At Deane, sustainability isn’t just a goal—it’s a guiding principle.

As we work toward our ambitious target of a 75% reduction in landfill waste from our operations, we’re proud to spotlight the innovative efforts of one of our longest-standing partners.

One of our factories based in Malaysia, has been manufacturing workwear—overalls, shirts, and trousers—for Deane for over 17 years. But it’s what they’re doing with their fabric offcuts that’s truly game-changing.

A Circular Solution, 18 Months in the Making

Driven by the forward-thinking leadership of company’s Managing Director, this factory has spent the last 18 months developing a closed-loop solution that transforms 100% of their fabric offcuts into something new: gloves.

Here’s how it works:

• Offcuts from Deane garments are scoured down to a base fibre.
• The fibre is spun into yarn.
• That yarn is then knitted into gloves by a trusted third-party partner.

These gloves are sold into industrial and gardening markets, giving new life to what was once considered waste.

“For us, this project is a perfect closed-loop solution. We're taking a waste stream that was destined for landfill or incineration and transforming it into a product that protects hands and promotes sustainable transportation. It’s not just about making a glove; it’s about redefining what we consider 'waste' and proving that ethical manufacturing can be both environmentally conscious and commercially viable.”
— Tan, Managing Director

No Waste Left Behind

This factory’s commitment to sustainability doesn’t stop at textiles. No waste goes to landfill—even plastics are collected and sent to a recycling partner. While the downstream process for plastics is still being explored, the intent is clear: nothing is wasted if it can be reused or repurposed.

Why It Matters to Deane

This initiative is more than just a clever reuse of materials—it’s a tangible step toward our 75% landfill diversion target. By partnering with suppliers who share our values, we’re embedding circularity into our supply chain and proving that sustainability and commercial success can go hand in hand.