Durable workwear garments for when the going gets tough 

01/07/2026

In every respect, Blåkläder and Full of the Pipe are a perfect fit – pun most definitely intended! The Dublin base for the world-renowned Scandinavian manufacturer of high-quality workwear for all sectors is now in its third year as an official partner of Ireland’s premier truck show. 

In 2024, Full of the Pipe welcomed Blåkläder’s Irish base on board as an official sponsor and this globally-renowned manufacturer of quality workwear has proven to be a perfect fit in every way. Like the leading brands themselves, the relationship is durable, tough-wearing and extends into 2026. 

Thus it comes to pass that Blåkläder, a respected brand synonymous with high-quality workwear that’s guaranteed to perform, is sponsoring FOTP and displaying its wonderful wares at Mondello Park again in July.  

A name synonymous with excellence and quality, Blåkläder provides durable workwear designed to meet EN standards. Offering a wide range of garment types, styles and sizes, the company has a fantastic history of supplying workwear for demanding professional environments globally. 

Blåkläder Workwear Centre, the best workwear shop in the city, is located at 108 Millennium Business Park, Cappagh Road, Dublin 11. They sell original Blåkläder workwear, shoes, gloves and other equipment, which can be purchased in store or online. Their service model is based on making things easier for customers and they offer a comprehensive range of workwear tailored to suit customers’ needs, as well as helping with designing transfer images and embroidery. 

Truckers and transportation professionals represent a key market for Blåkläder. Celebrated around the world as the best workwear money can buy, a choice selection from the vast range of exceptional Blåkläder garments and footwear will be on display for the third successive summer at the Blåkläder stand at Full of the Pipe 2026. 

As has become customary, the knowledgeable and friendly Blåkläder Workwear Centre team will be only too happy to deal with all queries and to deliver a bespoke personalised deal to suit each and every individual or team need. 

Traditionally, Full of the Pipe has partnered only with the best brands and manufacturers and this trend is certainly being maintained with Blåkläder, the globally-renowned, Swedish-headquartered company which manufactures workwear for those working daily at the coalface of the construction, transport, industrial and manufacturing industries amongst others. 

Blåkläder develops, produces and distributes workwear, gloves and footwear for workers with uncompromising demands on functionality, quality and design. The company has been manufacturing and selling work clothes since 1959, initially on the Swedish market, and is now established as one of Europe’s largest manufacturers of heavy-duty work garments. 

Blåkläder pride themselves on producing value-added garments of unmatched quality and back this promise up with a lifetime guarantee on all their seams. Long-lasting, sustainable clothing is and always has been the model for Blåkläder and this commitment to a lifetime guarantee on seams reflects their firm belief in their products and their promise to the customer that the seams will not break until the clothes are worn out. 

Blåkläder know that the most important parameter for reducing their carbon footprint is that workwear be used as much, and for as long, as possible. One high-quality item can help to reduce the number of garments produced per person. 

Blåkläder’s operations are based on five cornerstones: quality, function, comfort, design and cost efficiency, i.e. price. The company has its own factories, which produce around two million pieces a year. The large central warehouse is located in Sweden and has around a million garments in stock at any given time. Blåkläder holds ISO 9001, 14001 and EMAS certifications. 

With fully-owned factories in Sri Lanka and Myanmar, more than 7,000 employees and a yearly turnover of close to 220 million euro, Blåkläder is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of quality workwear and the largest and most recognised workwear brand in the Nordics – a terrain that knows all about demanding working and living conditions! 

Full of the Pipe is all about families and poignantly there’s something for everybody in the Blåkläder range. They believe that quality and durability aren’t just for adults. Children are natural creators, explorers and helpers – and deserve outfits ready for any adventure. 

That’s why Blåkläder are proud to present their updated children’s collection: durable, comfortable and safe workwear for the next generation, featuring the same durable materials, smart details and look as their professional line – including tool pockets, high-visibility accents and matching outfits for the whole family. 

From romping around to helping in the garden, this collection is made for movement and connection. Because style, safety and comfort know no age. 

Furthermore, 250 Blåkläder garments now carry the Made In Green label This is a major milestone in the brand’s sustainability model — and an important step towards their long-term ambition of making the entire range meet the highest standards for environmental and social responsibility. In 2026, 98% of Blåkläder garments will be produced in factories they own, giving them the control and transparency needed to drive real change. 

If you need help with planning and exploring ideas, get in touch with the Blåkläder team and they’ll find the perfect solution.