About Safety Jogger
Safety Jogger is a Belgian brand specializing in personal protective equipment (PPE), best known for its safety footwear, workwear, and industrial protective gear. The brand was established in 2000 as part of the Belgian footwear company Cortina, leveraging decades of expertise in footwear manufacturing to develop affordable, high-quality safety products for professional use. Today, Safety Jogger is recognized as one of the world’s leading PPE brands, serving customers in more than 143 countries with millions of products sold annually. [1]
Company Overview
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Brand: Safety Jogger
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Founded: 2000
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Parent company: Cortina Group (Belgium)
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Industry: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
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Headquarters: Oudenaarde, Belgium
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Markets served: 143+ countries
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Products sold annually: Over 12 million PPE products
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Product categories: Safety footwear, workwear, gloves, head protection, eye protection, hearing protection, respiratory protection, socks, overshoes, and accessories. [3]
History
The origins of Safety Jogger trace back to 1950, when Cortina, a family-owned shoe manufacturer, was founded in Belgium. Over the following decades, Cortina expanded into an international footwear company with multiple brands.
In 2000, Cortina launched Safety Jogger to focus on occupational safety footwear. Initially concentrating on protective shoes, the brand rapidly expanded its product portfolio to include complete PPE solutions. Thanks to Cortina’s manufacturing experience, research capabilities, and global distribution network, Safety Jogger grew into a worldwide supplier of certified industrial safety products. [2]
Products
Safety Jogger provides a comprehensive range of PPE designed for industrial and professional environments.
Safety Footwear
Safety footwear remains the company’s flagship product. Its collections include:
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Steel toe safety shoes
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Composite toe safety shoes
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Waterproof safety boots
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Slip-resistant footwear
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Lightweight work shoes
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ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) footwear
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Tactical footwear
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Women’s safety footwear
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Occupational shoes for healthcare and hospitality
Many models comply with international standards such as EN ISO 20345 and are available in protection classes including S1, S1P, S2, S3, S4, S5, and newer classifications depending on the model. [4]
Workwear
Safety Jogger manufactures professional clothing designed for durability, comfort, and workplace safety, including:
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Jackets
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Trousers
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High-visibility clothing
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Coveralls
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Softshell garments
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Rainwear
Hand Protection
The company offers industrial gloves for applications such as:
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Mechanical work
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Precision handling
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Chemical resistance
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Cut protection
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Disposable gloves
Head-to-Toe PPE
Beyond footwear, Safety Jogger also produces:
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Safety helmets
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Respirators
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Safety goggles
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Hearing protection
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Safety overshoes
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Work socks
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Protective accessories
This broad portfolio supports the company’s strategy of offering a complete “head-to-toe” PPE solution. [5]
Technology
Safety Jogger incorporates various proprietary and industry-standard technologies into its products, including:
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Composite and steel toe caps
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Anti-slip outsoles
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Puncture-resistant midsoles
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Waterproof membranes
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Breathable linings
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Energy-absorbing heels
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Lightweight EVA midsoles
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ESD protection
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Oil- and fuel-resistant soles
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Heat-resistant outsoles
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Metal-free constructions for selected models
The company designs its products in Europe and validates them through in-house research, development, and testing facilities before commercial release. [6]
Industries Served
Safety Jogger products are used across a wide variety of industries, including:
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Construction
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Manufacturing
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Logistics
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Warehousing
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Oil and gas
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Mining
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Automotive
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Food processing
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Agriculture
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Healthcare
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Hospitality
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Cleaning services
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Chemical industry
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Security and tactical operations
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Maintenance and engineering [7]
Quality and Certifications
Safety Jogger manufactures PPE that complies with major international standards, including:
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EN ISO 20345 (Safety Footwear)
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EN ISO 20347 (Occupational Footwear)
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ASTM safety standards (selected products)
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CE certification
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UKCA certification (where applicable)
Its products undergo laboratory testing for:
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Impact resistance
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Compression resistance
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Slip resistance
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Water penetration
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Sole durability
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Electrical properties
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Abrasion resistance [8]
Global Presence
Safety Jogger operates through an international network of distributors and partners, supplying products to more than 143 markets across Europe, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, North America, and Latin America. The brand maintains extensive inventory and distribution capabilities to support rapid product availability worldwide. [9]
Vision
To deliver constant innovation in PPE by utilizing advanced technology and over 70 years of experience. [10]
Mission
Safety Jogger’s mission is to provide head-to-toe protection for every workplace, combining competitive pricing, dependable quality, modern design, and sustainable product development. [11]
Sustainability
The company emphasizes sustainability through:
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Durable product design
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Continuous material innovation
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Responsible product development
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Long product life cycles
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Ongoing improvements in manufacturing and supply chain practices [12]
Reputation
Safety Jogger has built a reputation for offering PPE that balances cost, comfort, and certified protection. Its products are widely used by professionals and organizations seeking reliable safety equipment across industrial sectors. The brand is particularly known for making certified European-designed safety footwear accessible at competitive price points. [13]





