Sustainability
At Swim Essentials we believe that sustanaibility is not only important for our customers, but also for the future of our planet. We take responsibility and take steps everyday to improve our ways of conducting business. We want to be honest and transparent: we are not where we want to be, but we are making progress month by month. Every collection brings us closer to our goal and together with you we build on a world where enjoyment and sustainability go hand in hand.
OUR DREAM | Circular business operations
By 2030, we want to be fully circular. This means that we strive for zero waste, from the materials we use to the way we produce and ship. Every part of our process is becoming more sustainable step by step. And although we are not there yet, we are determined to realize our dream. Together with you, we ensure that swimming, enjoying and caring for our planet are the perfect combination.
RECYCLED | Stylish and sustainable
Our new swimwear collection is about more than just style. The entire 2025 collection is made from recycled materials. These products are GRS-certified, which means they meet strict requirements for sustainability and good working conditions. The clothing is made from 100% recycled cotton and polyester. We have reused the residual materials to transform them into new, unique products. Less waste, more style!
PVC | Most sustainable inflatables
Our iconic inflatables are made from the most sustainable PVC available today. We know that PVC production is challenging for the environment, so we do everything we can to use the most environmentally friendly production techniques and keep our impact as low as possible.
At the moment it is not possible to produce fully recycled PVC articles. Older PVC products are not designed to be easily and cleanly recycled, which makes reuse difficult. In addition, the production process is so polluting that it even has negative consequences for the environment.
But we are not standing still! It is already possible to recycle our latest PVC products and make slippers from them, for example.
It remains a challenge, but together with our factories we are working hard on smart, innovative solutions to make recycling even better and more environmentally friendly in the future. Let's go green, step by step!
MADE IN HOLLAND | Local & responsible
Did you know that part of our swimwear is made in our own sewing studio in 's-Hertogenbosch? By producing locally, we significantly reduce our ecological footprint. We avoid long transports and can also guarantee that work is done under fair and good conditions. This gives us direct control over every detail of the production process and allows us to quickly respond to improvements. Sustainable and top quality – we are proud of that!
SOCIAL IMPACT | Stronger together
In our sewing studio, it is not only about sustainable production, but also about social impact. We offer opportunities to people with a distance to the labor market, such as refugees who are building a new life in the Netherlands. We not only offer them a safe working environment, but we also help them develop valuable skills. Our mission goes beyond sustainable production; we also want to make a positive social impact.
This way we not only create beautiful products, but also new opportunities for people like Ahmad, who can now fully use his talent and expertise with us! Read more about the studio and Ahmad's story here.
DREAM GOALS | Sustainable future
We have ambitious goals and continue to challenge ourselves to do better. Here are some steps we plan to take in the coming years:
- From 2026, our entire clothing line will consist of recycled materials.
- All shipping packaging will be made from recycled materials by 2026.
- In 2027 we will move to a completely energy-neutral office building.
- By 2030, our entire collection will be circular.
- We continue to work on innovative techniques to recycle PVC.
- We are looking into the possibility of shipping our products directly from the factory to the country of destination, without any stops. Less transport means less emissions!
At Swim Essentials, we are determined to become more sustainable every day. Together with you, we are taking big steps towards a greener, better future. Let's enjoy the summer and a sustainable world together!