Cleaning Industry news

• Simply Certification becomes part of Normec

  24-02-2025 15:27 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Simply Certification, a leading certification body for the construction and decarbonisation industry, based in Jarrow, South Tyneside, has joined Netherlands-headquartered Normec, a specialist in the testing, inspection, certification and compliancy industry.
  Founded in 2020 Simply Certification provides certification for the construction industry across a range of standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 and ISO 45001.
  The business has also expanded its offering to include PAS2030, MCS
  
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• Workspace Design Show opens on Wednesday!

  24-02-2025 14:42 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Workspace Design Show London opens its doors this Wednesday, offering two days of learning, idea sharing, and product showcasing!
  A not to be missed event, attendees will experience a series of sensory design installations—from the Talks Lounges by Ryder Architecture and Gensler (sponsored by Umbrella) and the Mood Board Contest by Peldon Rose, to installations by Material Bank, Light by Hoare Lea, the Entrance by Sheppard Robson, and the Lounge by M Moser Associates.
  The event’s Tal
  
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• NHS SBS launches new Building Safety and Fire Compliance framework

  24-02-2025 14:16 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Corporate services provider, NHS Shared Business Services (NHS SBS) has launched a new framework agreement, Building Safety and Fire Compliance, to address the need for robust fire safety systems in healthcare settings.
  This comes as healthcare buildings across England face mounting infrastructure challenges, emphasising the need for fire safety, building maintenance, and compliance across NHS estates and the wider public sector.
  The framework agreement provides a full compliance offer, includin
  
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• Win £100 a day as Robert Scott celebrates 100 years with month of giving

  24-02-2025 13:15 via chtmag.com
  
  Cleaning manufacturer and distributor, Robert Scott, is marking its 100th anniversary with a month-long giveaway to recognise the commitment and loyalty of its customers.
  Throughout March, the Robert Scott Century Giveaway will see one customer a day offered the chance to win or donate £100.
  Robert Scott’s 100th customer of the day across the month will be presented with the option to take £100 off their order or have £100 donated on their behalf to one of five deserving
  
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• AI in training and education

  24-02-2025 13:05 via fmj.co.uk
  
  The hype around AI is so intense that there is a risk it will fail to capitalise on the opportunities it affords. Nowhere is this more salient, argues David Sharp CEO of learning provider International Workplace, than in training and education
  Let’s start with the hype. Founding DeepMind in 2011, Demis Hassabis defined its mission as solving “the problem of intelligence”, then using AI “to solve everything else”. Last year Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, called for $7 tr
  
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• Head of ESG and Safety hire at Houston & Hawkes

  24-02-2025 12:15 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Houston & Hawkes, independent B Corp caterer, has appointed James Carr as Head of ESG and Safety.
  With a strong focus on sustainability, safety, and long-term corporate responsibility, Carr will play a pivotal role in enhancing the company’s excellent safety record, driving forward its sustainability initiatives, and ensuring the company achieves its net zero commitments.
  Carr brings a wealth of expertise in environmental leadership, safety management, and ESG strategy to his new role.
  
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• GPA gets approval for Manchester Digital Campus

  24-02-2025 10:08 via fmj.co.uk
  
  The Government Property Agency (GPA) has been given the green light to build a major government office complex in Manchester.
  Manchester Digital Campus will be a state-of-the-art hub constructed on the former Central Retail Park in Ancoats after the city’s planning committee approved the GPA’s scheme at a meeting on Thursday 20 February 2025.
  The campus will bring together a number of Civil Service departments with a focus around digital skills and create significant employment oppo
  
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• Makita provides the soundtrack to your day with its new battery powered Bluetooth speaker

  24-02-2025 09:42 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Makita has launched a new cordless Bluetooth speaker designed for versatility and quality sound. Powered either by Makita’s 18V LXT or 40VMax XGT batteries, or AC mains power, the MR014G XGT/LXT Jobsite Speaker has been built to withstand the toughest work environments, offering professionals with a choice of music, podcasts, playlists, or even karaoke whatever the location.
  The new, compact MR014G Bluetooth Speaker is packed with a range of notable features that provide crystal clear, hig
  
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• Registrations open for 2025 Innovation Lab at London's Excel

  24-02-2025 01:00
  Delegate registration is now open for the 2025 Innovation Lab on March 27 at Excel London. Organised by facilities services specialist Carlisle Support Services, the event will bring together over 600 cleaning, security and facilities professionals for a day of education and networking.The programme will focus on sustainability, AI, robotics and complementary technologies designed to enhance people-based operations. For the first time there will be a dedicated sustainability partner, Neutral Car
  
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