Outdoor care brand Nikwax has been recognized for its environmental efforts after receiving the highest possible rating in an independent sustainability assessment.
The Sussex-based company has been awarded a Level 4 “Aspirational” rating in its latest BlueSign® Company Assessment – the top level available. The assessment conducted by BlueSign Technologies looked at Nikwax’s manufacturing processes, environmental impact, chemical management and overall approach to responsible production.
Nikwax scored 90% overall, including a 100% score for environmental performance. Auditors found no environmental problems at the company’s Wadhurst production site in East Sussex and concluded that it produces “almost no environmental impact”.
bluesign system It is used widely in the outdoor and textile industries to assess how responsibly products are made, looking at everything from energy use and waste to chemical safety and worker well-being. The highest “Aspirational” rating is reserved for companies that go beyond basic requirements and demonstrate best practices.
For Nikwax, sustainability has been part of its identity since the company was founded in 1977. It introduced water-based waterproofing products and has never knowingly added PFAS to its products – a group of chemicals often referred to as “forever chemicals” due to their persistence in the environment.
The company says its approach is based on helping people get more life from their outdoor kit, reducing the need to prematurely replace clothing and equipment. Its products are designed to restore the performance of waterproof jackets, boots and other gear rather than encourage greater consumption.
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“Achieving the highest BlueSign Aspirational Rating is a significant milestone and reflects the dedication of our entire team,” said Tim Pickering, Product Director, Nikwax.
“For nearly 50 years, Nikwax has challenged the idea that product performance must come at an environmental cost.”
