ACS Clothing is Europe's leading circular fashion facility, powering rental, resale and repair programmes for global fashion brands. Operating from a purpose-built 200,000 sq ft facility, the company provides back-end logistics, garment care and repair services that help extend the life of clothing. As garment longevity specialists, ACS is committed to creating a more responsible future for fashion.
Working across the full garment lifecycle, ACS enables brands and retailers to develop new revenue streams, attract new customers and build long-term loyalty. The company manages everything from garment refurbishment and cleaning to fulfilment and programme management, allowing brands to integrate circular business models into their existing operations without compromising on quality, efficiency or customer experience. This end-to-end capability helps partners achieve their sustainability ambitions while delivering strong commercial outcomes.
One example is ACS's management of the full branded resale programme for The North Face. The service includes garment intake, grading, repair, cleaning and fulfilment, creating a seamless resale experience that is fully integrated into the brand's existing e-commerce platform. By supporting The North Face Renewed programme, ACS demonstrates how resale can become part of a core commercial strategy, generating additional revenue while strengthening customer engagement and expanding access to new customer segments.
ACS also powers customer repair services for Belstaff, providing expert restoration for the brand's iconic outerwear. Every garment is carefully assessed and repaired using techniques that preserve its original design and craftsmanship, reinforcing the quality, durability and heritage for which Belstaff is known. This approach extends product life while strengthening customer trust and loyalty.
Beyond fashion retail, ACS supports workwear programmes by helping organisations reduce replacement cycles, extend garment life and operate more efficient, sustainable uniform systems. By incorporating refurbishment, repair and reuse into traditional supply models, the company enables businesses to reduce procurement costs while improving environmental performance.
As demand for circular fashion continues to grow, ACS is expanding its capabilities across resale, repair, rental and textile reprocessing, supporting brands at every stage of their circularity journey. By combining operational expertise with a clear commitment to garment longevity, ACS is helping to build a more resilient fashion ecosystem and supporting the industry's transition towards a longer-lasting, lower-impact future.
Here is what ACS Clothing says about being a UKFT member:
"It was a no-brainer for ACS. UKFT provides the opportunity to collaborate with industry experts and support the transition to more sustainable, circular business models. As a business focussed on garment longevity with our rental, resale, and repair models, being a UKFT member offers valuable opportunities and support, especially in evolving policy and innovation."
