Become Part of In Factories We Trust
Join a Growing Network of Trusted UK Fashion & Textile Manufacturers
In Factories We Trust (IFWT) is bringing together manufacturers from across the UK to create a trusted, transparent and collaborative manufacturing community.
Whether you specialise in garment production, knitwear, textiles, sampling, product development, printing, embroidery, finishing or specialist manufacturing services, IFWT provides an opportunity to showcase your business to brands, retailers and buyers actively looking to source within the UK.
By joining the platform, you’ll become part of a national initiative working to strengthen UK manufacturing through greater visibility, collaboration and trust.
Who Can Apply?
We welcome applications from UK-based businesses operating across the fashion and textile supply chain, including:
- Garment manufacturers
- CMT manufacturers
- Full-package manufacturers
- Textile and fabric manufacturers
- Knitwear manufacturers
- Product developers
- Sampling and prototyping specialists
- Pattern cutting and grading services
- Printing, embroidery and embellishment specialists
- Finishing, packing and fulfilment providers
- Repair, remanufacturing and circular fashion specialists
- Technical and specialist manufacturing businesses
Businesses of all sizes are encouraged to apply, from independent specialist manufacturers through to larger production facilities.
What Information Will You Be Asked To Provide?
To help buyers make informed sourcing decisions, each manufacturer profile includes information about your business, including:
- Company information and contact details
- Products and manufacturing capabilities
- Machinery and technical expertise
- Production services
- Capacity and lead times
- Quality assurance processes
- Compliance and certifications
- Sustainability initiatives
- Supply chain transparency
- Workforce and skills
- Digital Product Passport (DPP) readiness
- Case studies and imagery
You can save your progress throughout the application, allowing you to complete your profile at your own pace.
Our Review Process
Every application is reviewed before publication to help maintain the quality and integrity of the platform.
Our team will review the information provided and may contact you if any clarification or additional information is required before your profile is published.
This process helps ensure buyers can have confidence in the information presented while providing manufacturers with a professional and consistent platform to showcase their business.
What Happens Next?
Once approved, your manufacturer profile will become part of the IFWT directory, making your business discoverable by brands, retailers and organisations seeking trusted UK manufacturing partners.
As the programme develops, participating manufacturers will also have opportunities to:
- Assess reviews submitted by buyers
- Feature in industry news and case studies.
- Participate in research and consultation.
- Contribute to policy discussions.
- Take part in industry events and networking opportunities.
- Help shape the future development of the platform.
Ready to Join?
If you’re committed to quality, transparency and the future of UK fashion and textile manufacturing, we’d love to welcome you to the In Factories We Trust community.
Complete your application today and become part of a growing network helping to strengthen UK manufacturing for the future.
