Cleaning Industry news

• Cleanology expands presence with TC Bibby acquisition 

  10-11-2022 14:24 via chtmag.com
  Commercial cleaning firm, Cleanology, has continued its expansion programme with the acquisition of one of the largest cleaning contractors in North-West England, TC Bibby & Sons.
  Based in Wigan, TC Bibby & Sons launched in 1931 with Managing Director, Geoff Bibby, the third generation of Bibbys to steer the company. Geoff Bibby, along with all existing staff members, will remain with the company.
  The deal means Cleanology now employs over 1,200 people across the UK with revenues having
  
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• Rising energy bills may spark u-turn on businesses’ return to office plans this winter

  10-11-2022 13:38 via fmj.co.uk
  UK bosses are considering asking workers to stay at home to save on office energy bills this winter, according to a new survey of 1,000 senior leaders at UK companies.
  The research from freelance platform Fiverr found that 64 per cent of senior leaders are considering reversing their rhetoric around encouraging employees back into the office and 74 per cent of business owners feel the same, as the cost of living begins to bite for companies.
  However, this change of heart from businesses could sp
  
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• Amey focuses on essential skills for young people to tackle inequality

  10-11-2022 12:37 via fmj.co.uk
  Amey has launched a report which outlines the outcomes of bringing together a group of leading experts in employment skills, to discuss the current trends and approach in supporting the development of essential skills within young people programmes. 
  People from disadvantaged backgrounds have fewer opportunities to build essential skills, such as teamwork, speaking and listening, and problem solving, at school. This means fewer chances and motivation to upskill at work, which can lead to lo
  
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• Inviron retains police M&E deal

  10-11-2022 11:39 via fmj.co.uk
  Inviron has retained a three-year deal, valued at £1.2 million with Hertfordshire Constabulary for the delivery of a full suite of mechanical and electrical (M&E) services across its portfolio, consisting of approximately 45 sites.
  The technically led facilities management services business assists Hertfordshire Constabulary in its critical daily duties by ensuring that its M&E equipment and systems are safe, and appropriately maintained for its workforce and visitors. Inviron&rsq
  
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• G4S unveils UK-wide Supplier Diversity and Inclusion initiative

  10-11-2022 10:47 via fmj.co.uk
  G4S has launched a UK-wide Supplier Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) initiative to integrate more diverse suppliers into its supply chain.
  A supplier is considered diverse when 51 per cent or more is owned and operated by an individual or group that is part of a traditionally underrepresented or under-served group. These groups include business owned by people from ethnic minorities, women, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) community, those with disabilities, and those who
  
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• Ian Baker named Chair of IWFM Workspace SIG

  10-11-2022 10:11 via fmj.co.uk
  EMCOR UK’s Head of Workplace, Ian Baker, has been appointed as Chair of the IWFM Workspace Special Interest Group (SIG).
  The IWFM has 11 SIGs that cover a variety of themes, including sustainability, technology and people management. They are a place to seek expertise, opinion and guidance and encourage member interaction and networking through relevant opportunities.
  The Workspace SIG covers topics including management and culture, design and fit out, technology, and people planning.
  
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• Cleanology growth plans continue with acquisition of TC Bibby

  10-11-2022 09:59 via cleaningmag.com
  Cleanology has continued its expansion programme with the acquisition of one of the largest cleaning contractors in North-West England, TC Bibby & Sons.
  
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• Workplace guest service business Amplify launches

  10-11-2022 09:54 via fmj.co.uk
  A former senior leader at Portico has launched Amplify – a new front-of-house guest service brand offering reception, switchboard, reservations, events, and technical services.
  Aimed primarily at the business and industry sector, the Amplify business has launched its package of front of house and hospitality services and has already secured three clients in the media, agency, and consultancy sectors.
  The business also offers concierge and placemaking supp
  
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• ‘Revolutionary’ ultrasonic guttering monitoring technology and drainage management system launched for facilities managers

  10-11-2022 09:38 via fmj.co.uk
  Gutter and roof refurbishment systems expert Sharmans has launched an ultrasonic gutter monitoring technology and drainage management system to help facilities managers prevent the costly damage caused by roof leaks.
  RoofCare is a new easy-to-install system which analyses drainage performance and generates alerts to highlight capacity issues. The system also helps the planning of evidence-based gutter and roof fabric maintenance programmes.
  A video showing how the system works can be viewed here
  
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• ISS makes Switzerland acquisition

  10-11-2022 01:00
  Global facilities services provider ISS has strengthened its market position in Switzerland with the acquisition of facility management business Livit FM Services.Integration of the business is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2023. The moven will enable ISS to expand and develop its service delivery to the real estate industry sector, as Livit FM Services looks after a large proportion of Swiss Life properties in Switzerland.ISS Switzerland will take over 670 employees and key a
  
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