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RÖJK is a young and successful Swedish outdoor brand with self-developed materials and innovative, functional products in an industry dominated by big dragons.

They have won several prestigious awards such as Scandinavian Outdoor Award Overall Winner, the Scandinavian Outdoor Award Apparel Winner and the Innovation for Extremes Award.  Their active markets are Sweden, Denmark, Finland, England, Germany and Japan among others.

Why are your customers choosing RÖJK Superwear instead of competitors products?
- Our customers chose RÖJK because of the high quality, touch/ feel, and because they want to associate themselves with our brand and lifestyle.

What are the benefits to produce in Estonia / Northern Europe compared to Far East/ Asia?
- We have full control over the production, all the way. If there is a problem to solve, we can be at the factory in just over one hour. In addition, delivery times are shorter and customer service is good.

Has it been beneficial that Protex is a Norwegian owned company with a true Scandinavian mindset ?
- Yes, this have been an important factor for our company.

Would you recommend others to produce at Protex?
- Yes, we are very satisfied with the quality and our cooperation in general.

Protex interview with Isabelle Persson, Supply Chain Manager at RÖJK Superwear

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Trimtex started in 1976 with the aim to offer the best and most technical sport wears for individual training in team design.

Today Trimtex is one of the Scandinavian market leaders within its’ field and the goal is still the same, to offer highly technical team wear with top quality and design without any expensive intermediaries.
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How long have Trimtex been cooperation with Protex?
- Our cooperation with Protex started in 2008.

What are the benefits to produce in Estonia / Northern Europe compared to Far East/ Asia?
- The short lead time, Scandinavian business culture and the fact that we produce close to our home market.

Has it been beneficial that Protex is a Norwegian owned company with a Scandinavian mindset ?
- Yes, we have same business culture and Protex understand our and the market’s need of high quality

Would you recommend others to produce at Protex?
- Yes, Protex have modern business thinking and good know how.

Protex interview with Tor Eivind Augland,  CEO of Trimtex Sport

Helland was founded in 1947 in Stordalen, Norway and is today one of the market leaders in high quality furnitures to Norwegian public sector and contract market.

Main clients are government, public offices, schools and health care institutions. A typical Helland client wants high quality combined with good design and functionality. Other important aspects are durability, low level of maintenance cost and precision in deliveries.

All development is handled from Norway an  in cooperation with prominent Scandinavian designers.

What are the benefits to produce in Estonia / Northern Europe compared to Far East/ Asia?
- The closeness to our main markets. Estonian companies are used to handle small orders, they have short delivery times and quality is excellent. If we need to change something, it easy and quick.

What are the most important factors when choosing a long-term supplier?
- Precision in deliveries, financial stability, competitive prices, high competence and know-how. Trust and good communication on both strategic and operative level is very important.

Has it been beneficial that Protex is a Norwegian owned company with a Scandinavian mindset ?
- Yes, Helland’s main operations are in Scandinavia and Northern Europe and therefore it has been very important to us to find a partner that has same values and business culture as we do.

Would you recommend others to produce at Protex?
- I would gladly recommend Protex to other customers. They have a high level of experience, know how and are easy to communicate with. Being a responsible partner is an example of a value both of us share, this makes it easier to address challenges together, as real partners.

Protex interview with Joakim Helland ,  CEO Helland Furniture