Lakeland Fire + Safety Secures Scottish Police Authority Contract for Public Order Protection Gear
Event summary
- Lakeland Industries' Jolly Scarpe brand awarded a contract by the Scottish Police Authority for shoulder and arm guards for public order applications.
- The agreement is effective October 2, 2026, with a two-year term and a one-year extension option.
- The contract follows a competitive tender process and extends Lakeland's reach into national law enforcement procurement in the UK.
- Lakeland has recently secured contracts with European law enforcement and UK public safety agencies, including an urgent footwear order for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games.
The big picture
This contract award marks Lakeland's expansion into national law enforcement procurement in the UK, beyond its traditional fire and rescue categories. The company's ability to meet the same requirements for fire services—certified products, documented trial performance, and stable pricing and lead times—positions it well to capitalize on the growing demand for protective gear in the public safety sector. The UK has become one of Lakeland's most active public sector markets, indicating a strategic shift towards diversifying its customer base and revenue streams.
What we're watching
- Market Expansion
- How Lakeland's ability to compete across categories with customers will affect its market share in the UK public safety sector.
- Execution Risk
- Whether Lakeland can sustain the pace of securing contracts with European law enforcement and UK public safety agencies.
- Revenue Growth
- The pace at which Lakeland can convert these contracts into recurring revenue streams.