Alsco Uniforms Acquires Advanced Linen Service To Expand California Presence

By Amit Chowdhry • Today at 11:02 PM

Alsco Uniforms announced it has acquired Advanced Linen, a uniform and linen provider serving California’s Bay Area, Central Valley, and Monterey Bay. The acquisition strengthens Alsco Uniforms’ presence across Northern and Central California while expanding service capabilities for regional customers.

The company said the transaction reflects its long-standing strategy of partnering with respected local providers while continuing the customer relationships those companies have built over decades. Alsco Uniforms emphasized that maintaining these customer relationships will remain a priority throughout the transition.

Advanced Linen President and co-owner Gordon Hickman said he and his partners selected Alsco Uniforms as the company they trust to serve their customers moving forward, citing a shared commitment to service, integrity, and customer support.

According to both companies, Advanced Linen customers should experience a seamless transition with no disruption to linen services. Alsco Uniforms reaffirmed its focus on reliability, responsiveness, and service quality as the integration moves forward.

By combining Advanced Linen’s established customer base with Alsco Uniforms’ operational scale and infrastructure, the companies said customers will benefit from a more stable and experienced service provider capable of supporting long-term needs.

Founded in 1889, Alsco Uniforms is a fifth-generation, family-owned company that provides uniform and linen laundry services across multiple industries, including healthcare, automotive, industrial, and hospitality. The company operates more than 200 locations, employs about 16,000 people, and serves more than 350,000 customers across 13 countries.

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“Our focus is simple. We are committed to continuing the great customer partnerships Advanced Linen has built and ensuring every customer feels confident about who is serving them today and into the future. Since 1889, we have delivered hygienically clean linens and uniforms to businesses in communities around the world, along with our many other services.”

Bob Steiner, CEO Of Alsco Uniforms