NEWS & BLOGS

Our 2025 ESG Report is live! Working with a sustainable supplier like us goes beyond good intentions, it’s about real benefits for your business.

Work culture today is about more than just getting the job done - it’s how we do it and who we do it with.

The SMI team love a challenge, and this Red Nose Day was no exception!

Picture this: It’s an early morning on Albert Road, Southsea. The sun is barely up, but inside The Lifehouse, a local charity supporting homelessness, the kitchen is already bustling. The scent of fresh coffee and warm toast fills the air as volunteers prepare hot breakfasts for those who need it most.

For many, this is more than just a meal. It’s a moment of comfort, a break from the cold, and a reminder that they’re not alone.

But The Lifehouse is so much more than a food kitchen. It’s a space where people can warm up, recharge, and find support. Whether that’s through a meal, guidance on next steps, or simply a friendly conversation.

SMI’s Responsible Sustainable Partner Strategy (RSPS) outlines what we need from our business partners, so that we can focus on holding one another accountable for our environmental and social impact on our people and on the wider community.

We’re always looking for ways to minimise waste and make more sustainable choices. One of our favourite initiatives? Organising clothes swap parties!

Not only do they help reduce textile waste, but they also bring our team together in a fun and meaningful way. And the best part? Any leftover donations go straight to our local charity partner, LifeHouse, to support those in need.