HQ Function

Primary manufacturing site for weaving, spinning, and finishing processes. Also houses design studios, administrative offices, a flagship retail store, visitor centre, and café.

Notable Features:

Historic mill buildings dating back to its founding, set on the banks of the River Lossie. Features a 5-star visitor experience, allowing public viewing of the manufacturing processes.

Work Culture:

Emphasizes craftsmanship, quality, heritage, and a strong sense of community. Fosters long-term employee relationships, with many multi-generational families working at the mills. Focus on skill development and preserving traditional textile techniques.

HQ Significance:

The Elgin mill is the heart of Johnstons of Elgin, representing over 200 years of continuous operation and innovation in Scottish textiles. It's a symbol of their commitment to 'Made in Scotland' and vertical integration.

Values Reflected in HQ: The HQ reflects values of heritage, quality, craftsmanship, community engagement (through the visitor centre), and sustainability (through control over the production process and recent initiatives).

Location:

Johnstons of Elgin operates primarily from its two mills in Scotland (Elgin and Hawick) where all design, manufacturing, and finishing occur. Their global reach is achieved through their own retail stores in the UK, a robust e-commerce platform shipping internationally, and partnerships with prestigious department stores and independent luxury retailers worldwide. They also participate in international trade shows and have sales representatives covering key global markets in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Street Address:

Newmill

City:

Elgin

State/Province:

Moray

Country:

Scotland