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  • Janzen Departs Vestis, Bowen Interim CFO

    Janzen Departs Vestis, Bowen Interim CFO

    Vestis Corporation, a provider of uniforms and workplace supplies, announced that Kelly Janzen, executive vice president and CFO, will depart the company to pursue other opportunities, according to a news release. In conjunction with this leadership transition, Vestis has appointed Adam K. Bowen, vice president of financial planning & analysis, as interim CFO.  Bowen brings

  • Bichin Laundry Equip.- Sea-lion America Dealer

    Bichin Laundry Equip.- Sea-lion America Dealer

    Westbrook, CT — Sea-lion America, a leading provider of industrial and commercial laundry systems, announced the appointment of Bichin Laundry Equipment as its authorized dealer for British Columbia, Alberta, and Yukon.  “Bichin Laundry Equipment brings strong regional expertise, deep industry knowledge, and a customer-first approach to the Canadian market,” said President Sea-lion America, Ed Kirejczyk. 

  • UniFirst & Redaptive Partner on Energy Infrastructure

    UniFirst & Redaptive Partner on Energy Infrastructure

    PRNewswire — Redaptive announced the successful completion of the first phase of a multi-site energy modernization program with UniFirst Corporation across 39 facilities throughout the U.S. Through this collaboration, Redaptive provided upfront capital and turnkey project management for LED installations, according to a news release. The companies are currently evaluating additional opportunities for energy modernization. “UniFirst

  • Royal Basket Trucks – New Sales Managers

    Royal Basket Trucks – New Sales Managers

    Royal Basket Trucks, Inc. announced the addition of two outstanding professionals to its Sales team. Maria Cooper, Area Sales Manager for the Southeast Region, and Jaime Garcia, Area Sales Manager for the Central Region. Both bring extensive experience, strong leadership, and a passion for customer relationships that align perfectly with Royal’s commitment to excellence. Maria

  • VA to Invest $4.8B to Improve Healthcare Infrastructure

    VA to Invest $4.8B to Improve Healthcare Infrastructure

    WASHINGTON – The Department of Veterans Affairs announced in a news release that it will spend $4.8 billion in fiscal year 2026 to modernize, repair and improve health care facilities as part of the Veterans Health Administration’s Non-Recurring Maintenance (NRM) program.  The program makes infrastructure improvements to health care facilities to ensure safe and effective

  • Cintas, Carhartt, & Ford Showcase Uniform Program

    Cintas, Carhartt, & Ford Showcase Uniform Program

    After announcing their partnership at the Detroit Auto Show last month, Ford Motor Company, Carhartt Company Gear™, in collaboration with Cintas Corporation, will be showcasing their new uniforms for Ford dealership service technicians and specialists at the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) Show. The program will provide premium workwear from Carhartt, delivered through Cintas’ nationwide

  • Staying Safe In The Cold

    Staying Safe In The Cold

    As temperatures drop, it is important to keep yourself and team members safe.  According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), exposure to extreme cold, near freezing temperatures, wet conditions, and wind chill are all considered risk factors for cold stress. Cold stress occurs when a person’s skin temperature decreases, and eventually the internal

  • Cintas-UniFirst Proposed Merger Update

    Cintas-UniFirst Proposed Merger Update

    Uniform Bright Launches Independent Expert Review of Antitrust Review Considerations.  Review will evaluate localized route-market competition considerations and compile materials for potential submission through established FTC/DOJ public processes if the proposal advances. RIVERSIDE, CA / ACCESS Newswire / January 10, 2026 / Uniform Bright, an independent consulting firm specializing in uniform and textile rental market structure and service-performance

  • PureStar Acquires Emerald Textiles

    PureStar Acquires Emerald Textiles

    PureStar, a national hospitality laundry services provider in the United States, recently announced its acquisition of Emerald Textiles, a West Coast linen services provider to the healthcare industry. According to the news release, the combination of PureStar and Emerald creates one of the top commercial laundry services providers in the U.S. with a scaled, diversified

  • Cintas Recognized by Forbes

    Cintas Recognized by Forbes

    Cintas Corporation announced that it has been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Companies in 2026 in a recent news release. Headquartered in  Cincinnati, Cintas provides uniforms, products, and services that help keep their customers’ facilities and employees clean, safe, and looking their best with offerings that include uniforms, mats, mops and towels.