Lindström expands in Poland with acquisition of protective workwear manufacturer ORK Poland
Lindström Oy has acquired the shares of ORK Poland sp. z o.o., one of the leading protective workwear manufacturers in Poland. The acquisition supports Lindström’s strategy 2030 and strengthens its ability to serve existing and new customers with comprehensive, high‑quality workwear production capabilities.
ORK Poland employs approximately 140 people at two locations in Końskie and Kielce and serves customers in a variety of industries across the Polish market. The company has built a strong reputation in the local market through its expertise, quality and skilled organisation. In addition to continuing to serve ORK Poland’s customers, Lindström can further enhance service for our textile rental customers through strengthened in-house production capabilities.
President and CEO of Lindström Group, Juha Laurio, comments:
“ORK Poland adds complementary capabilities, local know-how and a skilled organisation to Lindström. The acquisition strengthens our production capabilities in Europe and supports our long-term growth strategy. We look forward to working together with the ORK Poland team and leveraging our combined strengths to support Lindström’s future growth.”
“We are pleased that the business will continue as part of Lindström. We believe Lindström provides a strong and responsible platform for the future development of the company.” Emanuel Drela, former CEO and majority owner of ORK Poland sp. z o.o. adds.
More information:
Juha Laurio
President & CEO, Lindström Oy
juha.laurio@lindstromgroup.com
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Lindström is a family-owned textile service company with a business model rooted in circular economy principles. With over 5,100 employees, Lindström provides comprehensive textile solutions for various industries, including workwear, cleanroom textiles, mats, industrial wipers, washroom products, cleaning textiles, and textile services for hotels, restaurants and the healthcare sector. The service covers textile supply, washing, maintenance, replacements and delivery. Founded in 1848 and headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, Lindström now operates in 24 countries across Europe and Asia, with a 2025 turnover of EUR 542 million. For further information, please visit lindstromgroup.com
ORK Poland sp. z o.o.
ORK Poland sp. z o.o. is a privately owned company based in Poland. The company operates in manufacturing and provision of protective workwear products and serves customers in various industries in the Polish market. ORK Poland sp. z o.o. has its headquarters in Kielce, Poland.
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