From our humble beginnings in rural 1950’s Sweden to the whole world’s grimy workshops, muddy building sites, tough working environments, weld spatter, and sparks. You will find Blåkläder’s high-quality workwear everywhere.
We have come a long way, but we are far from finished or satisfied.
The following is our story. Enjoy the ride.
WE HAVE A PASSION FOR QUALITY
We constantly challenge ourselves to improve. Always with a positive attitude.
We are relentless in our pursuit of the highest quality and standards. We test, and test again.
We develop smart, long-lasting solutions based on a deep understanding of our customers’ needs.
WE BELIEVE IN FUNCTION
We take great pride in our ability to develop smart solutions that make our customers’ work easier, safer and more comfortable.
We are independent and will always recommend the solution that will work best for the customer.
We continuously challenge existing ideas to be able to develop better features that increase efficiency.
WE STAND FOR DESIGN
We continuously explore new possibilities so we can offer our customers attractive solutions that make them feel proud and professional.
Our range of products, as well as every new collection, offers our customers a wide variety of color combinations. Individuality is the key.
We firmly believe that quality and function never have to look boring. And we prove it over and over again.
WE LIVE BY SUSTAINABILITY
We cooperate on all levels and have a deep understanding of the entire value chain.
Since our very beginnings in 1959, our focus has been on producing workwear that lasts.
For us at Blåkläder, sustainability is about more than environmental issues. Our social responsibility is what really defines us.
Founded with production in Sweden
With our roots firmly planted in the heartland of the Swedish textile industry, Blåkläder has a long and proud history. With more than 60 years in the business, we have a deep and genuine knowledge of workwear.
Launch of 1530 Craftsman Trousers
Without you, we’re nothing. This old-school juggernaut is the true backbone of Blåkläder, and it’s still evolving. A heroic classic with an eternal look that will, literally, last a lifetime.
Production in Vietnam starts
We produce 90 percent of our garments at factories closely linked to us across three countries. This production expansion outside of Sweden was started in 1992 in Vietnam.
Production in Sri Lanka starts
We produce 90 percent of our garments at factories closely linked to us across three countries. Next up after Vietnam was Sri Lanka in 2006, and today we consider this beautiful island as our production hub.
Launch of 1500 Craftsman Trousers
Function and design in sweet symbiosis. This tough craftsman veteran has been giving us our modern confidence to push further on since day one, and we can assure you that it’s still a damn fine work trouser.
AutoStore
In 2016, Blåkläder installed the hyper-modern logistics solution AutoStore. Efficient warehouse management, better work environment, faster order processing and increased delivery reliability all followed.
Women’s collection & Maternity Trousers
In 2016, we started producing women’s workwear on a large scale, and today we can proudly state that we offer complete women’s collections in all occupational categories. In 2020, this culminated with the release of our maternity trousers.
Production in Myanmar starts
We produce 90 percent of our garments at factories closely linked to us across three countries. Next up after Vietnam and Sri Lanka was Myanmar in 2017.
Launch of 1990 Craftsman Trousers Stretch
This extremely durable and gutsy rebel in awesome denim-stretch broke barriers when it was released, and it hasn’t stopped since. 1990 is Blåkläder’s rockstar, and we’re all just here for the show.
Launch of safety shoes
Every day in the world, workers of all professions have one problem in common: inadequate ergonomic shoes cause injuries and long-term problems. In 2020, we tried to do something about this by launching our brand new shoe collection.
Blåkläder has been manufacturing and selling work clothes since 1959, initially on the Swedish market. We are now one of Europe’s largest manufacturers of heavy-duty work garments. We produce around 4,5 million garments a year at our factories. In addition to Sweden, we have representation in the following countries: Norway, Finland, Denmark, UK, Ireland, France, Belgium, Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Estonia, Poland, Spain, Czech Republic, Iceland, Austria, Canada, USA and Japan.
Blåkläder produces its garments at factories closely linked to the company. Production in Vietnam was started in 1992, followed by Sri Lanka in 2006 and Myanmar in 2018.
Our close and long-term relationship with the factories is an integral part of our conscious sustainable production. This is a commitment we have made to ensure our garments are manufactured under the highest social, ethical, and environmental standards. It’s consistent not only with national and international conventions (UN and ILO) but also with quality and sustainability standards that are constantly checked and reviewed.
Our aim is to improve the socio-economic situation of the people we work with and the communities in which they live. Our relationships provide us with invaluable access to and knowledge about conditions at the production units, further enabling us to fulfill our commitments.
We make every effort to ensure our garments are produced under conditions that contribute to a more equitable future for the employees. Also, we ensure that processes and procedures are in place to guarantee worker safety, and ensure respect for human rights and the environment.
OUR VALUE CHAIN
The sole purpose of the value chain is to make sure each step is as efficient as possible, whilst delivering all our customer promises.
Our customers should feel confident knowing they have an efficient team at their side, every step of the way. It’s no secret that we can deliver high-tech solutions,
smart logistics, smooth and efficient distribution, as well as rigorous control of our manufacturing units. It’s an operation that’s taken decades to develop and is constantly being adjusted and fine-tuned.
The combination of an extremely competent salesforce and having our own production enables us to control every step in the value chain.
And without further ado, here is that invaluable chain:
Product development
Progress is lightning fast and we’re always at the forefront of the latest product developments.
Production
Our production units in Sweden, Vietnam, Sri Lanka and Myanmar produce 4.5 million garments annually. All following approved by the highest ethical and environmental standards.
Marketing
Worldwide marketing activities: TV, events, sponsorship, sales material, social media and PR.
Sourcing
We keep full control over the entire sourcing process, making sure that quality is maintained from the first draft to the store shelf.
Logistics
We monitor our logistics with the latest technology to ensure fast and efficient deliveries to every destination.
Distribution
We are represented through sales offices in an increasing number of countries worldwide.
THE TRUE BACKBONE (1530)
Without you, we’re nothing. This old-school juggernaut is the true backbone of Blåkläder, and it’s still evolving. A heroic classic with an eternal look that will, literally, last a lifetime.
THE PERSISENT CLASSIC (1500)
Function and design in sweet, sweet symbiosis. This tough craftsman veteran has been giving Blåkläder it’s modern confidence to push further on since day one, and we can assure you that it’s still a damn fine work trouser.
THE GENUINE REBEL (1990)
Viva la revolución! This extremely durable and gutsy rebel in awesome denim-stretch broke barriers when it was released, and it hasn’t stopped since. 1990 is Blåkläder’s Rockstar, and we’re all just here for the show.
THE GAME CHANGER (7100)
Every once in a while, there comes a trouser that changes everything. This is that trouser. Just because your body changes when you are expecting, you shouldn’t have to quit working. Therefore, Blåkläder changed the game for all pregnant women in the construction and craft industries.
THE FUNCTION MASTER (1998)
Function, function, and then function again. This master transformer is the ultimate trouser if you want to do it all, and then some. The list of all its functions is almost endless, and on top of that, it is made in an incredible soft 4-way stretch which makes the grueling workday as easy as a Saturday in the sun.
ICON TO BE
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