LAKE News & Events

Lakeland Industries announced the appointment of Lee Rudow to its Board of Directors, effective April 9, 2026. Rudow's appointment as an independent director increases the total number of board members to 8, with 7 independent directors.

Lakeland Industries announced that its California PPE Recon subsidiary, which specializes in personal protective equipment care and maintenance services, has entered into a long-term lease agreement with Tersus Solutions to bring a new CO2 advanced cleaning and decontamination machine to California PPE's Riverside, California facility. "California PPE continues to invest in capabilities that help fire departments reduce exposure risks and extend the life of their protective gear," said Jim Jenkins, Chief Executive Officer of Lakeland. "Adding a waterless CO2 decontamination option alongside our advanced wet wash processes expands the tools available to departments seeking the highest standards in gear care, readiness, and firefighter health."

Lakeland Industries announced that its California PPE Recon subsidiary, which specializes in personal protective equipment care and maintenance services, has been selected to provide turnout gear maintenance and decontamination cleaning services for the City of Newport Beach Fire Department. "This award reflects the continued execution of our strategy to expand Lakeland's recurring service offering in North America through California PPE," said Jim Jenkins, President and CEO of Lakeland Fire + Safety. "Fire departments are placing increasing emphasis on verified, standards-based care and maintenance programs for turnout gear, and California PPE is well positioned to support those requirements with proven processes, documentation, and demonstrated service quality."