Lindström and Comforta expand in Sweden with a new service centre in Gothenburg

Lindström is strengthening its presence in Sweden with a new service centre in Gothenburg. The facility is designed with circular economy principles and equipped with advanced energy-saving technology, promoting efficient resource use and waste reduction. Its energy-efficiency measures aim to reduce energy consumption by 30%, supporting Lindström’s net-zero goal.

This expansion follows last summer’s successful relocation and capacity increase in Stockholm. The new facility can process up to 15 tons of textiles per shift and can scale up operations with extra shifts in response to sudden fluctuations in demand.

“The new service centre meets the growing need for a reliable textile rental partner, especially in Sweden’s expanding tourism sector, where capacity has been limited,” says Jonas Gambel, Managing Director of Lindström Sweden.

Built with circularity at its core

Lindström’s business model is based on the circular economy, and the new facility reflects this in its materials and operations. The company also aims to cut its greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 and reach net-zero by 2050. The goal has been advanced by energy saving measures.

Many of the materials and products of the newly renovated facility carry a fascinating industrial journey. Tiles come from leftover materials from the Karlatornet construction, carpets are made from second-hand fibres, and ceiling panels have been refurbished. Washing and drying equipment from other Lindström laundries has also been reused and upgraded with heat recovery systems for greater efficiency.

“By capturing heat from our ironers to warm washing water, we aim to improve energy efficiency by 30%, as we have in other laundries with similar technology,” shares Thomas Utriainen, Project Manager overseeing the new service centre.

A great example of circular thinking is restored and reused gas tanks. During the Stockholm facility relocation, the team found an old rusting gas tank from 1970s in Southern Sweden. It was scheduled for disposal within a week.

“Instead of letting it go to waste, we restored and repaired the gas tank, preparing it for future use with renewable gas alternatives at our Stockholm site,” Utriainen explains. “This, in turn, freed up the underground gas tank previously used in Stockholm, allowing it to be reused at the new Gothenburg site. Instead of scrapping either, we extended the lifecycle of both.”

Strategic location for better service and lower emissions

The new service centre’s location reduces transport distances, cutting emissions and improving response times.

“Being close to our customers allows us to react quickly to their needs while also creating jobs in the region,” says Gambel.

Lindström currently employs 70 people in Sweden, with more during peak seasons. It has provided workwear and hotel textile services in the country since 2002. The company now operates four service centers across Sweden, located in Stockholm, Gothenburg, Jönköping, and Malmö.

More information:
Jonas Gambel. Managing Director, Lindström Sweden, tel. +46730939819, jonas.gambel@lindstromgroup.com 

Lindström Group  

Lindström is a family-owned textile service company whose operations are based on the circular economy. Our services include workwear, cleanroom textiles, mats, industrial wipers, washroom services, and textiles for the hospitality, restaurant, and healthcare sectors. With the dedication of our 4,700 employees, we provide sustainable and user-friendly textile services to our customers across Europe and Asia. In 2023, Lindström Group’s turnover was 506 million euros. lindstromgroup.com