Elis S.A. is a France-based provider of textile, hygiene and facility services under a rental and maintenance model. The company specializes in the supply, laundering and upkeep of workwear, corporate uniforms, hospitality linens, floor mats and cleaning cloths. Elis also offers professional hygiene solutions, including restroom hygiene systems, hand-care products and infection-prevention services designed for sectors such as healthcare, hospitality, industry, retail and public institutions.
Founded in 1907 and headquartered in La Défense, Paris, Elis operates a network of industrial laundries and service sites across Europe and Latin America. The company’s decentralized operating structure enables local responsiveness, while centralized logistics and quality management ensure consistent service levels. Elis serves customers ranging from small businesses to large multinational chains, adapting service packages to specific operational, environmental and regulatory requirements.
In 2017, Elis completed its acquisition of UK-based Berendsen plc, a move that significantly expanded its market share in the United Kingdom and Northern Europe. This acquisition reinforced Elis’s position as one of the leading textile rental and hygiene providers on the continent, boosting its capacity in workwear, linen and technical textiles. Over the years, Elis has also pursued selective bolt-on acquisitions to strengthen its presence in key markets and broaden its service offering.
The company is governed by an executive committee and a supervisory board based at its Paris headquarters. Elis emphasizes sustainability through investment in water-efficient laundering technologies, energy-saving equipment and textile recycling programs. Its ongoing focus on operational excellence, service innovation and geographic diversification underpins its long-term growth strategy in the professional services industry.
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