Cleaning Industry news

• National Retrofit Conference highlights pressing need for skilled workforce as award winners lead the way

  15-03-2024 15:18 via fmj.co.uk
  
  The pressing need for a skilled retrofit workforce was once again the topic of much industry debate at the UK’s inaugural National Retrofit Conference, which took place at London’s ExCeL last week.
  Curated by The Retrofit Academy, the three-day Conference, in partnership with Futurebuild saw policymakers, industry leaders and other interested parties share their views on the best retrofit practice that will accelerate progress toward a more sustainable future.
  Day one of the Conferen
  
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• The new AI Act and its impact on the facilities sector

  15-03-2024 14:33 via fmj.co.uk
  
  By Peter Smyth, Director of Technology & Innovation, and Olga Mitropoulou, Director of Risk & Compliance at Bidvest Noonan
  On Wednesday, the EU passed the world’s first comprehensive AI law, the Artificial Intelligence Act. This Act is set to establish unprecedented standards for AI usage and regulatory compliance. Its significance will be particularly pronounced for the private security and facilities industries in the EU. However, the significance of this Act extends far beyond E
  
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• Sodexo extends hospital partnerships

  15-03-2024 14:08 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Sodexo Health & Care has extended its relationship with the Royal Stoke University Hospital (RSUH), part of the University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust (UHNM) and Haywood Hospital, part of the wider Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (MPFT), for a further 10 years.
  Valued at £38 million per annum, the new contract, which is part of a PFI (Private Finance Initiative) covering both Royal Stoke University Hospital and Haywood Hospital, will see Sodexo continue to deliver c
  
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• Don’t miss this world-leading Infection Prevention & Control Event!

  15-03-2024 13:32 via chtmag.com
  
  The 16th Annual Infection Prevention Society Conference: Infection Prevention 2024, will be taking place at the ICC Birmingham from 23-25 September.
  The event’s innovative scientific programme features sessions led by international and national experts in infection prevention. Discover insightful topics, workshops, and discussions designed to advance knowledge and strategies in combating healthcare-related infections.
  Highlights:
  Inspiring scientific programme covering infection prevention
  
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• Recruitment dilemma – balancing growth with difficulties finding the right talent

  15-03-2024 13:12 via chtmag.com
  
  Samsic UK’s HR Director Andrew Safu-Poku Jnr and Finance Director Baldip Brreach discuss the recruitment and retention issues that are being felt throughout the facilities management industry, and look at ways in which talented employees can not only be found, but kept.
  Recruitment issues, skills shortages and retention difficulties are putting businesses under pressure throughout the UK. Service industries, haulage and construction are just a few of the sectors that are becoming more and
  
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• CSSA to host Innovation and Technology Seminar

  15-03-2024 12:02 via cleaningmag.com
  
  Join the CSSA for an insightful Innovation and Technology Seminar tailored for the cleaning industry on Wednesday 24th April in Manchester.
  
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• Safety in the city

  15-03-2024 11:58 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Matthew Holliday, Director of Technical Services and Field Operations at the National Security Inspectorate, describes how an existing innovative partnership scheme protecting multi-occupancy commercial buildings has been repurposed, unlocking a spectrum of potential benefits for FMs beyond its City of London origins
  Facilities managers play a vital role in influencing property owners and managing agents to proactively manage security challenges.
  Now a forward thinking, partnership-led initiativ
  
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• Employers urged to back homelessness pledge

  15-03-2024 11:45 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Six months since the launch of the Government-backed Homelessness Covenant, more than 160 businesses have registered their interest in joining the Government’s drive to help prevent and end homelessness, starting in the workplace.Employers across the country are being urged to sign up to the Covenant and support people at risk of or experiencing homelessness – including those ‘sofa surfing’ or in temporary accommodation – to stay in work through supportive employme
  
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• New CFO at Willmott Dixon

  15-03-2024 11:10 via fmj.co.uk
  
  James Mackenzie has been appointed to the role of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at independent construction and property services company, Willmott Dixon.
  The appointment follows the announcement of Rick Willmott stepping into the role of Executive Chairman at the start of 2024, with previous CFO Graham Dundas succeeding him as Willmott Dixon’s Chief Executive.
  Mackenzie, who will also join the company’s main board, was previously CFO at Willmott Dixon’s joint venture partnersh
  
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• Envirotech opens its first international office

  15-03-2024 10:45 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Continuing its strategic development across the UK and Ireland, Envirotech FM has opened an office in Ireland, under the Envirotech Property Services sub-brand.
  Located in Dublin, the office marks an entry point into the European market to further build upon the significant growth experienced by the company in the UK market.
  The Dublin office will be headed up by Jeff Smith, who joined Envirotech Group in 2018 as a partner. With over 30 years working in the property and FM industry, including 10
  
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• Stadium Support Service partners with BASIS to advance sustainable practices within the sports industry

  15-03-2024 10:21 via fmj.co.uk
  
  The national provider of facilities management, commercial cleaning and rope access services has entered a 12 Principles Partnership with the British Association For Sustainable Sport (BASIS) to advance sustainable practices within sports and entertainment venues.
  The collaboration signals the company’s commitment to being part of a forward-thinking and environmentally conscious network. By teaming up with BASIS, an organisation dedicated to “educate, engage and empower sport in the
  
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• Two new hires for Atlas Security’s management team

  15-03-2024 09:56 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Following significant growth in Scotland and the Midlands, the security services provider has appointed two new leaders as part of its growth plans.
  Emmanuel Fadunmoye (pictured left) has joined the business as Security Account Manager for the Midlands region and brings a wealth of experience, having spent 20 years in the security sector. His main role revolves around the retention of existing contracts and the mobilisation of new ones, ensuring high standards of service delivery.
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• Knightsbridge launches next generation CCT fire-rated downlight

  15-03-2024 09:35 via fmj.co.uk
  
  With the choice of three colour temperatures and five bezel finishes, the CFR5CCT fire-rated downlight from Knightsbridge – one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of wiring accessories and lighting – is able to adapt lighting to fit the demands of every location.
  Providing a versatile three-in-one lighting solution, the CFR5CCT features tri-CCT that provides three colour temperatures: 3000K, Warm White; 4000K, Cool White; and 5500K, daylight. Supplied with a white bezel as stand
  
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• A.I.S.E. welcomes European Parliament vote on Detergents Regulation

  15-03-2024 01:00
  The European Association for the Detergents and Maintenance Products Industry (A.I.S.E.) has welcomed the European Parliament's landmark plenary vote on the revision of the Detergents Regulation.It says the vote is an essential milestone in the ongoing journey to update the Detergents Regulation. It aims not only to achieve its environmental objectives but also to ensure the Regulation is implementable in practice and fosters industry innovation."The European Parliament's vote is a significant s
  
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