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Coats celebrates global wellbeing, partnering with Great Place To Work®

Coats Group plc, the world’s leading manufacturer of thread and structural components for apparel and footwear and an innovative pioneer in performance materials, partners with Great Place To Work®, the number one authority on workplace culture, to further enhance its commitment to the wellbeing of over 15,000 employees worldwide. This partnership underscores Coats’ dedication to nurturing a unique culture that prioritises employee welfare and sustainable wellbeing.

At the heart of Coats’ wellbeing commitment is its Energy4Performance (E4P) programme. E4P is structured around four key energy zones: Physical, Mental, Social, and Emotional. This comprehensive framework is designed to support employees in performing better both at home and in the workplace. In 2023, Coats rolled out more than 150 programmes across its global operations, including yoga lessons, mental health training, and football matches, all tailored to meet the local needs of its diverse workforce.

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Rajiv Sharma, Group Chief Executive, said: “At Coats, our people are our greatest asset. Partnering with Great Place To Work allows us to continue fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and supported. Our E4P programme is a testament to our commitment to sustainable wellbeing, ensuring that we are not only meeting but exceeding the expectations of our employees.”

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“We are thrilled to work with Coats, recognised by Great Place To Work and Fortune Media as one of the World’s Best Workplaces. Leaders at Coats understand the importance of taking care of their people so that they can take care of the business. We look forward to this partnership to help Coats expand the reach and impact of their exemplary wellness initiatives for all,” commented Michael C. Bush, CEO of Great Place To Work®, on the partnership.

The research partnership with Great Place To Work will support Coats in collecting data and conducting a series of analyses to strengthen further the company’s inclusive, supportive and unique culture. The E4P programme stands as Coats’ flagship initiative in its wellbeing strategy, guiding countries to tailor their wellbeing efforts based on specific local needs while adhering to a unified vision.

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Coats Press Office
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About Coats Group plc

Coats is a world leader in thread manufacturing and structural components for apparel and footwear, as well as an innovative pioneer in performance materials. These critical solutions are used to create a wide range of products, including ones that provide safety and protection for people, data, and the environment. Headquartered in the UK, Coats is a FTSE250 company and a FTSE4Good Index constituent. Revenues in 2023 were $1.4bn.

Trusted by the world’s leading companies to deliver vital, innovative, and sustainable solutions, Coats provides value-adding products, including apparel, accessory and footwear threads, structural components for footwear and accessories, fabrics, yarns, and software applications. Customer partners include companies from the apparel, footwear, automotive, telecoms, personal protection, and outdoor goods industries.

With a proud heritage dating back more than 250 years and a spirit of evolution to constantly stay ahead of changing market needs, Coats has operations across some 50 countries with a permanent workforce of more than 15,000, serving its customers worldwide.

Coats connects talent, textiles, and technology, to make a better and more sustainable world. Worldwide, there are four dedicated Coats Innovation and Sustainability Hubs, where experts collaborate with partners to create the materials and products of tomorrow. It participates in the UN Global Compact and is committed to Science Based sustainability targets for 2030 and beyond, with a goal of achieving net-zero by 2050. Coats is also committed to achieving its goals in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, workplace health & safety, employee & community wellbeing, and supplier social performance.