Our Impact

Woven for a Better Tomorrow

We believe that true success is not just measured in products delivered, it is also in the lives uplifted, the communities empowered, the environment protected and the futures secured. Every towel we craft is a thread in a larger story of purpose, legacy, and sustainability.

Environmental Sustainability

We are driven by a steadfast commitment to minimising our carbon footprint across all stages of production, from fibre selection to the finished product.

Energy Efficiency

All lighting across our entire operation is systematically being upgraded to energy efficient LEDs, and our new machinery has been specified for energy-conscious manufacturing. Our innovative dyeing technology reduces utility requirements by 25%, while automatic dosing of chemicals limits our waste and effluent treatment costs.

Sustainable Luxury

Select product ranges and bespoke
manufacturing orders are crafted from
BCI Cotton, while all dyes and chemicals
are sourced from multinational companies,
and do not contain globally red-listed
substances. Our packaging is responsibly
sourced and FSC-compliant, and all our
cardboard and textile hard waste is recycled.

Compliance & Goals

Annual SMETA audits are conducted to ensure that environmental waste standards are consistently met. Looking forward our goals include:

Treating wastewater for reuse

Implementing rainwater harvesting by 2025

Actively pursue energy-reduction initiatives

In achieving these goals, Glodina Group will save over 115 million litres of potable water per year.

Social Impact & Community Upliftment

We proudly weave social responsibility into every fibre of Glodina.

Community Partnerships

By supporting organisations such as the Upper Highway Baby Home, The ARK, and National Rescue for Poverty & Drugs, we’re able to extend our impact to Hammarsdale, surrounding regions, and select provinces nationally.

Youth Empowerment

Through investing in SETA-funded skills programmes, apprenticeships, learnerships, and internships, we are able to weave opportunities to equip future generations with knowledge and safeguard their futures.

Economic Contribution

The IDC’s R150 million investment revived Glodina, preserving hundreds of jobs, and in turn, stabilising local economies and revitalising textile manufacturing in Hammarsdale. Today, our workforce continues to grow, with new talent continuously being onboarded and nurtured across production and support functions.

Economic Sustainability & Ethical Operations

We ensure ethical, responsible, and inclusive growth through high ethical standards, thereby improving operation and fostering a workplace culture of responsibility and accountability. We are the proud holders of B-BBEE, SABS, and other compliance certifications that reflect our unwavering commitment to transparency, inclusion, and accountability.

Employee Wellbeing & Workforce Development

Our people are the beating heart of Glodina Group, and their growth, safety and wellbeing are non-negotiable. As such, we have multiple ongoing programmes that support the personal and professional development of our employees.

All of our programmes are either budgeted for or supported by FP&M SETA funding to ensure that we align with national development goals and sustainable talent pipelines.

Growth & Development

We offer apprenticeships, learnerships, internships, and skills development programmes to support continuous learning and offer career pathways across all production and support functions.

Health & Safety

We provide comprehensive training along with revision courses to ensure continuous compliance. This includes:

First Aid

Firefighting

Forklift

Stacking & Storage

HIRA and Accident Investigation

Hazardous Substances

Overhead Crane and Scaffolding

Health and Safety Representative Training

Occupational Health

We conduct baseline, routine, and exit medical exams to safeguard the wellbeing of our employees.

HIV/AIDS Education

We are committed to providing thorough HIV/AIDS education to all of our employees. This specialised training is embedded into our employee induction to encourage employee safety and spread awareness. This dedication reflects our commitment to health awareness and proactive wellbeing, and fosters a working environment that is both healthy and safe.

Financial Security

Employees of Glodina Group enjoy structured benefits that include a Provident Fund, Group Life Insurance, and a Voluntary Savings Plan. These structured benefits enhance financial resilience and expand the financial literacy of our employees.

Diversity & Inclusion

A functional Employment Equity Committee (EEC) oversees our recruitment processes to ensure fair representation. We have employment equity efforts in place that targets black employees and women to align with transformation objectives. We are dedicated to addressing gaps in Management Control, Skills Development, and Socio-Economic Development, with plans to fast-track black female leaders, secure funding for people with disabilities, and provide structured mentorship programmes.

Employee Engagement

We actively recognise capability and support visible career progression within Glodina Group. As such, we provide acting roles, ongoing training, and various wellbeing initiatives to empower our employees with the knowledge and skills required to progress in their professional lives.

Purpose & Legacy

At Glodina, impact is measured beyond revenue. It’s measured by the difference we make in the lives of those around us.

Shaping a Sustainable Textile Industry

Through the restoration of local towelling production, we are able to reduce import reliance, spur industrial development, and drive resource efficiency. Glodina’s flagship Black Label towels, specifically the Marathon® range, embody innovation via reduced water usage, faster drying, and enhanced durability.

The Value of True Impact

True impact is felt through meaningful actions that leave a lasting effect on the lives we touch. We are able to create true value through:

Job creation and community upliftment: By reviving local manufacturing, Glodina has created hundreds of jobs in Hammarsdale, positively impacting many employees and their families, and making a tangible contribution to the local economy.

Community investment: We proudly and lovingly support nearby creches, old‑age homes, and other social investment projects in our region, further highlighting our commitment to enriching the community beyond our factory walls.

Empowerment and dignity in the workplace: Our staff consists of 98% people of colour, which is why Glodina prioritises good working conditions, respect, and opportunities for historically disadvantaged groups, coupled with fair labour standards to enhance employee satisfaction.

Our Legacy

By rebuilding a globally competitive national brand, embedding durability and sustainability into our products, and supporting a resilient local industry, we aim to restore our reputation as the global gold standard supplier in towelling to secure a future where South African manufacturing thrives.