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THE SMI ESG EXHIBITION

Our first ESG Networking Event was an absolute success!

Roundtables, talks, and chance encounters with sustainable suppliers made it a day full of ideas and collaboration.

Attendees left inspired, with new connections and partnerships already forming - proving just how powerful coming together around sustainability can be.

The ESG Exhibition

sustainable suppliers

ROKWEAR®, an SMI brand, is leading the way in sustainable workwear and helping our customers make smarter, greener choices.

Made from recycled materials and responsibly produced, their uniforms deliver durability, comfort, and style while cutting environmental impact.

At the ESG exhibition, ROKWEAR® showcased its eco-friendly range, giving attendees the chance to see how sustainable workwear looks, feels, and performs in action.

From everyday uniforms to high-performance gear, ROKWEAR® proves that sustainability and quality go hand in hand.

HOW WE MADE THE EVENT SUSTAINABLE

We wanted our ESG exhibition to reflect the same values we promote every day.

That’s why we focused on making the event as sustainable as possible, from the materials we used to the giveaways we shared.

Eco-friendly gifts:

  • Tote bags crafted from recycled fabrics.
  • Seeded pencils made from recycled materials with a plantable capsule.

Awards:

  • Finalists: FSC-certified hardwoods and 100% recycled acrylic.
  • Winners: FSC-certified Sapele wood and Welsh slate trophies.

Event styling:

  • Banners made from recycled materials.
  • Real and recycled-plastic plants and foliage.
  • Wash-care kits to reduce microplastic pollution.
  • Printed materials on recycled or seeded paper.
  • Displays built from responsibly sourced eucalyptus wood.

Impact:

  • 70% sourced locally within the UK.
  • 96% of resources were eco-friendly.

All assets created for the event were designed to be reused, ensuring sustainability goes beyond the exhibition itself.

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR WINNERS

Recognition for Sustainability Award: Doc Cleaning

We’re proud to recognise Doc Cleaning for their commitment to sustainability.

Their launch of an enhanced eco range from our Everyday Earth collection shows real focus on responsible solutions.

This year, they’ve already ordered 350 eco products, with 420 items produced using over 300 recycled bottles. That’s a 132% increase on last year.

By making sustainability part of everyday operations, Doc Cleaning is showing how small changes can have a big impact.

They’re setting a strong example for the industry to follow. Discover more about how DOC Cleaning is driving positive change on their website.

Life Below Earth Award: BIFFA

We’re proud to recognise Biffa for their exceptional dedication to sustainability.

Winning the Life Below Earth Award highlights their commitment to eco-friendly practices across the business.

This year, they’ve ordered more than 9,000 eco uniforms, making them one of the pioneers in moving to sustainable solutions.

By using recycled materials, they’ve reduced environmental impact and set a strong example for the industry.

Biffa’s leadership shows how building sustainability into everyday operations can make a real difference. They’re proving that businesses can lead the way to a greener future.

Divert from Earth Recycling Award: EQUANS

We’re proud to recognise Equans for winning the Divert from Earth Recycling Award.

Their commitment to sustainability is clear, with 1,672 kg of products recycled this year - preventing an estimated 4.77 tons of greenhouse gas emissions.

A standout achievement was a large-scale demobilisation project. SMI supported Equans by collecting 31 bins across 8 sites, recycling uniforms from 903 employees.

This shows how everyday operations can deliver real environmental impact.

Equans is setting a strong standard for recycling and resource management, proving that determination and collaboration can make a big difference for the planet.

GREEN LEADERSHIP Award: EQUANS

We’re proud to recognise Equans as the winner of the Green Leadership Award 2025.

This award highlights their commitment to embedding sustainable practices across operations and championing environmental responsibility.

This year, Equans has shown real leadership by fully engaging with SMI’s ESG initiatives.

Their achievements include ordering 1,594 eco products and recycling nearly 1,700 kg of end-of-life items - actions that directly reduce environmental impact and set a benchmark for others.

By taking a proactive approach, Equans demonstrates how responsible choices can deliver lasting benefits for the planet.

Their leadership continues to inspire others to take meaningful steps toward a greener future.

Would you like to get involved next year?

Speak to our esg team