Cleaning Industry news

• Goldman Sachs Alternatives finalises acquisition of a majority stake in Adler & Allan

  20-08-2024 13:55 via fmj.co.uk
  
  The Private Equity business within Goldman Sachs Alternatives has completed its acquisition of a majority stake in environmental risk reduction and advisory services firm, Adler & Allan.
  The deal closure marks a significant milestone in Adler & Allan’s history and the partnership will serve to support the company as it embarks on the next phase of growth.
  Founded in 1926 and headquartered in Harrogate, Adler & Allan is a leading UK-based environmental risk reduction specialist,
  
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• King’s College London brings 150 FM staff in-house

  20-08-2024 12:12 via fmj.co.uk
  
  King’s College London has welcomed around 150 employees previously working for Equans to provide facilities management services on the Guy’s and Waterloo campuses.
  The staff employed by Equans, formerly known as Bouygues, transferred from New Hunts House (NHH) and Franklin-Wilkins building (FWB) to King’s and are now directly employed by the University. NHH and FWB were built as part of a 25-year Private Finance Initiative (PFI) contract between King’s and Equans which ca
  
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• Zero waste to landfill

  20-08-2024 11:12 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Zero waste to landfill offers businesses the chance to reduce costs, meet targets and show that they are serious about sustainability. Emily Hare at Valpak by Reconomy explains how to prepare
  Over 40 million tonnes of waste are produced by UK industry each year. Dealing with this waste comes at a cost both to business and to the environment, so businesses that choose to pursue zero waste to landfill are taking advantage of a valuable opportunity to reduce costs, meet ESG targets and demonstrate
  
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• Atlas Workplace Services receives fourth gold medal for occupational H&S

  20-08-2024 10:51 via fmj.co.uk
  
  For the fourth year in a row the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) has awarded facilities management specialist, Atlas Workplace Services, with a gold medal.
  The RoSPA Health and Safety Awards is the largest occupational health and safety awards programme in the UK and is now into its 68th year, with almost 2,000 entries annually. RoSPA aims to put a spotlight on unwavering commitment to continuous improvement and performance excellence. The awards committee looks at ent
  
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• Metsä extends entry deadline for 2025 Sustainability Awards

  20-08-2024 10:44 via cleaningmag.com
  
  Metsä Group’s tssue paper business, Metsä Tissue, has announced a deadline extension for entry into the 2025 Sustainability Awards.
  
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• Pinnacle Group boosts affordable housing portfolio

  20-08-2024 10:32 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Pinnacle Group, a provider of housing and community-facing neighbourhood services across the UK, is set to offer more affordable accommodation across the country as it boosts its portfolio by 250 homes.
  The homes – constructed by developer Persimmon – will now fall under the management of Pinnacle Spaces, one of Pinnacle’s two Registered Providers, who will act as landlord.
  Pinnacle Spaces aims to increase the supply of high-quality, well-managed affordable housing across Engla
  
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• Head of learning and development appointment at Baxterstorey

  20-08-2024 09:55 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Hannah Carter has been promoted to the position of Head of Learning and Development at hospitality business, BaxterStorey.
  Carter, who has a 30-year career in hospitality and retail, has been working for BaxterStorey for the last two years, having initially joined as a senior learning and development manager.
  Reporting to Arran McDowell, People Director for BaxterStorey UK and Europe, Carter has been tasked with creating and implementing the company’s talent, learning strategy, and leading
  
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• Knightsbridge’s commercial downlights meet every need

  20-08-2024 09:37 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Tailored to address every commercial need from office to factory, three new downlights offered by Knightsbridge – one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of wiring accessories and lighting – share key features such as plug and play connectors for easy installation and dimmable drivers as standard. The line-up consists of Kara, Sara and Seren, all of which deliver superior energy efficiency through advanced LED technology, with a rating of at least IP20.
  The downlights offer vers
  
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• Vacuum robot dog can locate and suck up rubbish with its feet

  20-08-2024 01:00
  A group of Italian scientists have built a quadruped robot capable of identifying litter and picking up smaller items using leg-mounted vacuums.VERO has been designed to seek out small items of refuse such as cigarette butts. Discarded butts are said to pose a risk to the world's oceans because they release toxic chemicals and microplastics as they break down. They are also described as being one of the most common items of undisposed waste and are often found in terrains that are hard to reach
  
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• European Cleaning & Hygiene Awards - just three weeks to go!

  20-08-2024 01:00
  In just three weeeks, we'll be on our way to Lisbon to celebrate with the finalists of the European Cleaning & Hygiene Awards 2024 and crown our winners. Will you be joining us in October for the biggest night of the year for our industry?Even if you're not a finalist, attending the event is a great opportunity to enjoy a fantastic night of networking, entertainment, team building and inspiring industry stories. It's where we get to celebrate and champion the work of the most inspiring indus
  
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• European Cleaning & Hygiene Awards - just six weeks to go!

  20-08-2024 01:00
  In just six weeeks, we'll be on our way to Lisbon to celebrate with the finalists of the European Cleaning & Hygiene Awards 2024 and crown our winners. Will you be joining us in October for the biggest night of the year for our industry?Even if you're not a finalist, attending the event is a great opportunity to enjoy a fantastic night of networking, entertainment, team building and inspiring industry stories. It's where we get to celebrate and champion the work of the most inspiring industr
  
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