Wilmington, Mass. (July 2026) — UniFirst Corporation (NYSE:UNF), a North American leader in providing customized business uniform programs, facility service products and first aid and safety services, is proud to be recognized on TIME’s “America’s Best Companies of 2026”.
Since its founding in 1936, UniFirst has embraced the core values of Customer Focus, Commitment to Quality, and Respect for Others. Over nine decades, UniFirst has consistently invested in the development of its people, tools, and technologies to “Always Deliver” for its customers.
“All of us at UniFirst are honored to be recognized by TIME as a leading American company,” said Steven Sintros, President and CEO. “This is a testament to the steadfast dedication of our people in delivering a best-in-class service experience for our customers. It also reflects the trust our loyal customers place in UniFirst to provide high-quality uniforms and facility services that meet their evolving needs.”
“We’re honored to be recognized, and it is a testament to the dedication of our people in delivering the best service experience for our customers. To be named on this list just as we celebrate our Founder’s Day only makes it that much more meaningful,” said Steven Sintros, UniFirst President and CEO.
The recognition adds to the list of numerous accolades, including winning Gold at the TRSA Industry Awards and being on the 60 Best Companies to Sell for List for 23 consecutive years.
In determining “America’s Best Companies of 2026,” TIME worked with Statista to analyze survey data from over 217,000 U.S. employees, reflecting their views on working conditions, compensation, and atmosphere, among other factors and data.
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About UniFirst
UniFirst Corporation (NYSE: UNF) helps businesses of all sizes keep their workers safe, comfortable, and professional with work uniform and facility service solutions, as well as first aid and safety supplies and services. Headquartered in Wilmington, Mass., the company manages specialized garment programs through its subsidiaries for the cleanroom and nuclear industries. Alongside partnerships with leading brands, UniFirst manufactures its own branded workwear, protective clothing, floorcare products, and restroom supplies at three company-owned facilities. Guided by a commitment to Always Deliver™ for its customers, Team Partners, and communities, UniFirst operates 270-plus service locations across North America, serves more than 300,000 customer locations, and outfits over 2 million workers daily with the support of 16,000-plus Team Partners. For more information, contact UniFirst at 888.296.2740 or visit UniFirst.com. Follow UniFirst on LinkedIn, Facebook, X, YouTube, and Instagram.nu
