Tranemo Sustainability Report 2023/2024

Tranemo is a leading European supplier of Inherent Flame Retardant and Arc Flash workwear. With our extensive experience in developing innovative and functional workwear, we strive towards zero flame and heat related injuries.

ALL FOR A SAFER WORKPLACE SINCE 1934

This is Tranemo’s fifth sustainability report. The report is written with reference to selected GRI standards and covers the financial year 2023-24. The previous report was published in January 2024.

”We carefully consider every aspect of the product lifecycle to ensure sustainability. ”

Max Larsson, CEO

CONTINUING OUR COMMITMENT TO CLIMATE BENEFITS

As a family-owned company with streamlined decision-making and strong partnerships with our suppliers, we believe we’ve made a significant impact. We have remained dedicated to extending the lifespan of our garments and advancing our sustainability initiatives.

Max Larsson, celebrating Tranemo Textil AB’s 90th anniversary, wearing a tailor-made suit made from Flame Retardant fabric, designed and sewn by our skilled team in Tranemo.

A long-term strategy for value-driven sustainability Sustainability is a top priority for us at Tranemo. Our sustainability strategy focuses on three key areas: Sustainable Operations, Sustainable Production, and Sustainable Growth. This approach addresses both environmental and social issues within our own operations and across our supply chain. These efforts are closely tied to our goals and contribute to create value for our customers, supply chain partners, and the environment.

Our contribution

Research confirms that extending the lifespan of garments is the most effective way to reduce climate impact, and producing high-quality products are embedded in Tranemo’s DNA. We carefully consider every aspect of the product lifecycle to ensure sustainability - from selecting the right materials and production techniques to designing durable workwear. Our garments are also designed for easy repair, with low levels of complaints and quality issues, a testament to our effective quality management.

Phasing out non-essential PFAS is a key focus area in our environmental efforts.

In last years, we expanded our range of fluorocarbon-free fabrics. A journey that will continue years to come. Additionally, we’ve made strides in recycling textile waste from our production. We’re proud to announce the launch of our first garment partley made from recycled waste from our own production - a clear example of how focused environmental initiatives can drive meaningful change.

Local engagement for a better society at Tranemo.

We are committed to social sustainability and contributing to our community. We support local initiatives such as mentoring teachers and enhancing students’ math skills to strengthen future competencies. We also sponsor local sports organizations, recognizing the value of physical activity for health and social connection.

Transforming the Tranemo organization

Over the past year, we’ve refined our organizational structure with more defined roles to enhance our growth. As we expand, we recognize the importance of efficient processes, while staying true to our identity as a family-owned business with close-knit teams and quick decision-making.

Expanding capacity in production and storage

Our second production unit in Bulgaria is now fully operational, helping us to maintain high-quality standard, while meeting increased demand.

Since early 2023, our AutoStore robotic storage system at the Tranemo Logistic Center in Sweden has improved our picking and delivery efficiency by 30-50%, saving 1,000 square meters of space and enabling better material flows and work environments.

Keeping sustainability at the forefront

As we strive towards a circular economy, we remain guided by the latest research and collaborations. We are closely monitoring new EU regulations and will adapt accordingly to continue reducing our environmental impact and contributing to a more sustainable society. Growing interest from our customers in environmental and social responsibility drives us to keep advancing our sustainability efforts.

Looking ahead

Our journey continues with a focus on strengthening our ability to serve European customers while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. By combining our expertise with innovation, we strive to remain the leading provider of advanced workwear, ensuring safer workplaces for everyone.

Max Larsson, CEO

TRANEMO GROUP

Established in 1934, the Tranemo group now consists of Head Office in Sweden and subsidiaries in Norway, Denmark, Finland, United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, Portugal, and Bulgaria. Together, we offer one of the strongest sales and service organisations in Europe.

Tranemo is a third-generation family business with extensive experience in developing and supplying protective workwear to Europe’s heavy industries. We have a simple vision: no one should be seriously injured in an accident where the correct workwear could have prevented it or reduced its consequences. We strive to make workplaces safer by leading the development of new advanced Flame Retardant solutions. Additionally, we provide the market with expert advice on how to protect against various workplace risks, including heat, flame, electric arcs, molten metal, chemicals, and risk of explosion.

TRANEMO TEXTIL IS FOUNDED

It was generally considered that there was a significant need for a female workplace in Tranemo. This is why shares were bought by almost all of the town’s traders, as well as many private individuals.

TRANEMO TEXTIL LDA PORTUGAL

Tranemo Textil Lda, a production unit based in Portugal, is founded. The unit was sold in 1995. Sales of Tranemo Workwear products in Portugal and Spain were started successfully through the sales company Odin Workwear SA.

THE FIRST CERTIFIED FLAME RETARDANT WORKWEAR RANGE

Tranemo introduces its first certified Flame Retardant range.

TRANEMO WORKWEAR GERMANY

Tranemo Workwear GmbH is founded.

TRANEMO WORKWEAR DENMARK

Tranemo Workwear Denmark A/S is founded.

1ST GENERATION OF THE FAMILY BUSINESS

Gustav Kjöllerström bought all the shares in Tranemo Textil AB.

2ND GENERATION OF THE LARSSON FAMILY

Inga Larsson, daughter of Gustav Kjöllerström, takes over Tranemo Textil AB and her husband Håkan Larsson becomes the CEO.

SVEA - THE 1ST PRODUCTION UNIT IN BULGARIA

The Board decides to form Tranemo Ammitzböll Cooporation for production in Plovdiv, Bulgaria. The production unit - Svea, is established.

TRANEMO WORKWEAR UNITED KINGDOM

Tranemo Workwear Ltd is founded.

CANTEX - THE 1ST INHERENT FLAME RETARDANT RANGE

Tranemo launches its first inherent Flame Retardant collection, Cantex.

Annually, the Tranemo Group distributes over 750 000 high-quality workwear to customers throughout Europe and the world. Our Head Office and European Logistics Centre is located in Tranemo, Sweden, and the majority of our production takes place in production facilities across Europe.

TRANEMO WORKWEAR NORWAY

Tranemo Workwear AS is founded.

TRANEMO LOGISTICS CENTER, SWEDEN

Tranemo Logistics Center, a 5000 m² high-capacity warehouse opens its gates.

TRANEMO WORKWEAR BENELUX

Tranemo Workwear Benelux, based in the Netherlands, is separated from Tranemo Workwear Ltd. In 2024, a new sales office was established.

3RD GENERATION OF THE LARSSON FAMILY

TRANEMO WORKWEAR FINLAND

Tranemo Workwear Finland Oy is founded.

TRANEMO WORKWEAR PORTUGAL

TWW Tranemo Workwear Lda is founded

CANTEX WS - THE 1ST PFAS-FREE FLAME RETARDANT RANGE

Tranemo launches its first PFASfree inherent Flame Retardant range with chemical protection.

AUTOSTORE IN TRANEMO LOGISTIC CENTER

A robotic storage and order processing solution is installed in Tranemo Logistic Center to streamline our delivery process and improve storage capabilities.

TRANEMO WORKWEAR IRELAND

GUSTAV - THE 2ND PRODUCTION UNIT IN BULGARIA

A second production unit in Bulgaria, named Gustav, is acquired.

TRANEMO WORKWEAR SWITZERLAND

Tranemo Workwear GmbH is founded.

Max Larsson, son of Inga and Håkan Larsson, becomes the CEO and takes over

Tranemo Textil AB.

Tranemo Workwear IE Limited is founded.

WHAT IS HAPPENING IN THE TRANEMO GROUP?

TRANEMO BENELUX NEW OFFICE!

Tranemo Benelux’s new office is now officially open! Wilmar and Lizette Platenkamp, along with their team, are celebrating 18 years within the Tranemo Group by inaugurating a brand-new office. The successful opening was marked by orange balloons and delicious food.

With their knowledge, expertise, and the new office, Tranemo Benelux is more ready than ever to meet all their customers’ needs!

TRANEMO SWEDEN CELEBRATING 90 YEARS!

On April 30, 1934, Tranemo Textil was founded. As we celebrate our 90th anniversary, we reflect on the journey we’ve had and the path we continue to follow.

We extend a heartfelt thank you for your continued support. Together, we strive closer to our vision of a world where no one is seriously injured in an accident that could have been prevented or mitigated by the correct work clothing.

TRANEMO GERMANY CELEBRATING 25 YEARS!

In 1999, Tranemo Germany was founded, and in 2024, the company is celebrating its 25th anniversary. The milestone was marked with a celebration in Germany, bringing together European colleagues, customers, and friends for a party featuring good music and great food.

This anniversary also marks a significant leadership transition, as Helmut Karbe passes the baton to Dennis Bitter.

We look forward to 25 more years!

Looking forward for another 90 years!

HIGHLIGHTS AND ACHIEVEMENTS

792.000

Delivered garments

522.000

PFAS-free delivered garments 0,06% Returned claims

144%

Increase in recycled fiber usage, since 2019/20

TRANEMO CORE VALUES

We share a common set of values and goals across all of our subsidiaries and markets. This ensures that we consistently deliver the highest levels of quality and service in each of these markets. These values also guide us in the future development of garments and ranges.

RELIABLE

n We are a premium brand and we aim to offer the highest levels of support.

n We keep updated on personal protective equipment (PPE) developments and share this knowledge with our customers.

n We make products fit for industrial use with a focus on cost benefits.

n We keep the highest standards with regards to quality, the environment and ethical production.

INNOVATIVE

n We take the lead in the technical development of inherent Flame Retardant workwear.

n We work closely with our customers to provide the correct workplace solutions.

n We develop fabrics with unique qualities due to our work with fibres and composition.

n We acknowledge the safety challenges of each industry and develop solutions that offer appropriate protection and wearability in these sectors.

EXPERTS

n We strive to be the most knowledgeable manufacturer in the Flame Retardant workwear market.

n We work closely with our customers to ensure that we fully understand their needs.

n We can help with risk assessments and in finding the right solutions for each customer.

n We have over 90 years experience of producing high-quality, functional and innovative workwear.

Our Key Stakeholders play an important role in our sustainability work.

Through close dialogue with them we can ensure a responsible and sustainable business and increase our positive contributions.

STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT

Employees

Our people are the energy that drives us forward. We strive to be a responsible employer and to empower our employees.

Customers

Our aim is to provide innovative solutions that contribute to safer workplaces for our customers in a sustainable way. We also help with the best advice on how to protect against various workplace risks such as heat, flame, electric arc, molten metal, chemicals and the risk of explosion.

End Users

We work in close collaboration with our end-users and their input is extremely valuable for us.

Owners

We manage our business in a responsible manner and create value for our owners.

Partners

Through science-driven research initiatives and our close collaboration with suppliers, we can make maximum use of knowledge at all stages of the value chain.

Suppliers

We participate in various projects in collaboration with TEKO’s environmental group, the Chemicals Group at RISE IVF, Textile & Fashion 2030, TexChain 3 and Life Cirtechtex Project to drive forward the sustainable development in the textile industry.

Communities

We make positive contributions to the society in which we live and work. We have a long tradition of strong local presence and close involvement with the local community.

Authorities

We strive to be good corporate citizens complying with relevant laws and regulations. We support initiatives which will have positive social and environmental outcomes and have an open dialogue with journalists, other thought leaders within social media community.

THE JOURNEY TOWARDS A CIRCULAR FUTURE

S ustainability Manager Nieke speaks

Welcome to our Sustainability Report for 2023/2024. We invite you to join us on our sustainability journey throughout this year. Tranemo has been working diligently to phase out PFAS, and the progress so far has been both interesting and rewarding.

When it comes to Tranemo’s journey, it all started 90 years ago. During the years, many things have changed, but the cornerstone of manufacturing long-lasting garments remains.

Our protective garments are designed to have the longest possible lifespan, achieved through careful material selection, smart design, and consideration of the users’ need for industrial washing. We advise our customers on garment care and offer repair options, along with instructional videos, to extend the product’s lifespan even further.

Sustainability is vital to every process and is deeply embedded in Tranemo’s strategy. We base our decisions on scientific evidence and persistently work to minimize our climate footprint while ensuring good working conditions throughout our supply chain. Our primary long-term goal is to transition to a circular business model that prioritizes people, planet, and performance. We continuously strive to improve our sustainability approach, actively seeking more sustainable alternatives without compromising safety and longevity.

What progress has Tranemo made in the past year?

One of our priority goals is to achieve circularity in our product development. We have collaborated on several projects to realize our vision of recycling materials into new products and developing a circular solution for our worn-out garments.

Currently, technologies for recycling post-consumer waste, meaning contaminated garments, are not sufficiently developed to allow us to create a closed product cycle. Still, we remain hopeful, with many interesting innovation projects that could lead to proven methods. However, reducing the use of natural resources is a key part of our climate action and an important aspect in our sustainability work. We are working hard to increase the volume of recycled pre-consumer waste in our supply chain.

We have been working closely together with one of our fabric suppliers to recycle the collected waste from our production utilities into new fabric. As a result, we are proud to have launched several Flame Retardant winter garments with a new outer fabric that contains 20% pre-consumer Tera TX material, and in addition - it is PFAS-free. We are looking forward to continuing to work towards a circular economy where we close the loop and reintegrating our waste into new materials within our company.

Our journey to phase out PFAS where it is not essential continues. Our goal is to eliminate PFAS from all our garments, with one exception –APEX, as this range requires oilbased chemical protection.

This year, we have also focused on updating our sustainability strategy to align more closely with the new EU CSRD requirements.

What about upcoming goals – plans for taking sustainability to the next level?

Sustainable development involves tackling sustainability from a number of different perspectives. Our focus remains on developing high-quality workwear with longevity and primarily manufactured in Europe, which is a strength for us in our sustainability work. The phase out of PFAS where it is not essential will remain. To minimise our climate footprint, we are among others focusing on reducing energy use in the value chain and encouraging the use of fossil-free energy.

Tranemo’s biggest environmental impact is in the supply chain. By working with environmental aspects already in the product development stage and through out the entire value chain - with the help of our Sustainability eye and our climate actions - we can contribute to a positive impact on the environment.

We take social responsibility seriously!

We have chosen to produce the majority of our garments in Europe and use primarily European-made fabrics, which gives us greater control over labour conditions. We are actively working to improve social conditions with all our suppliers, both within and outside of Europe.

What about the future and circular economy?

The entire textile industry faces significant challenges and a pressing need to transition toward more sustainable production and a circular economy. Tranemo is committed to contributing to a more sustainable textile industry by addressing environmental challenges and focusing on social and economic aspects. Our sustainability strategy serves as our roadmap to a better and more sustainable future. By continuing to work towards a circular economy, where we close the loop and reintegrate our waste into new materials within our company, we hope to create positive change for the textile industry and foster a more sustainable society.

We believe that future-thinking collaborations, partnerships throughout our entire value chain, and listening to our stakeholders are the keys to success in our sustainability journey. We recognize that there is still a long way to go and many challenges to solve.

We must continue the transformation and constantly challenge ourselves to improve our efforts in our focus areas: People, Planet, and Performance.

Nieke Sarink Sustainability Manager

SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGY

Sustainability is vital to every process and is deeply embedded in Tranemo’s strategy. We base our decisions on scientific evidence and persistently work to minimize our climate footprint while ensuring good working conditions throughout our supply chain.

PEOPLE - PLANET - PERFORMANCE

“In a sustainable way we develop and supply Advanced Workwear. Through expertise and innovation, we create safer workplaces.”

The Tranemo business idea reflects our commitment to maintaining high standards and ethics in how we interact with the environment and the people involved in our business. The strategy for sustainable development comprises three areas that together cover the most important parts in the entire process chain from an environmental and sustainability impact and three stakeholder perspective.

TRANEMO SUSTAINABILITY EYE

Tranemo Sustainability Eye helps us visualize and assess the environmental and social impact at every stage of a garment’s life cycle. The three stakeholder perspectives are presented in the Eye placing you and your protection as the focus point.

Based on the customers’ risk assessments and user requirements, Tranemo strive to minimise environmental and climate impacts throughout the life of the product. It is of importance that the sustainability efforts are naturally integrated within the business and that the safety is never compromised.

KEY SUSTAINABILITY GOALS

Tranemo has been committed to environmental sustainability as a core part of our business model for several years. Our mission is to develop protective clothing that safeguards our users, who often work in harsh environments where durability and resilience are crucial.

Long-lasting products and materials are integral to our business. Our primary goal is to enhance workplace safety by creating innovative protective solutions. Many of Tranemo’s product ranges must meet PPE standards and requirements to ensure optimal safety at work, with no exceptions. These garments must provide the levels of protection they are designed for, which sometimes limits the environmental benefits we can achieve.

We continuously strive to balance safety and sustainability in our product development, seeking new ways to minimize our environmental impact while maintaining the highest safety standards for our customers.

Our key sustainability goals include our People, our Planet and our Performance. Tranemo’s focus is to continue to drive the sustainability work in these areas:

PEOPLE

n Motivating and empowering our people - by giving everyone a chance to develop and build up relevant competence.

n Identify human risks - which includes Amfori BSCI.

n Health and safety for everyone - through our wide product range with multiple size ranges, ladies fit, special production etc.

PLANET

n Mitigate climate change - by focusing on reduced energy consumption and minimize the use of water in production.

n Minimize pollution - with focus on phasing out PFAS.

n Integrate resource use and circular economy in our product development - through longer product life cycle by high quality products and reducing the use of natural resources.

PERFORMANCE

n Transparency and traceability - implementing a system to provide optimal transparency and traceability in our supply chain.

THE GLOBAL GOALS

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are developed by the United Nations and define global sustainable development priorities for 2030.

The goals set by the United Nations General Assembly in 2015 for the year 2030 determine that ending poverty must go together with strategies that build economic growth and address the global challenges including education, health, social protection and job opportunities, while protecting the environment.

OUR CONTRIBUTION TO THE SDG s

Tranemo’s sustainable efforts are an important part of the daily work, in which we set high standards for, safety and quality. Many of the global sustainability challenges and calls for action are described in the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Tranemo considers the SDGs as an important initiative for a sustainable society. We contribute to achieving the SDGs through our main focus areas with an ambition to create environmental, social and economic value as part of our business strategy. By doing so, we strive to reduce our environmental and social impact through promoting decent working conditions as well as ensuring responsible product development. In particular, our activities support four of the SDGs to which we can make significant contribution.

TRANEMO MAIN FOCUS AREAS

8.5 Full employment and decent work with equal pay

8.7 End modern slavery, trafficking and child labour

- Tranemo Ethical Guidelines Policy

- Tranemo Code of Conduct

10.3 Ensure equal opportunities and end discrimination

- Tranemo Ethical Guidelines Policy

- Tranemo Code of Conduct

12.2 Sustainable management and use of natural resources

12.4 Responsible management of chemicals and waste

12.5 Substantially reduce waste generation

- Recycled cotton

- Reuse of packaging

- Tranemo is a member of the Swedish Chemicals Ggroup

- Design for a longer product life including the ability to repair garments

- Optimised operational processes

17.6 Knowledge sharing and cooperation for access to science, technology and innovation

17.H Encourage effective partnerships

- TexChain 3 Project1

- No to PFAS Movement2

- Local Society Engagement

1 https://wargoninnovation.se/texchain3

2 https://chemsec.org/pfas

SUSTAINABILITY MANAGEMENT

The Sustainability Management Team is responsible for the development and implementation of the environmental strategy, policies and activities related to sustainability and corporate social responsibility. The sustainability performance is regularly measured and reported to the board of directors.

Board of Directors

CEO

Sustainability Manager

Chemical Expert Project Managers

A CIRCULAR BUSINESS STRATEGY

With our core values “RELIABLE INNOVATIVE EXPERTS”, Tranemo wants to be the leading company developing Advanced Workwear. To remain an innovative company, Tranemo continuously strives toward a circular business strategy, implementing it as soon as it becomes technologically feasible - for a more sustainable future. In a circular business model, the aim is to minimize waste by designing products and processes in a way that enable:

REDUCE - REUSE - REPAIR - RECYCLE

In a circular economy there is no waste, and therefore landfill or incineration is not an option. But – we can’t do this alone; we need to work with our textile colleagues for a more sustainable future. SDG 17 is consistent in the work for us since it focuses on enhancing cooperation and knowledge sharing in the fields of science, technology, and innovation. An example of this is the LIFE CIRTECHTEX PROJECT that we are a part of.

PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS

Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development.

The Global Goals can only be met if we work together. International investments and support is needed to ensure innovative technological development, fair trade and market access, especially for developing countries. To build a better world, we need to be supportive, empathetic, inventive, passionate, and above all, cooperative.

LIFE CIRTECHTEX

The ambition of the Life Cirtechtex project is to adopt a circular economy approach to significantly reduce technical textile waste and up-cycle it into high-grade PPE fabrics. The goal of the project is to recycle textile waste by incorporating a minimum of 20% recycled pre- and post-consumer materials in at least 80% of the PPEs produced.

Technical textiles are crucial to keep workers safe in high-risk environments such as foundries, petrochemical industries, electricity generation and manipulation or welding. Those industries need high-level protective garments that can prevent burns and injuries (thermal, electric, or chemical). The fabrics for those personal protective equipment (PPE) must meet stringent standards to effectively protect the workers.

During the manufacture of the different PPE fabrics along the textile value chain, a lot of waste material is generated. This waste is highly valuable as it is made of high-performance technical materials, which differs from commodities used in fashion. While at domestic level clothes have their own recycling programs (e.g. European clothing action plan) and regulations (e.g. Mandatory textiles separate collection by 2025), similar initiatives are lacking in the technical textiles sector for industrial applications.

The project will focus on applying a circular economy approach to the technical fabrics sector for PPEs, where no similar solutions currently exists and the ambition of the CIRTECHTEX project is to adopt a circular economy approach to significantly reduce technical textile waste and upcycle it into high-grade PPE fabrics. The consortium envisions a changing paradigm towards sustainability and commits to an environmentally friendly vision in high-end market segments.

The goal of the project is to recycle textile waste by incorporating a minimum of 20% recycled pre- and post-consumer materials in at least 80% of the PPEs produced. These values will be achieved by using a waste collection (pre and post consumer) and recycling methodology.

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DOUBLE MATERIALITY

The process for the Double Materiality follows the requirements of the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS 1 and ESRS 2).

To determine the materiality of each sustainability-related topic, an average of all the impact scores, and separately an average for all the related risks and opportunities, is calculated. If a topic had both a risk and opportunity associated, only the higher scores were taken into consideration to give topics more weight in the analyses.

The Double Materiality analysis constitutes what is to be measured, the measurement points are formed according to ESRS 1. For 2024-2025 Tranemo’s Double Materiality is determined as below, showing that all areas in line with the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) were essential, except for two.

PEOPLE

S1 - Our people

S2 - Workers in the value chain

S3 - Affected communities

S4 - Consumers and end-users

PLANET

E1 - Climate change

E2 - Pollution

E3 - Water and marine resources

E4 - Biodiversity and ecosystems

E5 - Resource use and circular economy

PERFORMANCE

G1 - Business conduct

COMPLIANCE

Tranemo’s sustainability work follows EU’s directive - Corporate Sustainability

Reporting Directive (CSRD) which aims to create the best conditions for the EU to meet its Net Zero objectives by 2050, and is Tranemo’s framework for sustainable development.

Tranemo’s sustainability work shall always comply the required disclosures under the Norwegian Transparency Act. The Act complies to a high degree with the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD). CSDDD is a complement to the adopted Corporate Sustainability

Reporting Directive, CSRD. The proposed CSDDD shares many similarities with the Transparency Act. Both build on international soft law standards such as the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights. They also have partly overlapping objectives and prescribe similar due diligence processes.

EcoVadis and Achilles

To measure Tranemo sustainability strategy effectiveness we have chosen to certify us according to EcoVadis and Achilles.

The EcoVadis platform helps us manage global frameworks and regulatory requirements, meet our sustainability goals, and receive guidance on improving sustainability performance and value chains.

In 2023 Tranemo achieved the EcoVadis Silver Medal. Tranemo are actively working for an update and strive to get the gold medal in the next evaluation.

The Achilles Sustainability Score provides buyers and their suppliers with a clear view of performance across ESG, health and safety, cybersecurity and financial. The Score enables buying organisations to effectively assess and manage supply chain performance and risk and supplying organisations to showcase and enhance their sustainability credentials.

In 2024 Tranemo achieved the Achilles score Silver Plus. The aim is always to receive a higher ESG rating and to improve the rating where possible.

SUSTAINABLE SOCIETY

At Tranemo, we have a deep respect and commitment to the community in which our company was founded. We have a long tradition of strong local presence and close involvement with a variety of social contribution activities.

Through membership in a non-profit local association ”Tillväxt Tranemo” we can help to safeguard and develop the Tranemo municipality by supporting associations and the business community. We hope that our engagement will contribute to organic growth of the Tranemo municipality and create good conditions for people and companies to work and collaborate. By supporting local cultural associations, we help to organise festivals, theatre performances and concerts. In addition, because wellness is close to our hearts we not only sponsor sports events for our own employees, but also local clubs in activities such as skiing, orienteering, gymnastics, ice hockey and football.

SUPPORTING EDUCATION AND INNOVATION

Science and innovation is at the heart of everything we do. By engaging with schools, colleges and community groups, we help young people to learn new skills, and access opportunities. We are involved in different projects where we support high school students from the local community. We also provide internships at the Swedish School of Textiles and Textile Academy in Borås, Sweden.

For many years we have been supporting young engineers from Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg in their experimental projects in the frame of the engineering competition - Chalmers Formula Student. During these projects students have an opportunity to bridge the gap between engineering education and industry.

SUPPORTING YOUTH ENTREPRENEURS

Youth entrepreneurship is important as it benefits economic growth by creating job opportunities and increasing competitiveness. We support young people in promoting their own business ideas.

Young entrepreneurs in Målsryd, Sweden

Photo: Paul Seizinger, Driverless Cup, Chalmers Formula Student.

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

At the opening of Tranemo Benelux’s new office, guests were asked to make a donation. Tranemo used this donation to purchase a tandem bike for “Hof van Smeden” in the Netherlands, a care facility for the elderly. This way, residents can enjoy bike rides outdoors under the supervision of a caregiver.

Tranemo sees the social importance and has contributed for this reason.

SUPPORTING SPORT

Sport is good for us and teaches us to lead healthier and more active lives. Positive health outcomes are one of the major benefits of youth sports participation. Sport activities are committed to supporting partnerships between local organisations and sports. At Tranemo we support different sport activities by sponsoring local community sports organisations.

Sports club KV Emmeloord, The Netherlands

Tranemo IF ski association, Sweden

Marius Lindvik, Rælingen skiklubb, Norway

Axel Holmström, Hockey-Team Vaasan Sport, Finland

PEOPLE SU STAINABLE OPERATIONS

Tranemo integrates environmental responsibility and sustainability into the operations. We prioritize:

n OUR TEAM

n VALUE CHAIN

n CONSUMERS AND END USERS

Tranemo integrate environmental and sustainability into the operations. This involves prioritizing the well-being and development while fostering a culture of environmental and social responsibility, which contributes to creating safer workplaces for both our employees and the consumers.

THE FOLLOWING KEY INITIATIVE IS PRIORITIZED

Motivating & Empowering our people to give everyone a chance to develop and build up relevant competence to make sure that the workplaces safe for everyone. SDG 10 is the benchmark for us in the operations, we always strive to give all people the same opportunities despite who you are.

REDUCED INEQUALITIES

Reduce inequality within and among countries.

Too much of the world’s wealth is held by a very small group of people. This often leads to financial and social discrimination. In order for nations to flourish, equality and prosperity must be available to everyone – regardless of gender, race, religious beliefs or economic status. When every individual is self sufficient, the entire world prospers.

OUR TEAM

Motivating and empowering, by giving everyone a chance to develop and build up relevant competence.

TRANEMO EMPLOYEES

Tranemo has been committed to environmental measures as part of the business model for several years. We develop our protective clothing to protect our users, who often work in harsh environments where workwear has to be durable and hard-wearing.

Our people are important for us; without their dedication, we wouldn’t be where we are today. We strive to create a good working environment and to give possibilities to create the right work-life balance. It’s important to us that our people feel valued, included and supported in their professional and personal growth.

POSITIVE WORK ENVIRONMENT

A safe work environment combined with a perception of good physical and psychosocial health is essential for our employees’ well-being and performance. Systematic work environment management at Tranemo is a basic prerequisite for promoting a good working environment by preventing risks at work in order to prevent accidents and ill health. This is a continuously ongoing process that involves all conditions in the working environment that can affect employees in their daily work. The work is conducted by the Tranemo Safety Committee and the key methods are:

n Examine

n Risk Assess

n Remedy

n Check & Follow Up

Tranemo Safety Committee ensures that occupational safety and health issues are integrated according to adequate legal requirements and Tranemo ethical guidelines policy.

Tranemo Sweden employee survey results:

My physical health is good!

My mental health is good!

There is a strong team spirit in my workplace!

I feel valued at work!

I would recommend my workplace to a friend!

The company utilizes my skills effectively!

The company and my workplace are developing in the right direction!

Employ ees within the Tranemo Group

DIVERSITY

Diversity and inclusion are huge assets for our sustainability efforts. We bring together different backgrounds, experiences and views that helps us see the ”bigger” picture and to create effective sustainable solutions. We give possibilities to our employees to be able to develop their roles and skills regardless of gender, background or other factors. We are proud to have many women in leading positions among our Swedish Management Team.

All employees

n 85% full time n 15% part time 330

n 66 % women n 34% men

Full time / Part time employees

Management

n 25% women n 75% men

TRAINING AND EDUCATION

To motivate and empower our people, Tranemo always offer training skills for employees for relevant competence building. We also strive to cultivate an inclusive culture, teamwork, and open communication which leads to a sense of belonging and commitment among our employees. Relevant competence building can be in different categories, for example language, health, Flame Retardant expertise or ergonomics.

All our employees in our warehouse are frequently taking courses in ergonomics and safety, to make sure they lift correctly.

“Regular ergonomics training is essential. Everyone knows how to lift properly, but it’s easy to slip back into bad habits.”

Mattias Wallin, Warehouse Supervisor

2023/24 we conducted

96 Safety Academy trainings for our Swedish customers

TRANEMO SAFETY ACADEMY

Bridging th e gap between theory and practice

Knowledge retention is a cornerstone of Tranemo’s corporate culture, and we see it as our responsibility to conduct research and innovation to provide the market with the best advice on how to protect against workplace hazards such as heat, flames, arcs, molten metal, chemicals and explosions.

Since 2007, we have unified our expertise and safety efforts under the name Tranemo Safety Academy. We offer tailored training for our customers, with the aim to obtain, educate and share knowledge based on current safety regulations, requirements and our long experience in the textile industry.

SAFET Y ACADE M Y

“We must work diligently and stay determined to maintain our expertise, ensuring we remain leaders in our field.”

Cecilia Rydäng, Project Manager

MAINTAIN OUR EXPERTISE

To ensure that we continue to live up to our core value of being experts, with a commitment of being the most knowledgeable advisors in the Flame Retardant market, the entire Tranemo Group meets online for internal training sessions once a month.

The training courses conclude with a test to ensure our staff possess the necessary knowledge and skills. Over the past year, we conducted nine training sessions and together we made 288 hours of training under the Tranemo Safety Academy.

Project Manager Cecilia Rydäng sees this initiative as an important part of our Tranemo’s skills development. She emphasizes that we need to work hard and be determined to maintain our core values and ensure that we remain a leader in our field.

EDUCATION AND SUSTAINABILITY

The Tranemo Safety Academy is also an important part of our sustainability work. Through the Academy, we not only strengthen our internal knowledge management and increase competence, but also involve our customers in a continuous dialogue around workplace safety, right protection and sustainable development.

Moreover, it strengthens our knowledge management and increases expertise. Together with our customers, we can create a safer and more sustainable working environment.

VALUE CHAIN

Identify human risks involves assessing potential hazards related to working conditions, labour rights, and safety standards at every stage, from raw material sourcing to final product delivery.

By working closely with our suppliers, we safeguard various aspects of our suppliers’ business and promote continuous improvement.

SECURING DIGNIFIED WORKING CONDITIONS

We strive to build long-term partnerships with suppliers, which is an important aspect of our goal. We regularly carry out audits on our suppliers’ premises to ensure they meet requirements for a safe and secure work place.

SUPPLIER RELATIONSHIPS

Visiting our suppliers also gives us an opportunity to discuss, safeguard and develop the values that form the basis for Tranemo’s Code of Conduct.

In order to qualify and also remain a supplier to Tranemo, our suppliers must accept and follow the requirements and guidelines set out in our Code of Conduct.

The items we check during the audits include:

n Fire alarms and fire-fighting equipment.

n Safety equipment for hazardous work.

n Emergency exits and clear signs on premises.

n First aid kits.

n Fire drills and training of employees in safety and health issues.

n Employee facilities for hygiene and meals.

n Examination of other documents to ensure compliance with our Code of Conduct.

CODE OF CONDUCT

In order to qualify and also remain a supplier to Tranemo, our suppliers must accept and follow the requirements and guidelines set out in Tranemo’s Code of Conduct. Tranemo makes continuous visits to its suppliers to review and ensure that set requirements are complied with.

Suppliers covered by the Code of Conduct

100 %

Reported Code of Conduct violations

0

Active suppliers

67 Main suppliers

27

WHISTLEBLOWER REPORTING

Integrity and compliance with laws and regulations are our priorities. To detect potential irregularities, Tranemo has a whistle-blowing system that allows employees and other stakeholders to safely report serious irregularities and misconduct. The whistle-blowing system is based on fundamental principles such as protection of the whistle-blower and the whistleblower’s right to anonymity. Reports received via the whistle-blowing system will be proceeded with the highest level of confidentiality.

According to national legislation, the whistle-blowing process should only be used to report irregularities and misconduct relating to company management and other key persons.

Number of reports received during 2023-2024: 0

SUSTAINABLE SUPPLY CHAIN

Tranemo’s biggest environmental impact is in the supply chain. By working with environmental aspects already in the product development stage and through out the entire value chain - with the help of our Sustainability Eye and our climate actions - we can contribute to a positive impact on the environment.

Tranemo decided during 2024 to join Amfori BSCI. Amfori BSCI, short for Amfori Business Social Compliance Initiative, is a comprehensive system that supports companies in improving social performance in their supply chains, thereby promoting ethical and sustainable business practices globally.

About amfori

Amfori is a global business association that promotes sustainable trade, sustainable supply chains and sustainable business. Their belief is that companies simultaneously can focus on people and planet as well as profit and that they might need help to navigate through the complexities that come with increased sustainability expectations.

The name, amfori, is inspired by ‘amphorae’, containers used in ancient times to ship goods around the world. They symbolise the beginning of open global trade, which has brought economic growth, job creation and prosperity.

Founded in 1977, amfori has evolved into a leading business association for sustainable trade, supporting companies across the globe to operate successful and responsible businesses, by improving the Environmental, Social and Governance performance of their supply chains.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND EMPLOYEE CARE AT TRANEMO BULGARIA

At Tranemo, we are deeply committed to fostering a safe, supportive, and positive working environment for all our employees. Our production facilities are designed and adapted to promote well-being, foster growth, and ensure that every individual feels valued and empowered to develop within the company.

Our facility in Plovdiv, Bulgaria, is a leading example of this commitment. In 2022 and 2023, we carried out significant renovations aimed at improving the working environment. We enhanced insulation and introduced a modern climate control systems to maintain optimal temperature and humidity levels throughout the year, ensuring comfort for our workforce in both summer and winter. Additionally, sound-absorbing ceilings and ergonomic workstations contribute to a pleasant atmosphere, while our advanced, safe machinery actively reduces the risk of workplace accidents.

We have also installed solar panels across our facility Svea, which yearly generate more than half of the electricity we consume, significantly boosting our energy efficiency and contributing to our sustainability goals.

Tranemo Bulgaria has installed

184 solar panels on the roof, producing around 80-90 % of the facility’s energy consumption, during summertime.

SUSTAINABILITY IS INTEGRAL TO OUR OPERATIONS

To enhance operational efficiency and workplace organization, we implement the LEAN 5S methodology throughout all our facilities. This approach enables us to reduce waste, increase productivity, and ensure clean, well-organized, and safe workspaces - leading to improved employee satisfaction.

Continuing our focus on growth and sustainability, our recently acquired factory Gustav, will be renovated and modernized to further expand our production capacity in Europe. This investment aligns with our long-term strategy of strengthening our presence in the European market. Presently, 90% of our Flame Retardant garments are produced in Europe, and the new factory will enable us to meet growing demand while maintaining our high standards of quality.

A THRIVING WORKFORCE

We also prioritize the well-being of our employees beyond the workplace. To make daily commuting more convenient, we offer a company bus service. Understanding the importance of work-life balance, we provide an additional paid day off on September 15th - an important day for Bulgarian families as children return to school.

Our transparent wage structure, including a bonus system, ensures that all employees receive fair compensation. We also offer lunch vouchers for those interested, and our on-site amenities include access to coffee and cold beverages, as well as clean and comfortable locker rooms and sanitary facilities for employees’ convenience.

”People seek us out for our strong reputation as a fair and responsible employer.”

Kostadin Kyorgogov, Managing Director

SVEA

GUSTAV

AT TRANEMO, DIVERSITY IS A CORE STRENGTH

We celebrate the unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our employees, knowing that this diversity enriches our company and contributes to our shared success, regardless of age or background.

CONSUMERS AND END USERS

Through our extensive experience, expertise, and wide range of protective workwear, we ensure a safer and healthier environment for everyone.

RISK ASSESSMENT

Beginning with a risk assessment, we analyse the environment in which the clothing will be used, the demands it will be exposed to and other important variables.

From this, we can ensure that the customer is supplied with the correct level of protection. We do not believe in a multi-norm concept - that one garment would be enough for all risks and industries. Instead we develop unique solutions with high functionality for each risk assessment – without compromising on safety and the environment.

By carrying out the risk assessment and identifying exactly what the garments will be used for, we can avoid creating and treating textiles unnecessarily. By doing this, we can reduce our environmental footprint by using less chemicals, dyes, water, electricity and other resources that may not be required.

Industry sectors: Electricity & Energy, Railway, Welding, Petrochemical, Smelters & Foundries, Mining, Electric car industry, Explosive environments, Traffic etc.

NO ONE SHOULD BE SERIOUSLY INJURED IN AN ACCIDENT

We have a simple vision that no one should be seriously injured in an accident where the correct work clothing could have prevented the injury, or helped to reduce the consequences of it.

Always wearing the right clothing is insurance for the user if an accident happens. This is why the fit, ergonomic design and comfort of protective clothing are so vitally important. Workwear that is uncomfortable or has a poor ergonomic design could mean that the wrong type of protective clothing is worn. This can also lead to negative consequences from both a safety and environmental perspective.

For that reason, our starting point for sustainable development is ensuring customers end up with the most environmentally-friendly product and the correct level of protection. All of our ranges are sustainably designed as systems for specific industries and their associated risks.

THE SAFETY EXPERT

To help you understand what to wear and how to wear it, Tranemo has launched a new section, on our Swedish website called THE SAFETY EXPERT. We believe it is crucial to share our knowledge with our customers to promote a safer workplace.

On tranemoworkwear.se you will find our collective expertise and competence in protective clothing. Our experts explains everything from risk analysis and standards to considerations for sustainability and purchasing. Additionally, you will find downloadable guides for future reference.

WEAR TEST

In collaboration with major customers, Tranemo undertake extensive wear tests to ensure that all necessary functions are featured on the garments and that they offer comfort and performance in real-life settings.

We collaborate with customers to test our protective workwear in the environment they were designed for. Additionally, garments are also tested by our staff. Fit and comfort can be subjective and may differ from wearer to wearer. That is why we always conduct wear tests on multiple wearers. Functional and comfortable clothing are crucial, as they ensure that safety garments are consistently worn, providing protection in line with the risk assessment.

When we conduct tests on new garments we ensure that they are:

n Safe - providing the correct protection.

n Durable - with a long lifespan.

n Designed for the right fit - ensuring comfort and freedom of movement.

n Functional and equipped with the necessary features - for a productive workday.

All garments are tested in real-life settings, which is why certification is crucial even in the testing stage. We make sure that our garments always fulfil the requirements and standards.

Wear tests are a naturally part in the product development process and one of the final steps before we start production. However, this step is a very important and we welcome all feedback from our test users, making adjustments to our designs as needed. A wear test can last from one month up to a year.

“We design garments for specific environments, not one solution for many applications”

Louise Svensson, Technical Development Manager

DESIGN AND WEAR TEST

The development process starts in the design phase, often in close collaboration with our customers. With our extensive experience in designing workwear, we understand the critical importance of ensuring that the garments perform optimally under specific circumstances.

During the development of new products, many factors need to be considered. One thing we discuss frequently is the fitting - should the garment have regular fit or loose fit? What suits the specific work environment best. Garments for the Electricity & Power industry, are often designed in a regular fit with stretch panels to facilitate ease of movement during climbing tasks, while garments for the Metallurgy industry require a looser fit to create air gaps between garment layers, providing added protection against intense radiant heat.

Ergonomics

Another feature that was developed and refined through wear tests is the ergonomic jacket design for electricians. As electricians often climbs and work with their arms raised above the head, we needed to ensure that the sleeves always cover the arms and that the jacket does not lift up when the hands are raised. This to ensure that the clothing always overlap and provide protection for the user in every working task.

Features

Other details that are tested in wear tests are the pockets, which always need to fulfill the demands from the user, as well as follow the restrictions in the EU-standards. For example metallurgy garments are equipped with fewer pockets and details, making molten metal run off easier without getting stuck in creases or pocket openings. The scenario is almost the same in the Chemical industry where open pockets, that can collect chemical splashes, are not allowed. Additionally, for Chemical garments we also need to consider that the chemicals do not penetrate seams or reflective bands.

Durability

Many working environments are harsh and challenging and require both visible and durable protective clothing. Welding, cutting and grinding activities are work tasks that exposes garments to intense sparks that can be damaging for the fabric. By making wear test, we can identify exactly where the workwear needs extra reinforcement, allowing us to develop clothing with increased longevity.

Less chemicals

Minimizing environmentally harmful chemicals has led us to phase out PFAS wherever possible. Together with our customers, we have conducted extensive tests demonstrating that a PFAS-free finish often provides adequate protection.

TEXTILE SERVICE AND LAUNDRY

By conducting wear tests in collaboration with our laundry partners, we ensure that the quality of the fabric, accessories, and seams meets Tranemo’s standards. After wearer test and laundry, we check that the garments still maintain the highest performance. Tranemo also performs inhouse quality tests before each production to ensure that we maintain the highest performance on fabrics. Industrial laundering of our garments is often recommended to ensure that they are clean and safe to wear. A managed Textile Service programme is one of the most sustainable ways of laundering garments, making it possible to clean the safety clothing without loss of quality and functionality.

WHAT´S IN IT FOR THE CUSTOMER?

Our customers often appreciate the opportunity to be involved in the design process. By being active in the development stage, the customer can influence the function, comfort, durability and sometimes even the price of the garments. This ensures that the garments fulfil the risk assessment as well as the expectations of the wearer.

The safest protective garment is the garment that is always worn. Through wear tests we ensure that our workwear offer optimal protection as well as comfort and function.

“I really appreciate that there are workwear ranges for women!

Feeling comfortable in my work clothing is incredibly important and I really like my Tranemo workwear,”

Karin Fjeldstad Jusne, Process Engineer, Finnfjord AS Norway

WOMENS WEAR - A PRIORITY

In recent years, Tranemo has made a major investment in the development of protective clothing for women, with focus on their needs and working conditions. We believe that everyone has the right to have comfortable, well-fitted protective clothing as well as the best levels of protection available – so they will always be protected if an accident occurs.

Today’s ever changing workplace shows that more women are working in former male-dominated environments. In addition, many large companies are striving harder for a more equal workplace. The primary purpose of protective clothing is to prevent an injury. Often comfort and ergonomic issues are reasons cited for inappropriate wearing of protective clothing, such as not wearing garments correctly or at all. The biggest demand from women who are required to wear protective workwear in the workplace is an appropriate fit. By meeting this demand we can ensure that our female users are supplied with the correct level of protection.

THE IMPORTANCE OF WELL-FITTED WORKWEAR

KARIN FJELDSTAD JUSNES, FINNFJORD AS, NORWAY

As a process engineer with ferrosilicon producer Finnfjord, Karin Fjeldstad Jusnes works in an environment where Flame Retardant workwear is essential. Each day she checks that the metal they produce meets the desired quality and that raw materials meet process requirements. Karin is involved in many projects and processes at the company, as well as managing the laboratory and working with the process team to ensure the furnaces all operate efficiently and safely.

Karin has a doctorate in materials science, specialising in quartz and its high-temperature properties, and also has a good general knowledge of metal processing, chemistry and physics. Finnfjord is one of the world’s most energy-efficient producers of ferrosilicon, of which quartz is a major source, so Karin’s academic expertise is put to good use. It is vital to the process to understand how quartz behaves at high temperatures and why different types of quartz behave differently. “The best part of my job is that it is so varied! There are many challenges and no day is the same, which I love,” says Karin.

The biggest challenge for Finnfjord in the long term is to produce ferrosilicon as sustainably as possible and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Karin contributes to internal improvement projects and larger research projects that aim to increase production using fewer resources, and thus reduce emissions.

The safety of employees is a high priority at Finnfjord and opportunities to improve safety are discussed every day. Workwear plays a big part in these safety efforts. Karin believes the most important thing is that workwear should protect users from hazards and be comfortable to work in. Not being able to move freely can be very frustrating, so clothing that can stretch is very important.

“Having workwear that is comfortable is a necessity, as we wear it all day,” adds Karin.

Historically, the smelting industry has always been male-dominated, but more and more women are coming into the industry, which also means greater demands for workwear that fits well.

INCLUSIVE DESIGN

Grindehall is

Maria is currently focused on developing Flame Retardant garments for customers with specific demands.

Her work ensures that all workers feel comfortable and safe at all times, regardless of who or where they are.

When a workplace consists of people with different experiences and strengths, we believe that it contributes to a better working climate with increased wellbeing and job satisfaction.

We want to contribute to workplaces with a diversity of people by creating clothes that make it possible. Everyone deserves a positive workday, feeling safe and comfortable in their clothes, no matter who they are or where they are in life – it’s a matter of course.

Maria

one of four Garment Technicians at Tranemo.

Hijab

Women should have the same opportunity to move freely in their workplace regardless of religious affiliation. Therefore, we have included a Hijab in our range. It is a Flame Retardant shawl that can be used to cover hair, ears and neck. The wearer drapes the shawl themselves for the best comfort and style.

Maternity / Comfort trousers

Women and men should be able to work in PPE workwear that gives high comfort. We have developed a solution for pregnant women, allowing them to wear the same trouser style throughout their pregnancy. The same solution will also work well as a comfort trouser for men and women with special needs, such as those with an ostomy bag, ensuring that the trousers do not cause discomfort while still providing safety and a comfortable fit.

Ladies Underwear

Wearing Flame Retardant underwear is crucial for many of our customers, and to meet diverse needs, we have expanded our range, with a special focus on options for women.

Thong - a daily choice for many women. We believe our customers should have the same comfort and option during their workday, ensuring they feel confident and comfortable in every situation. With less fabric in the garment rubbing against the outer layer, wearers experience a greater sense of freedom and comfort. By being able to choose the right underwear for the wearers liking, which is in line with the risk analysis of the workplace, Tranemo provides safety and comfort.

Prosthetic bra - We are very happy that, in addition to our ordinary bra range, we can offer a bra for women with breast prostheses. Comfort and fit of the underwear you use during your working day is important. We see it as a matter of course, that all women should be offered safe, well-fitting underwear, whether they have breast prostheses or not.

PLANET

SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTION

We are actively looking for ways to reduce the environmental impact of our own operations. We prioritize:

n MITIGATE CLIMATE CHANGE

n MINIMIZE POLLUTION

n RESOURCE USE AND CIRCULAR ECONOMY

At Tranemo, sustainable production is a critical aspect of achieving global sustainable development. It involves creating goods and services while minimizing negative impacts on the environment, society, and economy.

Adopting a sustainable and circular approach to textile production during the developing process is crucial for us. This includes sustainability across all stages: development, sourcing, production, distribution, recycling, and consumption. Our goal is to build a company that prioritizes sustainable production and actively addresses climate change by transparently disclosing information about our climate-related impacts and risks.

THE FOLLOWING KEY INITIATIVE IS PRIORITIZED

Minimizing our contribution to pollution in water, air, and soil is a priority throughout our entire supply chain. We focus on reducing PFAS use and integrating circularity and resource efficiency into our product development process, ensuring that high-quality products are part of our daily lives. SDG 12 - Responsible consumption and production - is a big part in our company when working for sustainable products in a sustainable production.

RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION AND PRODUCTION

Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns.

Our planet has provided us with an abundance of natural resources. But we have not utilized them responsibly and currently consume far beyond what our planet can provide. We must learn how to use and produce in sustainable ways that will reverse the harm that we have inflicted on the planet.

MITIGATE CLIMATE CHANGE

We need to be kind to the planet. By focusing on reducing energy consumption and minimizing water use in our production processes, we contribute to a more sustainable future and environmental impact.

MORE SUSTAINABLE ENERGY

We are actively looking for ways to reduce the environmental impact of our own operations through energy use. A large focus is put on energy efficiency measures and increasing our renewable energy usage.

Renewable energy sources, including wind, solar and hydro-power, are the most sustainable. Today in our operations in Sweden we use an energy mix consisting of 100% fossil free sources including 49% renewable energy.

ENHANCE THE ENERGY EFFICIENCY

We aim to reduce our energy use, both in our own operations but also across our supply chain. Through energy optimisation and transition to fossil-free and low-carbon energy solutions we can reduce our energy use.

We have taken action to reduce energy use as part of our continuous efforts to enhance the energy efficiency:

n Use more sustainable energy sources within our operations

n Invest in CO2 reduction initiatives

n Choose suppliers with better energy sources

n Encourage suppliers to use more sustainable energy sources

Heating premises and the use of electricity account for the largest share of energy use in our operations.

TOWARDS 100% RENEWABLE ENERGY

During 2023-24, Tranemo Benelux have 100% renewable electricity in their operations.

On a sunny day our facility site in Bulgaria produce around 80-90% of the energy consumption with solar panels and strives towards 100%.

TRANSPORTS

EVERY TON OF CARBON COUNTS

When it comes to climate action, every ton of carbon counts. That is why we have thoroughly measured our greenhouse gas footprint to figure out where our emissions come from and target our efforts on our journey to sustainable operations.

HOW WE MEASURE OUR GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS

We calculate the carbon footprint that our organisation generates by collecting data on the carbon dioxide emissions that we leave through our electricity consumption, use of packaging and transportation. The carbon footprint is measured in tons of CO2 equivalent (CO2e). The results we obtain help us to reduce our greenhouse emissions and identify potential improvements that minimise our CO2 footprint.

Goal: Reduce C02 emissions from transport

Goal: Reduce C02 emissions from energy use

* Previous year the electricity was calculted on Nordic Mix. The number is now updated with 100% fossile free electricity from our electricity supplier.

Goal: Reduce C02 emissions from packaging

MINIMIZE POLLUTION

We consider environmental and climate impact at every stage in the product life cycle, right from the product development stage.

LESS CHEMICALS

We aim to ensure that our garments are free from harmful, prohibited or restricted chemicals. By signing Tranemo Acceptance Document, our suppliers are obliged to follow the requirements and restrictions accordingly.

Use of chemicals is sometimes necessary in our product development. Our main purpose is to protect our customers from serious flame related injuries and to develop the best protective solution in a sustainable way. Therefore, chemicals must be handled carefully to ensure our products are safe for consumers and for the environment.

100% INHERENT FLAME RETARDANT

Tranemo only manufactures inherent Flame Retardant workwear which guarantees lifelong protection for the wearer. The Flame Retardant properties lie in the molecular structure of the fibres and cannot be washed or worn out. Other benefits include comfort, durability and the use of lightweight fabrics, in addition to offering permanent Flame Retardant protection. Tranemo works closely with fibre manufacturers and we are always ready for new innovations and more sustainable development.

SWEDISH CHEMICALS GROUP

Tranemo is a member of the Chemicals Group at RISE IVF, which means we can keep up to date with the latest developments in research and legislation. In collaboration with RISE, the Tranemo RSL is updated twice a year to ensure that we comply with restrictions and updated legislation as recommended by the Chemicals Group.

REACH

Tranemo products are made from fabrics and accessories that meet the requirements of REACH. REACH is an EU regulation on chemicals legislation and the abbreviation stands for: Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and restriction of Chemicals. ECHA is the European Chemicals Agency and in Sweden the Swedish Chemicals Agency has primary responsibility for applying the REACH regulation.

Restricted Substances List (RSL)

To ensure that our products meet all the requirements of REACH, we use a Restricted Substances List (RSL) which all our suppliers must sign and comply with. The TRANEMO RSL is a list of all substances and the requirements and limit values under European legislation.

In addition to REACH, Tranemo uses its RSL to comply with all current EU regulations, such as the Persistent Organic Pollutants Regulation (POPs) and the Biocides Regulation. The TRANEMO RSL also allows us to ensure that our suppliers comply with the Candidate List for substances of very high concern (SVHCs).

New chemicals added to our RSL:

CAS: 75980-60-8

CAS: 80-07-09

CAS: 732-26-3

CAS: 3147-75-9

CAS: 119344-86-4

CAS: 3896-11-5

CAS: 84-74-2

Oligomerisation and alkylation reaction products of 2-phenylpropene and phenol

OEKO-TEX

OEKO-TEX® is an independent third-party certification process that ensures control of harmful substances. Nearly all of fabric and accessories that Tranemo uses are tested and certified according to product class 2 of OEKO-TEX® Standard 100. By certifying to the standard we mitigate the risk of unintentional use of harmful substances and increase the product safety for the end user.

All components in our garments, including fabric, lining, buttons and sewing threads, are tested for listed harmful chemicals according to required documents. The list contains limit levels for over 300 substances, which is based on substances prohibited and restricted in EU (REACH) and national laws together with substances scientifically proven to be harmful to health.

Tranemo has two OEKO-TEX® certificates:

n 2176-340: OEKO-TEX Standard 100

n 2476-423: OEKO-TEX Standard 100 PPE

Since January 1st 2024, garments containing PFAS will be covered by the OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 PPE certificate, because of the new limit value for PFAS (100 mg/kg) in the OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certification. The new restriction of PFAS enables OEKO-TEX® certification to remain complaining with the US regulations.

CROSS-IMPREGNATION

PFAS is now one of the biggest topics in the workwear industry since it is a problematic and persistent chemical that has been used for many years in the industry. Tranemo are working hard to phase out PFAS from garments where it is not needed, but since we know there is a large quantity of garments in stock, and garments actively being used containing PFAS, we know that the transition time will be long until all garments are replaced.

What can we do to help our customers handling the mixed garments?

To meet the requirements for EN 13034 and maintain the chemical protection, the garments need to be re-impregnated. To re-impregnate a garment it should be washed at industrial laundries which have the ability to fulfil the process correctly in a closed system.

Our decision to phase out PFAS was facilitated by ensuring that cross-impregnation is achievable both ways. Cross-impregnation means that a fabric with a PFAS finish (C6) can be re-impregnated with a PFAS-free finish (C0), and the other way around.

After a lot of tests our conclusion was that the fabric does not lose its function and still pass the standard for EN 13034 Type PB[6] despite the cross-impregnation. This result made our decision to phase out PFAS where it is not necessary easy.

Cross-impregnation and laundries

As cross-impregnations is possible, laundries do not need to separate PFAS-free garments from the ones that contain PFAS. In addition this also means that the laundries have the possibility to choose whether they want to use a PFAS or a PFAS-free impregnation on garments certified for acid and alkaline according to EN 13034 Type PB [6]. This is something Tranemo see as a big step in our continued work towards a PFAS-free future.

Finish with or without PFAS

The result also means that our customers have a choice if they want to become PFAS-free before all the stock garments become fully PFAS-free.

If your company’s risk analysis indicates a need for protection only against acid or alkaline, you can choose a fabric with a PFAS-free finish. A PFASfree finish does not contain the fluorocarbon bond that does not breakdown in nature, which makes the PFAS-free products a more environmentally friendly choice.

If your company requires protection against O-xylene or butanol, you need a garment with a fabric with a PFAS finish. As a customer, you can always ask for a PFAS-free re-impregnation on your garment or ask for a garment without any finishjust make sure you know what type of protection you require.

Test your workwear

To ensure the function of the garment is still intact, Tranemo recommends undertaking random samplings on your garments. This test is performed easily through a droplet test.

Place a droplet of vinegar on the garment you want to test, if the droplet soaks into the garment, the repellent function is not working. If the droplet does not soak in, the function is working, and your protection is good.

PFAS

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a diverse group of human-made chemicals used in a wide range of consumer and industrial products. PFAS are resistant to grease, oil, water and heat. Some PFAS have been more widely used and studied than others.

In 2021 Tranemo launched the first flame retardant collection Cantex WS with a PFAS-free treatment. Since then, we have decided that all our garments, despite one range – APEX shall stop being produced with PFAS from end of 2024.

WE HAVE NOW PRODUCED THE LAST TERA TX FABRIC CONTAINING PFAS

As Tera TX is our most popular and extensive range of Flame Retardant workwear this marks a significant milestone in our No-to-PFAS journey.

If you are unsure about how to take care of your garments or not sure what type of protection you need, please contact Tranemo.

MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGIES

We consider environmental and climate impact at every stage in the product life cycle, right from the product development stage.

Our aim is to minimise environmental and climate impact throughout the life of the product until a garment is worn out and ready for recycling. Therefore, we focus on integration of more sustainable materials and technologies to reduce the climate impact.

CLIMATE SAVING SOLUTION DYEING

One of our main goal is to use better production technologies in order to reduce negative impact on environment.

We strive to apply solution dyeing for the products that are suitable for this dyeing technique. Traditional dyeing requires a two-step process. In the first step, fibres are produced without colouring. In the second step, colour is applied to the fibre.

With solution dyeing, one step is eliminated. It is based on a process of adding pigments to the spinning solution. The solution dyeing technology significantly reduces water use in the dyeing

APEX COLLECTION - BASED ON SOLUTION DYEING

APEX was developed for work situations where it has been difficult to cope with chemical splashes without wearing a chemical suit. The material is a 300 g/m² solution dyed Aramide with a high degradation temperature.

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RESOURCE USE AND CIRCULAR ECONOMY

Our aim is to minimise environmental and climate impact throughout the life of the product until a garment is worn out.

“We have always aimed to make protective clothing that has a longer lifetime and this attitude is deeply embedded in our DNA.”

Max Larsson, CEO

PRODUCTS THAT LAST ARE VITAL FOR THE CLIMATE

At Tranemo, we take environmental and climate impact into account at every stage of the product life cycle, right from the product development phase.

Research1 from Research Institutes of Sweden (RISE) shows that the most effective way to reduce the environmental impact of clothing is to increase the useful life of garments. If we prolong the active lifetime of a garment by a factor of two, its carbon footprint is reduced by 49%. This also means less waste and less demand on resources.

Creating protective clothing, whilst also improving sustainability, is a demanding process. Tranemo’s goal is to ensure that users get the most environmentally friendly products that also provide the right level of protection.

By identifying the customer’s needs right from the start, Tranemo begins with a risk assessment to analyse the environment that protective clothing will be used in, the hazards it may be exposed to and other important variables. This risk assessment provides the foundation that Tranemo then uses to make well-judged decisions on protection level and sustainability factors.

Tranemo makes garments that are designed to have the longest possible life, through smart design, material selection and optimisation for industrial washing.

But it is also important to know how to care for a garment and make sure that it is handled correctly. Tranemo has one of the most experienced and competent teams in the industry who are always ready to help customers make the most of every unique detail. This alone can make a significant contribution to sustainability.

Another important sustainability factor is that protective clothing from Tranemo is easy to repair. If needed, Tranemo can provide a suitable repair kit and instructions to enable a protective garment to be repaired correctly. This means that the customer gets a garment that lasts longer, has lower total cost of ownership and has minimal impact on the environment.

As well as taking proactive steps to maximise the life of its products, Tranemo strives to prevent and reduce environmental impact through other climate measures set out in its environmental strategy. Our environmental efforts include various projects that aim to reduce energy use and environmental impact during transport and to improve production processes so that we use less chemicals and natural resources.

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QUALITY MANAGMENT SYSTEM

We work with several ISO standards and continuously strive to find new and better ways to work more sustainably. This is a part of our values, our vision and our internal processes.

Tranemo quality management system has for several years been certified in accordance with the standards ISO 14001 and ISO 9001. This involves systematic environmental work with an aim to improve and further develop important processes in our quality management system. The certifications are proof of our efforts and commitment to continuously improve our operations for more sustainable development.

Before a product is approved for the market, it passes through the following steps:

n Materials designated for the product are specified and must be approved.

n Fabrics and reflective details are tested in our laboratory. Various properties are tested, depending on how the fabric will be used and what purpose it will serve. Key properties can include shrinkage, strength, colour-fastness, pilling and combustibility.

n Products and fabrics are certified by external laboratories after extensive testing.

n Quality control process - inspection of finished garments. This includes, pre-production samples, garments before shipping, garments before delivered in on stock.

At Tranemo Textil AB, achieving the highest quality is the responsibility of every employee, and it forms a natural part of our daily work. This means that the philosophy and culture of “correct from me” is integral to our culture, ensuring that each individual takes ownership of quality within their business role.

Industrial laundering

Industrial laundering of FR garments is often recommended to ensure that they are clean and safe to wear. To achieve the best results, we always recommend that the customer make wash tests on one specific garment in line with our washing instructions.

Tranemo performs fabric tests after several industrial laundry washes according to EN ISO 15797 including: EN ISO 11612 A1 Surface Ignition, EN ISO 20471 High Visibility and EN 1149-3 Anti-Static.

In-house test laboratory

Our in-house test laboratory plays a key role in product development, where we rigorously test various materials and essential properties to ensure we continue producing the highest quality products.

For extensive testing we also use certified external laboratories.

“Quality testing is an important cornerstone of our sustainability process, as it ensures the products are of the highest quality, as well as being safe and durable.”

Anna Claesson, Fabric Quality Manager at Tranemo, ensures that all our fabrics incorporate the latest innovations while prioritizing safety and environmental sustainability.

She often accompanies our sales team for customer-specific fabric testing in real-life settings. This approach offers numerous advantages, ensuring that our solutions are not only theoretically good but also practically effective. By doing this we ensure the safety of our customers and delivering the best protection.

CUSTOMER-SPECIFIC TESTING

The main advantage of customer-specific testing is that it delivers tailored solutions precisely suited to each unique environments. In some cases, the results from these tests can even lead to the development of new product ranges, such as when Cantex WS was created to enhance protection in the metallurgy industry.

Another significant advantage is that customers gain a clear understanding of how their clothing protects against their specific risks. It becomes evident how different options perform in comparison. This helps the customer to understand the differences between garments and fabrics - even if their certified standards looks similar on the certificate.

Advantages for Tranemo

For Tranemo, customer-specific testing provides us with deeper insights of how to protect workers in the industry sectors we serve. By testing our products in real industrial environments, for chemicals or molten metal, we receive valuable feedback that we can use to further improve our workwear. Our goal is to continually enhance protection to reduce the risk of injuries in the workplace. We incorporate these insights into our internal training programs through the Tranemo Safety Academy, in which the entire Tranemo Group, including subsidiaries, participates.

WHY WE DO IT

Our goal is to ensure that no one is injured in accidents that could have been prevented with the right protective clothing. To achieve this, specific testing is essential since all industries have their own unique conditions. Cooperation with laundries and logistics regarding re-impregnation is also crucial, especially to meet EN 13034 chemical protection standards. Tests are conducted not only at the customers’ sites but also at laundries to ensure that protection remains intact after washing and handling. This is an important complement to the standards that the garments are certified against.

Nitric acid

Through fabric testing in collaboration with one of our larger customers, we had come to the conclusion that our Tera TX fabric offers the best protection against nitric acid. Still our customer had problems with acid leaking inside the garment. We discovered that the seams on reflective bands allowed the acid to penetrate to the backside of the garment. By switching to a thread that did not transport the acid, we were able to increase protection time from 8 seconds to over 3 minutes, giving workers enough time to reach a safety shower and remove contaminated clothing. This significant improvement dramatically enhanced worker safety.

Chromic acid

One customer required protection against splashes of chromic acid. Multiple fabrics were tested, and Tera TX emerged as the best option. The tests were conducted on fabrics with both PFAS and PFAS-free finishes to ensure that the level of protection remains consistent, even when transitioning away from PFAS.

Radiant heat

Another customer needed higher protection against radiant heat. Tests led to the decision to use two layers of fabric from the knee down. This work is a still ongoing wear test, and we look forward to the final results.

TRANEMO TIPS:

n Perform a thorough risk analysis.

n Keep in mind that a “one single solution” (multinorm) often is impossible to make. Carefully consider which risks are necessary to include in your risk assessment. For example, if both high visibility (EN ISO 20471) and chemical protection (EN 13034) are required, the reflectors on the hi-vis garments may reduce the protection against chemicals. It is challenging to design garments that combines all the requirements of EN 13034, EN ISO 20471, EN ISO 11611, and EN ISO 11612.

n Contact Tranemo for advice on your risk analysis or if further testing is needed.

n We can either send fabric samples or conduct the tests on-site with you.

ECODESIGN

Anna Schilberg, a Garment Technician at Tranemo, works alongside three other technicians to create all the patterns for our products.

The Product Development team works continuously to improve our existing ranges, focusing on incremental enhancements to what we already have, adjusting them to meet the evolving demands of the market. We do this rather than replacing entire ranges, minimizing the risk of ending up with unsellable products in stock.

This way of thinking is part of our work with Ecodesign, a concept that might be new to some, but has been a fundamental part of our work for a long time.

The Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), which entered into force on 18 July 2024, is the cornerstone of the EUs Commission’s approach to more environmentally sustainable and circular products. The regulation aims to improve durability, re-usability, make products more energy efficient, increase recycled content, increase transparency and set rules on carbon footprints.

Many of the points raised by the EU regulation have been practices at Tranemo for a long time. Designing durable workwear that lasts, is what we do. Once the delegated acts connected to ESPR are published, Tranemo will work to align our processes with this new regulatory framework.

HIGH-QUALITY WORKWEAR DESIGNED FOR LONGEVITY

Since 1934, we have created all our patterns in-house at our head office in Tranemo Sweden, in order to maintain complete insight and control over the design and product development phase. All Tranemo products are developed and constructed in Sweden, and our team design garments with an eye for durability and the aim for longevity.

There is also has an in-house Sewing Department in Tranemo, and our Sewing Technicians work closely together with our Garment Technicians, enabling Tranemo great control over pattern related details and flexibility in design. All samples are sewn by our sewing department, and the close relationship minimizes the need for external sample creation, thereby saving resources as well as transportation. The close collaboration between our Garment Technicians and Sewing Technicians also enables us to create numerous customer unique adaptations. By producing these tailored products on site, Tranemo minimizes the need for transport and overproduction.

Maximizing efficiency and minimizing waste

When planning for production and fabric cutting, Tranemo strives to have as high fabric utilization as possible. When producing garments, we have an average of 88% usage. The cutting waste created in production in our facility in Bulgaria is collected and send back to our weaver for recycling.

Sustainable and comfortable Ecodesign

While designing Tranemo garments we need to consider the production process while maintaining a keen eye for details. Tranemo garments are designed to provide protection and comfort while working. One example of providing comfort and protection in the design, is our jackets with ergonomic sleeves. Electricians often works with arms raised overhead, which can cause a standard jacket to lift up from the waist leaving a gap between the jacket and trousers. Our design addresses this issue, allowing the wearers to lift their arms all the way up, while the jacket stays securely in place to provide protection at the waist and arms.

We identified that one issue leading to claims is that jackets front zipper stops working. The zipper on a non-lined jacket is easy to replace, but when you need to repair taped garments, the waterproofing might be affected. To resolve this problem and extend the longevity of our taped garments, we have designed them so that the zipper can be replaced without affecting their waterproofing. This approach is a key aspect of our Ecodesign efforts.

Additionally, we constantly develop our women’s range and aim for equality. Tranemo offers bespoke sizes for both men and women in case our already extensive size range is not enough. Tranemo tries to be responsive to customer needs. We love to get feedback on our products, both positive as well as the constructive with improvement opportunities.

If you want to reach out to us and let us know what you think of our products, email info@tranemo.com or use our social media channels.

CARE & REPAIR

We design garments that are easy to repair, extending their lifespan and reducing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), while also minimizing their environmental footprint.

Since 1934, we have created our protective clothing to be as durable as possible. But over time, garments can be affected by high levels of work intensity - for instance a zipper can break or a button may come loose.

In 2022 we released our “Repair Kit”, which is a bag that contains the most common (FR) trims + fabrics. Each sales person have a Repair Kit and are now able to repair small problems like press buttons on the spot, and can hand out repair parts directly to customers. We also offer our customers support and knowledge of how to fix Tranemo garments.

Use the QR-code to view video instructions on how to use our Repair Kit.

ON DEMAND

Our On Demand services help customers to create garments with special features. By giving this possibility, we ensure that the product has all the desired functionality a customer requires, together with a longer garment life span.

In 2023/24 we received only

0,08 % customer claims

In 2023/24 we successfully repaired

21 % customer claims

50% RECYCLED COTTON

Our inherent Flame Retardant T-shirts and sweatshirts are made of fabrics where 50% of the cotton is recycled.

RECYCLING

With an attempt to reduce the negative contribution towards the environment, we are investigating ways to reuse the waste materials from our garment production and using recycled fibres in our garments.

PRE-CONSUMER WASTE

By recycling the pre-consumer waste, including excess and waste that occurs during production, we can also create new possibilities for prolonging life-cycle of textiles.

Together with our main fabric supplier, we have started a project with an effort to recycle the fabric production waste. The aim is to reduce the amount of virgin material used, but also the amount of the total waste generated from production. According to calculations, recycling of the weaving waste can save up to 29,400 kg of our production waste each year.

The recycling of pre-consumer waste is an advanced procedure that starts with the recycling fabric waste already created in the weaving stage. In this process, we collect the waste produced in our garment production and send the waste material to our supplier for recycling. The next step in the project is to develop fabrics that contain the optimal amount of recycled content without affecting the performance of the end product.

In 2023-24, we saved 8367 kg of pre-consumer waste from different suppliers - nearly double the amount compared to the previous year.

RECYCLED FIBRES

There are many factors to take into account when you assess the overall environmental impact of a garment. We see a good potential in using recycled fibres in our garments, as long as it doesn’t affect long-term product durability.

The latest research report1 from Research Institutes of Sweden (RISE) shows that the most effective way to reduce the environmental impact of clothing is to increase the useful life of garments. At Tranemo we are always aiming to produce protective clothing that has the longest possible life, through smart design, material selection and making garments that are optimised for industrial washing. We also focus on a variety of environmental measures to reduce climate impact. These measures include using recycled fibres in our garments.

Recycled cotton

Recycling cotton fibre has significant benefits in tackling issues that are specific to cotton cultivation - such as the release of toxins into soil and water which lead to over-fertilisation and subsequent toxic effects on the environment. By using recycled cotton in our garments, we reduce the amount of new cotton that has to be grown. And by using cotton that is already in circulation, we reduce the strain on nature’s resources. A certain amount of new cotton is often required to maintain the fabric’s strength and durability.Tranemo therefore uses a mix of virgin and recycled cotton fibres.

Recycled polyester

In 2021 we introduced recycled polyester in quilted fabrics for our non-Flame Retardant winter garments. The quilt contains about 45% recycled fibres, depending on the construction of the fabric. The recycled polyester is made from post-consumer PET, and is certified as recycled.

RECYCLED GARMENTS

Tranemo has the long-term goal to become circular, even though this is not currently possible. In a circular business model, the aim is to minimize waste by designing products and processes in a way that enables: Reduce (prevent) - Reuse – Repair – Recycle. Achieving this goal would mean creating a product that can be fully recycled at the end of its life, thereby eliminating waste.

This presents technical challenges, we are dedicated to innovating and finding solutions what will allow us to bring this vision to reality.

RECYCLED FIBRES IN PPE

In 2022-2023, Tranemo took further steps towards a circular economy approach by minimizing waste and reducing the production of new materials. As a result, we could continue returning production waste to our weaver. Our supplier uses recycled pre-consumer materials to create new high-quality fabrics. Our fabric 931 has been updated to 932 and now includes 20% pre-consumer Tera TX material. Additionally, it is PFAS-free.

Since 1934, Tranemo has always been committed to sustainability and producing long-lasting clothing. We aim to reduce the environmental impact of our products, without compromising the lifespan of the product. Recycled materials are generally weaker than virgin fibres of the same sort, so Tranemo is cautious when incorporating recycled fibres into our collections.

“The whole textile industry must move towards quality over quantity to reduce wear and tear, take care and use already existing material and minimize emissions. Where we can use recycled material without compromising safety and shortening the product life, we will,” says Max Larsson, CEO of Tranemo

To maintain the fabric’s strength and durability the recycled fibers are located on the backside of the fabric towards the laminate. Here Tranemo together with our weaver has combined advanced material technology that is free from PFAS with properties that have become synonymous with the brand, such as outstanding safety features and long service life.

“We are happy to increase the amount of recycled fabric in our collections, and the update of this fabric is a step forward towards a circular economy. The fact that it’s from our own production waste makes me proud,” says Max Larsson.

We look forward to continuing to work towards a truly circular economy where we close the loop, re-integrating our waste into new materials within our company, says Nieke Sarink, Sustainability Manager at Tranemo.

Read more about our work with Pre-consumer waste

PERFORMANCE SUSTAINABLE GROWTH

For Tranemo, sustainable growth aims to strike a balance between economic prosperity and environmental preservation.

n TRANSPARENCY AND TRACEABILITY

We considers the impact on future generations by avoiding excessive resource consumption and involves expanding operations while minimizing negative environmental and social impacts. Our approach fosters resilience and ensures profitability, allowing us to grow responsibly and sustainably.

THE FOLLOWING KEY INITIATIVE IS PRIORITIZED

Transparency & Traceability which includes information about corporate culture, management of relationships with suppliers, anti-corruption, protection of whistle-blowers, animal welfare and production sites is important parts that needs to be prioritized. SDG 8 is an important part of the Sustainable growth for Tranemo and make us continuously keep up the work for a great performance.

DECENT WORK AND ECONOMIC GROWTH

Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all.

Economic growth should be a positive force for the whole planet. This is why we must make sure that financial progress creates decent and fulfilling jobs while not harming the environment. We must protect labour rights and once and for all put a stop to modern slavery and child labour. If we promote job creation with expanded access to banking and financial services, we can make sure that everybody gets the benefits of entrepreneurship and innovation.

TRANSPARENCY AND TRACEABILITY

Improving transparency and traceability in the textile industry is crucial for creating a sustainable value chain.

Importance of Transparency

Transparency helps ensure that labour practices at every stage of the supply chain adhere to ethical standards. This ensure that all workers are of legal working age and employed voluntarily, guaranteeing that workers are paid fairly and on time and making sure that working environments are safe and meet health standards.

Importance of Traceability

Traceability allows companies to track the environmental impact of their products. This includes monitoring the use of resources like water and energy and tracking the release of pollutants and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, while ensuring that the origins of raw materials and manufacturing processes follow sustainable practices from sourcing to production.

OUR COMMITMENT TO TRANSPARENCY AND TRACEABILITY

At Tranemo, we already have full control over our fabrics and where they are produced. We achieve this by nominated materials, i.e. we only work with materials that are appointed and approved by us, ensuring quality, sustainability, and controlled production. We never send materials to production before they are approved by our in-house lab in Tranemo, maintaining high standards and accountability.

By prioritizing transparency and traceability, we can build a more sustainable and ethically responsible textile industry, ensuring the well-being of workers and the environment alike.

With the new demand of Digital Product Passport (DPP), we face new challenges and requirements for traceability. To address these, Tranemo has recently started implementing a system capable of managing the collection of essential data. This system should enable us to trace the history of our products accurately. Our goal is to begin measuring across various scopes, ensuring comprehensive traceability and transparency throughout our supply chain.

RELATION WITH SUPPLIERS

Tranemo believes that positive supplier relationships contribute to smoother operations, better deals, and collaborative success. For this reason, we choose to work with a select group of designated suppliers, enabling us to establish strong, lasting relationships.

It is important for us to ensure that working conditions are good, while also allowing us the opportunity to work closely with our suppliers to develop Tranemo-specific fabrics. Of course, 100% of our suppliers comply with REACH regulations.

ANTI-CORRUPTION COMMITMENT AT TRANEMO

At Tranemo, we are committed upholding the highest standards of integrity and ethical conduct in all our business practices. Our anti-corruption policy is a fundamental part of this commitment, ensuring that we operate transparently and responsibly. We have a zero-tolerance policy towards, corruption, and any form of unethical behaviour. This applies to all employees, suppliers, and partners involved in our operations. Our anti-corruption policy outlines clear guidelines and procedures for identifying, reporting, and addressing any instances of corruption.

We provide regular training for all employees to ensure they understand the importance of ethical conduct and are equipped to recognize and prevent corruption and have established a secure and confidential whistle-blower system that allows employees and stakeholders to report any suspected cases of corruption without fear of retaliation. All reports are taken seriously and investigated promptly.

By implementing these robust anti-corruption measures, Tranemo aims to foster a culture of integrity and accountability, ensuring that all our business activities are conducted ethically and transparently.

RESPONSIBLE PRODUCTION

As we integrate sustainable development into our business activities, our supply chain plays a significant role. By developing our own facilities and continuously improving our co-operation with our selected suppliers, we can provide quality products while increasing our productivity.

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

Tranemo plays an active part in improving the working situations of people who work across the supply chain. Our supplier agreements cover a wide scope and set requirements in areas such as the environment, ethics and working conditions.

We own two production facilities in Bulgaria which enables us to produce large volumes of garments to keep up with the ever increasing demand.

Besides our own production, our way of working today includes relationships with a few selected qualified partners located in Europe and Asia. The majority of our garments are produced in Europe.

Garments Supplier

33% Fabrics

27% Trims

22% Tranemo garments suppliers

12% Garments from other brands

6% Other

We set clear and specific requirements and targets for our suppliers in the following areas:

n Working environment and safety

n Working conditions and opportunities for financial growth

n Providing the right conditions for paying fair wages

n Equality and respect

n Environmental awareness

LOGISTICS AND DISTRIBUTION

To successfully contribute to reducing our total carbon footprint, we take measures to streamline our logistics and distribution flows.

This requires close co-operation through the entire supply value chain - from purchasing to delivery. We apply forecast driven planning through the sales and procurement phase before proceeding to logistics. This helps us to avoid surplus stock and thus contribute to more sustainable distribution.

Product transportation

Transportation of our products includes all transport between suppliers in our supply chain, incoming transport from main suppliers to our warehouse and outgoing transports from our warehouse to customers. Our aim is to reduce the greenhouse gas emissions from transport activities contributing to climate change. By selecting the right mode of transport, we can achieve lower emissions. Therefore, we prioritise sea transport as it is considerably more climate and environment friendly than road transport. Through careful logistics planning and use of co-freight possibilities, we can minimise the environmental impact of transportation of our products.

Effective warehouse system

From the start of 2023, Tranemo has been utilizing AutoStore, a robotic storage and order processing solution. This has allowed us to expand our storage capabilities and improve our picking and delivery efficiency by 30-50%. By adopting sustainable warehouse logistic strategies, we try to achieve a significant reduction of time and costs required to perform logistics activities and to increase the environmental performance of our logistics systems.

AUTOSTORE - DORIS

29.000

Up-time 2023

99,9 % Stock locations

Annual bin presentations

200.000

Since early 2023, Tranemo has been using AutoStore, which we refer to as Doris, to streamline our warehouse and order management processes. Doris stands for “Deliver Orders, Rapidly, Instantly, and Securely” and has provided us with numerous benefits – both for our customers and for our working environment.

One of Doris’ greatest advantages is how it boosts delivery efficiency. Thanks to the system’s automated processes, we have significantly reduced picking errors and incorrect deliveries, while also responding faster to volume fluctuations. This has resulted in considerably shorter delivery times, which is crucial for our large international clients who demand high delivery accuracy and speed.

Improved working environment

Doris has also greatly improved our working environment. By freeing up around 1,000 square metres of space, we have been able to create a more spacious layout for our processing areas. This has led to better ergonomics, with picking now always done at waist height, instead of from floor level or above shoulder height, as was often the case before. Additionally, we have reduced the physical strain that came from walking long distances on hard industrial floors.

Today, our staff work in a stationary position at ports, combining picking and packing tasks, ensuring they are not standing still for long periods. We have also significantly decreased forklift traffic in the warehouse, which has, in turn, reduced the risk of traffic-related accidents.

Faster deliveries

For our customers, Doris means faster deliveries and increased accuracy, as we are now far better equipped to handle volume surges than before. Doris enables us to scale up operations without downtime, which is crucial for meeting our customers’ demands.

Positive environmental impact

Doris has also made a positive environmental impact. By choosing AutoStore instead of expanding the warehouse by 4,000 to 5,000 square metres, we have avoided a substantial environmental burden. This decision has not only resulted in energy savings, as we no longer need to maintain or heat a larger building, but has also proven to be a sustainable long-term solution for our business.

“With AutoStore, we have been able to streamline processes, reduce our environmental impact, and improve both the working environment and customer experience.”

Jonas Sjöö, Operations Director

REDUCING THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF PACKAGING

Today plastic recycling in Europe has some limitations and most of the collected plastic goes to incineration with energy recovery.

To increase recycling opportunities, plastic must be able to be sorted with help of the near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy. Black, dark coloured or laminated plastics and stickers are not detectable by the NIR sensors and thus almost impossible to recycle. However, there is a great potential to recycle LDPE (low-density polyethylene) plastic as most recycling programmes accept it.

In our environmental strategy we have identified plastic recycling and reuse as one of our goals. With a focus on plastic packaging we try to find new sustainable opportunities for its usage and to rethink the role of plastics in our operations.

PLASTIC REUSE

There are two major streams of plastic packaging used within Tranemo - plastic bags for garments and plastic packaging for transport materials. Plastic wrapping used in transport has been considered necessary from a safety point of view. Our ambition is to use different types of plastic, that are suitable for further recycling.

Due to the good recycling possibilities, we use LDPE (low density polyethylene) plastic in our own operations in Sweden. We also see it as our duty to carefully inform our suppliers about our requirements for plastic packaging. We have different suppliers using plastic bags in the garment packaging. The majority of them use LDPE plastic, preferably without adhesive stripes, prints or other details in accordance with our specifications.

By investigating our plastic use in CMT (Cut, Make & Trim) operations, we detected that we can save about 221.5 kg CO2 per year by switching to a thinner plastic and the transition process has been started; furthermore, plastic waste created during garment assembly processes can be avoided. As a necessary measure we implemented a process for the reuse of plastic by collecting plastic bags and reusing them at CMT production. According to our calculations, this can lead to a CO2 saving of 420 kg per year.

USE OF RECYCLED LDPE PLASTIC

In 2021 we started to use plastic bags with 50% recycled content for garments produced in our own production facility and CMT production. These bags will suggestively replace the 100% virgin LDPE garment bags. Virgin LDPE is made from oil which is not a renewable source. By switching to partly recycled packaging we can reduce the need to use virgin materials.

NORWEGIAN TRANSPARENC Y ACT INDEX

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Actual adverse impacts identified through our due diligence

Implemented and planned measures to cease actual adverse impacts or mitigate significant risks of adverse impacts, and the results or expected results thereof.

GRI CONTENT INDEX

Statement of use: Tranemo Textil AB has reported the information cited in this GRI content index for the period 2023-07-01 to 2024-06-30 with reference to GRI Standards

GRI 1 used GRI 1: Foundation 2021

GRI 2: General Disclosures 2021 GRI Disclosures

1. The organization and its reporting practices

2-1

Organizational details

Tranemo Workwear AB is the parent company of Tranemo Textil AB

Tranemo Textil AB is a private limited liability company and head office located in Tranemo, Sweden.

Countries of operations include Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, UK, Ireland, The Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, Portugal, and Bulgaria.

2-2 Entities included in the organisation’s sustainability reporting

2-3 Reporting period, frequency and contact point

2-4 Restatements of information

2-5 External assurance

This sustainability report covers Tranemo Workwear AB and countries where we have operations. Consolidated information is gathered directly from subsidiaries.

The sustainability reporting is done fiscally, same as the financial report, and this publication covers 2023-07-01 to 2024-06-30.

Publication date: 2024-11-25

Point of contact for questions is: Nieke Sarink, Sustainability Manager, nieke.sarink@tranemo.com

Any restated information is reported alongside the corresponding indicators and no other data has been changed from previous reports.

The emissions from energy were found to be wrong. Emissions were in previous years reported according to Nordic Mix, but updated information from our energy supplier has shown a significant reduction in emissions.

The sustainability report is externaly audited togehter with our financial reporting. The senior executives and the board are involved in the process finalizing the report.

2-6 Activities, value chain and other business relationships

2-7 Employees

Tranemo’s head office is in Tranemo, Sweden with development of workwear, marketing, purchasing, manufacturing, warehousing, and sales operations (sector Textile & apparel). The company has sales organizations in Denmark, Finland, UK, Ireland, The Netherlands, Switzerland, and Portugal. Additionally, Tranemo has an associated company in Norway and serves customers in other countries across Europe and around the world through its business-to-business and e-commerce sales channels. All garments are designed and developed in Tranemo, Sweden, and manufactured by own production facility in Bulgaria and carefully selected suppliers, primarily in Europe. The company’s supply chain is built on long- term partnerships that adapt to the company’s requirements and demands, and environmental strategy, which sometimes result in the addition or closure of supplier relationships. This year, Tranemo had not added or closed any supplier relations.

Total number of employees: 330 The number of employees per location are shown in the table below. Compared to last year, there is an increase in empolyees in Bulgaria.

Tranemo strives to compliment the information with information on premanent, temporary and nonquaranteed employees in the next report.

Number of Employees by Country 2023-07-01 to 2024-06-30 (head count)

2-8 Workers who are not employees

There are in total 0 workers who are not employees, and whose work is controlled by organization. The data was completed by head count and by end of reporting period. This is a decrease compared to last year. Tranemo has decided to hire additional personal and minimize the use of consultats. Partially omitted — data on contractors not reported.

3. Governance

2-9 Governance structure and composition

2-10 Nomination and selection of the highest governance body

Tranemo is governed by a board to which the daily leadership including CEO reports to. CEO is continuously updated on sustainability. The board governs Tranemo Textil AB and consists of Max Larsson, Håkan Larsson, Bengt Ahlgren, Sofie Hörstedt, and Catrine Lohne. The board does not represent any under-represented social groups. The board members of Tranemo Textil AB are also the board members of Tranemo Workwear AB. Sofie Hörstedt (CFO) and Max Larsson (CEO) are executive members. The chairman of the board is Håkan Larsson. The board has experience with sustainability from other board assignments. Max Larsson is in the board of TEKO, the Swedish trade and employers’ association for companies working in the textile and fashion industry.

The election of the board is usually carried out by the owners during the annual general meeting. The focus is having a committed board with relevant competence.

2-11 Chair of the highest governance body Håkan Larsson is chairman of the board. Max Larsson is CEO.

2-12 Role of the highest governance body in overseeing the management of impacts

2-13 Delegation of responsibility for managing impacts

2-14 Role of the highest governance body in sustainability reporting

2-15 Conflicts of interest

2-16 Communication of critical concerns

2-17 Collective knowledge of the highest governance body

2-18 Evaluation of the performance of the highest governance body

2-19 Remuneration policies

The board is overseeing the due diligence and other material topics. The Tranemo board of Directors trusts Tranemo to have the competence to decide the important economic, environmental and social sustainability issues. The board is responsible for driving sustainable development, approving strategies, policies, and goals, as well as overseeing and yearly reviewing the management system. Dialog is continuous in the daily work via the Tranemo management team.

Executives and employees with responsibility for the management of impacts are Sustainability Manager, Operation Director, Sourcing & Procurement Manager, CEO and CFO. Reporting to the highest governance body in the topics of environment and people is done a minimum of twice per year. The economy is reported on a continuous basis.

The board members and the management team have been included in setting material topics. The board is responsible for the publication of the Sustainability Report.

No conflicts of interest have been detected during the year. Any potential conflicts of interest would be disclosed to stakeholders upon request.

Critical concerns are continuously communicated to the board by the CEO. There were no critical concerns raised during the year.

The board is continuously updated by internal experts (CEO, Sustainability Manager) but also through board members committed to sustainability.

The owners regularly evaluate the board and ensure that it consists of the right people with the right competence.

The fixed salary consists of a fixed cash salary. The fixed salary reflects the position’s requirements with respect to qualifications, responsibilities, complexity, and the way it serves to reach the business objectives. The fixed salary also reflects the performance of the executive and can thus be both individual and differentiated.

2-20 Process to determine remuneration

2-21 Annual total compenstion ratio

Today, any compensation and formalities, are handled by the Management and CEO. Regarding the impact of other stakeholders, the views of Tranemo Textil AB employees are taken into consideration in the remuneration process. This process is done without external remuneration consultants.

Annual total compensation ratio = 5,51 The change in annual compensation ratio = 2,89

4. Strategy, policies and practices

2-22 Statement on sustainable development Max Larsson, CEO Tranemo Textil AB 7, 21

2-23 Policy commitments

2-24 Embedding policy commitments

The precautionary principle is included in Tranemo Textils AB risk assessment on product level, on country and supplier level.

Audits are conducted on a regular basis on risk countries according to Amfori Country Risk Classification on high-risk countries.

All suppliers sign our Tranemo general agreement including the Code of conduct policy prior to any business being started, the suppliers are also monitored and audited against the Code of conduct.

https://www.tranemoworkwear.com/media/wysiwyg/b2c-images/sustainibility/ Tranemo_Textil_Code_of_Conduct_Version_5-0.pdf 14, 21, 23, 43

The Sourcing and Procurement Manager and Sustainability Manager are responsible for the production sites, however final responsibility lies on the board/CEO. Within all onboarding processes for new employees, policy training is included. These are mandatory and are followed up by HR. Thereafter, each manager is responsible for continuous policy training within their team.

All employees are informed twice a year and trained in the company’s policies.

2-25 Processes to remediate negative impact

2-27 Compliance with laws and regulations

The whistleblowing portal is accessible via our website. The purpose of this portal is to encourage all employees to raise concerns about matters occurring within, or related to Tranemo Textil AB, rather than overlooking a problem or seeking alternative contact routes.

During the reporting period, there were no instances of compliance with laws and regulations. It is considered significant if there were any non-compliances that violated laws and regulations. Any cases of non-compliance are reported to various positions at the head office, depending on the area. These cases are then collected and addressed accordingly.

2-30 Collective bargaining agreements All employees in Sweden are covered by collective bargaining agreements. Other countries follow the provisions of the collective bargaining agreements.

Disclosures on material topics

3-1 Process to

material topics Risk analysis and stakeholder analysis are recurring parts of our quality management system.

205-1 Operations assessed for risks related to corruption

incidents of corruption and actions

Tranemo is a member of Amfori BSCI which helps us with risk assessment. Tranemo evaluates 100% of our tier 1 and 2 suppliers. Tranemo uses a comprehensive Code of conduct, which requires all supplier to adhere to strict anti-corruption and labour compliance standards. A whistleblowing hotline is established to encourage reporting of any unethical practices.

0 confirmed cases of incedects of corruption including employees and business contacts. No legal cases were brought against Tranemo during the reporting period.

Packaging material is excluded in this report. Tranemo strives to be able to report packaging in the next report. Fabric is sourced through external suppliers. Data is from direct

Fabrics with recycled content compared to base year 19/20

(m)

Tranemo strives to breakdown renewable vs non-renewable for transport in the next report.

in Sweden is from district heating. Heating mix is 69% biofuel, 1% Nordic Mix electricity and 30% residual heat from local industry.

305-2 Energy indirect (Scope 2)

305-5 Reduction of GHG emissions

GRI 306 - Waste

306-2 Waste by type and disposal method

Heating Sweden: 566 MWh - 5,1 tCO2 - data from our distric heating suplier electricity - 0,6 tCO2 data from our electicity supplier total: 5,7 tCO2

Base year 19/20. Emissions +135% since base year. Increase in emissions is mostly due to increased sales volume leading to increased transport. 24-25, 88-91, 105

All waste in Sweden is collected and treated/recycled by a licenced waste partner. The waste partner provides data to Tranemo regarding amount and environmental impact

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GRI

- Child Labor 2016

GRI 409 - Forced or Compulsory Labor

409-1 Operations and suppliers at significant risk for incidents of forced or compulsory labor

GRI 416 - Customer Health and Safety

416-1

416-2

Assessment of the health and safety impacts of product and service categories

Operations and suppliers are considered to have significant labor, and measures taken are intended to contribute to the elimination of all forms of forced or compulsory labour.

Incidents of noncompliance concerning the health and safety impacts of products and services

Generally speaking, Tranemo products and services involve low risks for customers in terms of health and safety. Tranemo nevertheless adopts a preventive approach within the scope of its comprehensive quality planning in order to test and ensure the health and safety requirements of all products from development to certification, through manufacture and storage, use and disposal. Eco-design ideas are used in the course of product development in order to optimise the use of suitable and ecological materials. If products or their use result in an increased risk to health or safety. Tranemo provides user information with all our products to inform customers of use and care for the products.

There were no court judgements or warnings against Tranemo in the reporting period involving contraventions of regulations on the health and safety of products and services or product and service information. Furthermore, no sanctions were imposed in connection with Tranemo products and services due to non-compliance with product liability regulations.