About Us

The Drycleaning Institute of Australia is the peak industry association representing drycleaning businesses in Australia

The DIA has a prime responsibility for assistance of its members in the various areas of small business and drycleaning industry related matters. These include the care labelling standards, environmental concerns, customer service, and training and education of drycleaners, the public and the manufacturing sector.

DIA is the only Australian regional affiliate of the Drycleaning and Laundry Institute(DLI), the international association representing the dry cleaning and laundry industries.

Mission Statement

The Drycleaning Institute of Australia is the peak industry association representing drycleaning businesses in Australia.
The Mission of the Drycleaning Institute of Australia is to promote, foster & develop the drycleaning industry and to support the interests of its members.
In order to achieve our Mission, Drycleaning Institute of Australia will:

Advocate and represent members on matters of importance
Promote the Drycleaning Institute of Australia brand and drycleaning
Provide products & services to the drycleaning industry
Conduct conferences and training and run events
Inform & educate members and stakeholders
Set drycleaning industry standards
Develop partnerships to assist the association and membership
Ensure good governance & effective management

Advocacy

DIA, being the peak body representing the drycleaning industry in Australia, provides a strong unified voice advocating for and safeguarding your business interests, particularly in the following areas





·       Environmental issues and regulations (EPA)

·       Industry Training Boards

·       Care Labelling Reviews- negotiations with the ACCC

·       Modern Award conditions and wages rates (FWA)

·       Energy- organising funding for Energy Audits

·       Media voice on all issues involving drycleaning issues.

Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Services - Australia Market Research Report

Date Published: April 2018
Clean sweep: Industry revenue grows as businesses outsource laundering activities

The Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Services industry has performed strongly over the past five years, with steady demand growth and greater outsourcing from hospitals and the hospitality sector benefiting the industry. The industry comprises companies that provide dry-cleaning, laundering, linen and uniform hire (in conjunction with laundering services), carpet cleaning and laundrette services to a range of sectors. Key markets include hospitality, health, government and other service businesses. Bulk products such as sheets and towels are generally collected from client sites by industry firms, processed and then returned within an agreed time period. Households account for a large, but declining, proportion of industry demand...read more.

Industry Threats & Opportunities

The healthcare and household sectors are the main markets for the industry
Carpet cleaning has remained weak, as other flooring has become popular over carpet
Ongoing outsourcing of laundry and uniform rental services is projected to boost industry revenue
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Industry Report - Industry Investment Chapter

The Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Services industry has a moderate capital intensity level. For every dollar required for wages in 2017-18, approximately $0.22 is projected to be invested in capital plant, equipment and vehicles. Wages are a major cost item for the industry due to the large number of required workers, while depreciation expenses are also comparatively high. Large laundering firms in the industry use commercial washing and drying equipment to clean apparel and linen, which requires significant investment. Dry-cleaning firms also invest in large and efficient dry-cleaning equipment to carry out similar tasks. Many industry firms have improved operating efficiencies with greater investment in capital equipment over the past five years. Thi...purchase to read more.

Additional Insights for the Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Services Industry

IBISWorld identifies 250 Key Success Factors for a business.The most important for the Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Services Industry are

Having a good technical knowledge of the product
Proximity to key markets
Having an extensive distribution/collection network
IBISWorld analysts also discuss how external factors such as Demand from health care and social assistance and Demand from accommodation and food services in the Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Services industry impact industry performance..

What is the Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Services Industry?

Industry establishments provide laundry and dry-cleaning services, as well as linen, uniform and nappy hire services. The services may be accessed through self-service facilities, such as coin-operated facilities, or through facilities operated by industry players.

Industry Products
Laundering and rental services
Dry-cleaning services
Laundrette provision
Carpet cleaning services
Industry Activities
Automatic, self-service laundry operations (coin-operated)
Baby nappy hire services
Carpet, upholstery and rug cleaning
Clothing, hat or garment cleaning services
Curtain and drapery cleaning services
Dry-cleaning services
Laundry operations and services
Linen hire and rental services
Linen sterilisation services
Uniform and workwear hire services

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IBISWorld’s Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Services market research report can be used to help you: understand market size and growth potential; major companies; draft business plans and pitch books; and conduct benchmarking and SWOT analysis. Our industry analysis highlights macro industry trends in the overall sector and micro trends faced by companies that do business in the industry. The industry report also provides key industry statistics and 5-year forecasts to anticipate future industry prospects so you can decide with confidence.

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This report on Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Services:
Provides Market Size information to assist with planning and strategic decisions.
Includes the necessary information to perform SWOT, PEST and STEER analysis.
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Analyses key performance and operational metrics so that you can benchmark against your own business, that of your customers’ businesses, or your competitors’ businesses.
The Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Services market research report includes:
Historical data and analysis for the key drivers of this industry
A five-year forecast of the market and noted trends
Detailed research and segmentation for the main products and markets
An assessment of the competitive landscape and market shares for major companies
And of course, much more
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