoing compliance verification.
What sustainability initiatives do you have?
We pioneered zero single-use plastic packaging in the UK and operate the first plastic-free workwear import system, supported by recycling and reuse programmes.
Do you provide site-based services?
Yes, we offer on-site fitting services, risk assessments, toolbox talks, and dynamic foot scanning to ensure optimal product performance and user comfort.
What delivery options are available?
We provide next-day delivery nationwide through our extensive stockholding facilities, ensuring timely supply of essential workwear and PPE.
