07 Aug 2025
Scottish outdoor clothing manufacturer Trespass has been appointed by Glasgow 2026 as the Official Uniform Partner, making them the first-ever brand to kit out the volunteers and workforce for two editions of the Games.
Trespass, whose headquarters are in Glasgow, will be responsible for designing, producing and supplying a uniform which will become a familiar sight in the city next summer worn by thousands of team members and volunteers, and produced with Trespass’ signature technical materials.
For volunteers, the uniform worn at Games time is more than just clothing. Sarah Quinn, a Glasgow 2014 Volunteer said: "Receiving my uniform at the 2014 Commonwealth Games was the moment everything became real. Wearing it gave me a sense of belonging to such a unique and exciting experience. I can’t wait to see the 2026 design."
The appointment comes 11 years after the Glasgow company proudly kitted out the 2014 Commonwealth Games workforce in a red, white and grey uniform that became synonymous with the Games’ volunteers, known as Clydesiders.
Running from 23 July to 2 August, Glasgow 2026 is the UK’s biggest sporting event next year bringing together 3,000 athletes from 74 nations and territories to compete across 10 sports and six Para sports at four of Scotland’s most iconic venues.
Originated in 1938 as Jacobs and Turner Limited, the Trespass brand was established in Glasgow in 1984 by Afzal and Akmal Khushi and now has 299 stores across the globe selling activewear and outdoor adventure equipment.
Mr. Afzal Khushi CBE and Mr. Akmal Khushi D. Univ. joint founders of Trespass said: “It’s great to be back! When we designed the uniform in 2014, we thought it was a once in a lifetime opportunity. So, getting the chance to be part of the Games again, in our home city, and design a second uniform is truly special.
“We know how important the uniform is for uniting the Games workforce and we’re now working hard to create a design that’s the perfect fit for Glasgow 2026”
Jade Gallagher, Chief Operating Officer of Glasgow 2026 said “It’s great to welcome back Trespass to the Games as a returning sponsor for 2026. The Games uniform means so much to our volunteers and is the first thing athletes and spectators will see as they approach our iconic venues. It is important that we have the best team producing it and we’re confident that with Trespass as our partner we will deliver a sustainable and iconic uniform design that will make Scotland and Glasgow proud.
“The people of Glasgow are truly at the heart of the 2026 Commonwealth Games, so it feels fitting that Trespass, a homegrown brand with over 40 years of experience in activewear and a sponsor of the 2014 Commonwealth Games is returning to design another uniform that will celebrate the city’s vibrant culture and unique heritage.”
Volunteer registration will open in September. To register your interest in volunteering, tickets, or to keep up to date with the latest news, visit www.glasgow2026.com
