The UK Fashion & Textile Association (UKFT) has launched a new Reuse and Recycling membership tailored for professionals involved in textile collection, sorting, grading, mechanical recycling, upcycling, and innovative recycling strategies.
This membership category aims to support businesses in the textile reuse and recycling sector by offering specialized resources, strategic guidance, and advocacy to promote circular fashion initiatives.
UKFT CEO Adam Mansell remarked, “By expanding our membership to include the Reuse and Recycling sector, we are reaffirming our commitment to environmental responsibility and the growth of the entire UK fashion and textile supply chain. This new membership is designed to provide members with the tools, knowledge, and networks essential for success in a rapidly evolving industry.”
Benefits of UKFT Membership:
- Tailored Business Support: Members gain access to personalized advice from UKFT and industry experts on various topics including strategy, sustainability, compliance, skills development, HR, employment, and funding.
- Access to Industry Intelligence: Members receive exclusive reports, market insights, and guides to keep them informed on best practices and emerging trends in textile reuse and recycling.
- Priority Event Access: Members enjoy preferred entry to webinars, conferences, roundtables, and an archive of event recordings.
The membership also enhances visibility and policy influence through advocacy, campaign participation, business promotion, and collaborative innovation efforts. Additionally, members can expand their networking opportunities through UKFT’s industry connections.
- Exclusive Member Events: Members can access discounts and receive invitations to members-only events designed to foster connections across the supply chain.
- Specialist Services Access: Members benefit from partnerships that provide expertise in logistics, legal matters, compliance, testing, and other areas.
- Central London Facilities: Members can take advantage of reduced rates for meeting and boardroom spaces.
Furthermore, businesses can join the Reuse and Recycling Advisory Group to help shape policies and the future of textile reuse and recycling.
“By joining the Reuse and Recycling membership, businesses can remain competitive, connected, and lead in textile sustainability,” Mansell added. “This new initiative serves as a catalyst for positive change, enabling our members to foster innovation and environmental responsibility in the fashion and textile sector.”
The UKFT has partnered with ACT UK and CFIN to enhance circularity within the UK fashion and textile industry and has established stakeholder networks dedicated to material reuse innovation. Recently, the association collaborated with the Textiles Recycling Expo to strengthen cooperation among industry stakeholders, policymakers, and sustainability advocates.
