Cleaning Industry news

• Global office market is in ‘a state of flux’

  16-03-2023 14:41 via fmj.co.uk
  
  A new report on the future of the office has revealed that while offices are here to stay, the sector is in ‘a full state of flux.’
  Analysis from a global survey, carried out by the Urban Land Institute (ULI) and The Instant Group, proves that occupiers are still trying to figure out the impact of new activity-based workplace (ABW) strategies and hybrid working patterns, leading to demands for a flexible approach from landlords who, at the same time, are trying to cope with cyclical
  
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• Sustainability celebrated at Metsä Tissue’s inaugural awards ceremony

  16-03-2023 13:54 via chtmag.com
  
  More than 200 cleaning industry leaders gathered for a black-tie Awards dinner on London’s iconic Cutty Sark on 15th March, as the winners of the Sustainability Awards were revealed. The event was the first in a new Awards programme launched by Metsä Tissue in the UK, in partnership with the Cleaning & Support Services Association, which aims to promote sustainability and reward its champions.
  Awards attendees enjoyed exclusive access to the Cutty Sark, which boasts three decks: t
  
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• Trade exclusive: The Cheeky Panda rolls out new luxury quilted sustainable bamboo toilet tissue

  16-03-2023 13:38 via chtmag.com
  
  The Cheeky Panda, a leading sustainable personal care, baby, and beauty brand, is launching a new line of The Cheeky Panda Luxury Quilted Sustainable Bamboo Toilet Tissue in cases of 36 rolls x 160 sheets exclusively for the B2B market, to help bring affordable and sustainable luxury to Britain’s businesses’ washrooms and restrooms, and the hotel and B&B sector. The new toilet tissue has a soft and gentle feel and is made with FSC and Vegan Society certified 100 per cent sustaina
  
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• Sustainability successes celebrated at Metsä Tissue’s inaugural awards ceremony

  16-03-2023 13:22 via fmj.co.uk
  
  More than 200 cleaning industry leaders gathered for a black-tie Awards dinner on London’s iconic Cutty Sark on 15th March, as the winners of the Sustainability Awards were revealed. The event was the first in a new Awards programme launched by Metsä Tissue in the UK, in partnership with the Cleaning & Support Services Association, which aims to promote sustainability and reward its champions.
  Awards attendees enjoyed exclusive access to the Cutty Sark, which boasts three decks: t
  
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• Innovations for FM

  16-03-2023 12:31 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Founder and Managing Director of Okappy, Richard Harris reviews the most significant technological changes that took place in 2022 and what FMs should look out for this year Technology is constantly evolving, with every new invention comes a new possibility and a new way to streamline processes. Looking at the industry as a whole, we’ve seen big changes across the board over the past year. In particular, we saw the continued growth of market networks. There’s also been a lot of
  
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• Energy concerns are impacting business competitiveness, the workforce and decarbonisation, according to new research

  16-03-2023 12:10 via fmj.co.uk
  
  New research shows that businesses around the world remain concerned about the impacts of energy security and prices, which could be a catalyst for a range of environmental, social and economic ripple effects.
  ABB Electrification’s Energy Insights survey of 2,300 leaders from small and large businesses across a range of sectors, found that 92 per cent of respondents feel that the continuing instability of energy is threatening their profitability and competitiveness. Energy costs and insec
  
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• Securitas Technology launches to redefine the future of the industry

  16-03-2023 11:27 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Securitas Technology, a global provider of integrated security systems has launched, bringing together STANLEY Security and Securitas’ electronic security operations under a new name.
  The announcement comes after Securitas’ acquisition of STANLEY Security in July 2022.
  Securitas Technology Global President, Tony Byerly commented: “We’re thrilled to officially launch Securitas Technology and share with clients the tremendous value we bring as a security partner. We ha
  
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• Senior appointment at J S Wright

  16-03-2023 10:41 via fmj.co.uk
  
  The mechanical and electrical services specialist has appointed Dean Burgess as IT Manager.
  Burgess brings to the role more than 15 years of experience in the IT industry. He was previously Head of IT for national children’s charity NYAS (National Youth Advisory Service), where he was instrumental in gaining the charity Cyber Essentials accreditation vital for gaining government contracts.
  Burgess, who will be based at the company’s HQ in Birmingham headquarters, will be responsible
  
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• Government Hub rated best public sector workplace experience with Leesman+

  16-03-2023 10:13 via fmj.co.uk
  
  The Government Property Agency’s (GPA) Birmingham office has achieved Leesman+ certification with a score that places it as the best employee workplace experience in the UK’s public sector.
  Leesman+ is a globally recognised certification that is awarded to top-tier workplaces following rigorous surveying, analysis and testing. It provides a precedent to organisations across the world for employee-focused workplace experiences. Leesman+ certified buildings create an elevated benchmark
  
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• Atlas appoints new cleaning managing director

  16-03-2023 09:59 via cleaningmag.com
  
  Atlas has announced the appointment of Ed Bolton into the newly created position of Atlas Cleaning Managing Director.
  
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• Sodexo introduces 24/7 automated deli solution for hospitals

  16-03-2023 09:52 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Sodexo has partnered with unattended retail experts, SV365 Technologies, to be the first provider in the UK to offer the 24/7 Deli, a ground-breaking automated retail solution.
  The announcement comes in Nutrition and Hydration Week 2023, an annual event to focus energies and create activity and engagement to promote nutrition and hydration as a fundamental element to maintaining health and wellbeing within health and social care. This innovative solution will help to boost staff morale, improve
  
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• Kingspan launches Pipe Insulation Carbon Calculator

  16-03-2023 09:36 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Kingspan Technical Insulation has introduced a new carbon calculator, helping consultants to understand how pipe insulation specifications can impact whole life carbon emissions and operating costs associated with heat losses from pipework systems.
  The Kingspan Kooltherm Pipe Insulation Carbon Calculator covers a range of system designs, pipe materials and diameters and operating parameters. Pipe insulation thicknesses can be easily set using the relevant tables within BS 5422 or enhanced thickn
  
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• Diversey to be acquired by Solenis in $4.6 billion deal

  16-03-2023 01:00
  In the US, Solenis and Diversey have entered into a definitive merger agreement under which Solenis will acquire Diversey in an all-cash transaction valued at an enterprise value of approximately $4.6 billion. Upon completion of the merger, Diversey will become a private company.Headquartered in Delaware, Solenis is a leading manufacturer of specialty chemicals used in water-intensive industries, which was acquired by Platinum Equity in 2021. Bain Capital, which invested in Diversey in 2017 and
  
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