Asda announces huge new 24/7 change in UK supermarkets from May | UK | News

Asda has announced a major change at many of its locations nationwide. The supermarket confirmed that, from May 2026, customers will have 24/7 access to washing machines while doing their regular shop.

In partnership with ME Group International, 700 self-service laundry machines will be installed across various Asda sites, allowing shoppers to tackle grocery shopping and laundry at the same time. The large-capacity 9kg and 20kg drums will be installed across Asda Supercentres, Superstore, supermarkets and Express locations, with customers able to wash and dry clothes whilst shopping. The supermarket said that energy-efficient and high-speed drying machines will be able to accommodate anything from every laundry to larger household loads.

They will also be available to use 24/7 at many locations.

Joseph Sutton, vice president, Asda Express, foodservice and fuel, said: “We’re always looking for new ways to make life easier for the customers who shop with us, particularly by strengthening the breadth of services that meet their needs under one roof.

“This large‑scale rollout of Wash.ME units give customers a quick, convenient and great‑value way to tackle their laundry while they shop. We’re pleased to be working with ME Group on this significant partnership and look forward to seeing the benefits it brings to customers across the UK.”

Deputy chief executive officer of ME Group, Vladimir Crasneanscki described Asda as “the perfect company to partner with”. He said that Asda’s “innovative and fast-paced approach will enable us to deploy our units rapidly”.

Mr Crasneanscki added: “We are delighted to announce this partnership; this is the largest single client deal in the history of our laundry division and demonstrates the growing demand for our services.

“The rapid expansion of our Wash.ME laundry services is a key strategic priority for the Group, driven by strong consumer demand. In 2025, we announced a record number of Wash.ME machine installations of 1,326 across our geographies, and we have clear ambitions to continue building on this progress.

“This partnership is indicative of our intention to further cement our UK market-leading position in the unattended laundry segment.”