Portable sanitation solutions for remote work

Posted on Wednesday 3 December 2025

TRAVELJOHN is now widely available across the UK, offering individuals, healthcare providers, employers, and emergency services a hygienic and discreet sanitation solution for situations where traditional toilet facilities are unavailable or unsuitable.

The range includes disposable urinal bags (both resealable plastic and paper-based options), solid waste collection kits, and disposable sick bags. All products feature the patented LIQSORB polymer technology that instantly transforms liquids into a leak-proof, odourless, spill-proof gel within seconds.

TravelJohn products contain no loose powder, eliminating the risk of spillage and mess. The absorbent polymer is safely encapsulated within a patented non-woven pouch inside each bag, creating a truly sanitary and odour-free waste disposal method suitable for men, women, and children.

The unisex design and compact size make TravelJohn products easy to store in glove compartments, bags, emergency kits, or medical facilities so it is ready whenever needed.

How it works

  1. Open the pouch
  2. Use as a portable toilet for all genders (unisex design with spill guard)
  3. LIQSORB instantly gels and deodorises waste within seconds
  4. Seal the bag using the resealable strip (plastic version) or peel-and-seal adhesive strip (paper version)
  5. Dispose discreetly in general or clinical waste bins

Each urinal bag can hold up to 800ml (28 fl. oz) and is puncture-resistant, non-toxic, and waste disposal safe.

Versatile applications

TravelJohn products serve anyone who needs convenient, hygienic sanitation when traditional or sanitary facilities aren’t accessible:

 Healthcare & medical

  • Patients with bladder and bowel conditions (incontinence, IBS, Crohn’s disease, colitis, overactive bladder)
  • Individuals with limited mobility seeking alternatives to bedpans and catheters
  • Reducing UTI risks associated with catheter use
  • Post-operative care and recovery
  • Home care and palliative care situations
  • Ambulance crews and emergency medical services
  • Elderly care and nursing facilities

Professional & industrial

  • Long-distance lorry and coach drivers
  • Construction and utility workers
  • Telecommunications engineers
  • Emergency services (Ambulance, police, fire, Coastguard rescue teams)
  • Small aircraft pilots

Travel & recreation

  • Road trips and traffic jams
  • Festival-goers avoiding long queues and unpleasant porta-loos
  • Camping and outdoor adventures
  • Coach and bus travel

Emergency preparedness

  • Natural disasters and severe weather events
  • Situations where restroom facilities are damaged or unavailable
  • First aid and emergency kits

Bladder & bowel conditions

  • Empowering individuals with incontinence, IBS, Crohn’s disease, colitis, or overactive bladder to travel and live confidently
  • Reducing toilet anxiety and urgency-related stress
  • Providing discreet emergency options in public places, vehicles, or at social events
  • Supporting active lifestyles without fear of accidents

Meeting real-world needs

“Whether it’s a patient managing bladder or bowel conditions who needs reliable, discreet solutions for everyday life and travel, a driver caught in traffic, or someone wanting to avoid disgusting public facilities, TravelJohn provides a civilised solution anytime, anywhere,” said Simon Ashton, managing director at TravelJohn UK. “Our products restore independence and confidence to people with medical conditions, while also serving anyone who finds themselves without access to suitable toilet facilities. Already a trusted essential across the United States, used by millions in healthcare, emergency services, and everyday life, TravelJohn is now bringing that same proven convenience and reliability to the UK market.”

For individuals living with conditions such as incontinence, IBS, Crohn’s disease, colitis, or overactive bladder, TravelJohn products offer peace of mind when venturing out. The compact, discreet design means they can be carried in handbags, backpacks, or car storage — providing immediate access to hygienic facilities without the anxiety of searching for public toilets or managing urgent situations in unsuitable environments.

The company also offers a lightweight toilet bucket seat, flame-retardant privacy tent that sets up in seconds, featuring three covered windows, an inside pocket for accessories, and easy access — perfect for outdoor use or emergency situations.

For more information, visit www.travelJohn.co.uk

 

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