Training the Next Generation: Bowmer Bond Technicians Upskill with UKFT’s Young Textile Technician Fund
At Bowmer Bond, innovation isn’t just about the latest machinery—it’s about skills development and investing in people. That’s why we’re proud to share that our technicians have recently returned from advanced training with Jakob Müller in Switzerland, made possible by the UK Fashion and Textile Association (UKFT)’s Young Textile Technician Fund.
This is more than a trip—it’s a strategic step in future-proofing our workforce and ensuring our team remains at the cutting edge of narrow fabric weaving.
Why this matters:
As industry needs evolve across automotive, aerospace, marine, safety, and medical sectors, webbing continues to be a mission-critical component. Whether it’s seat restraints, cargo control, or medical lifting supports, the expectations for durability, strength, and customisation are higher than ever.
We’re seeing shifts in:
Yarn types: from traditional synthetics to recycled and high-performance fibres
Composition: customised webbings for specialised use cases
Supply chain: more strategic sourcing decisions—supplier location is now a key procurement factor for some manufacturers.
Procurement teams are now pivotal in driving smarter material choices. With employee-owned businesses like ours leading the charge, we’re aligning technical training with customer needs, sustainability goals, and performance-driven innovation.
The result? Webbing that’s not just woven—it’s engineered for the future.
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Posted 2nd July 2025 by Bowmer Bond