Cleaning Industry news

• Collaboration takes centre stage at Electrolux Professional Laundry Partner Conference

  21-01-2026 12:51 via chtmag.com
  On 6 November, Electrolux Professional laundry partners from across the UK & Ireland gathered at Staverton Park Hotel & Golf Club, Daventry, for the 2025 edition of the manufacturer’s laundry partner conference.
  After an introductory speech from Paul Frost, Country Manager for the UK & Ireland, to emphasise the focus of the day, guests were joined by two Māori warriors in their traditional dress. Partners were first treated to a performance of the haka and learned about it
  
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• Shopping centre in Wales takes the crown for the best loos in the UK

  21-01-2026 12:40 via chtmag.com
  A shopping centre in Wales – St David’s Dewi Sant in Cardiff – has been judged to have the best public ‘loos’ in the UK as winners of this year’s Loo of the Year Awards.
  Sixteen companies and individuals received trophies at the annual awards which took place on 14 January at the National Motorcycle Museum in Solihull.  
  More than 1,500 businesses from across the UK entered the annual awards to have their ‘away-from ho
  
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• Elyos AI raises a $13m Series A to build AI agents for the trades

  21-01-2026 12:07 via fmj.co.uk
  London-based Elyos AI, the AI platform for the trades and field services industry, has raised a $13 million (£9.7m) Series A to accelerate product development and international expansion.
  Elyos AI helps trades businesses – including plumbers, electricians, HVAC and facilities operators – automate customer communications, booking, dispatch, and follow-ups using AI agents that integrate directly with industry-standard systems. Its agents handle inbound calls, outbound follow-ups,
  
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• Mitie bags multi-year security contract with Asda

  21-01-2026 11:23 via fmj.co.uk
  Mitie has won a new security contract with Asda to deliver services across over 1,100 locations nationwide including Asda Superstores, Supermarkets, Living and Express stores.
  This multi-year contract builds on Mitie’s existing relationship with the retailer, having already provided security across Asda’s Logistics Estate since July 2019.
  Leveraging its expertise in advanced security intelligence, Mitie will support Asda in transitioning to a data-driven, outcome-focused security mod
  
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• Gtech announces Hollywood Bollywood Charity Ball

  21-01-2026 10:56 via cleaningmag.com
  GTech has announced details of its Hollywood Bollywood Charity Ball, taking place at Stanbrook Abbey on Saturday 7 March from 6:30pm until midnight. Ticketing closes at the end of January so act fast!
  
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• Harmony Fire secures place on £100m framework

  21-01-2026 10:39 via fmj.co.uk
  Harmony Fire has been appointed to the £100 million NHC Procurement Active Fire Framework.
  The four-year public sector framework encompasses consultancy, supply and installation, servicing and fully managed services, and is available to a wide range of public sector organisations across the UK.
  Harmony Fire was successfully appointed to Lot 1 – Fire Products Supply and Installation, Lot 2 – Consultancy and Lot 3 – Servicing, with the national life safety specialist s
  
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• Business Moves Group appoints southern regional manager

  21-01-2026 10:17 via fmj.co.uk
  Workplace moves specialist, Business Moves Group (BMG), has appointed Ricky Kruger as its Southern Regional Manager.
  In his new role, Kruger will take overall responsibility for BMG’s southern operations, ensuring compliance and operational procedures are in place to support the company’s distribution network. He will also explore new opportunities and support BMG to meet the growing demand for logistical support in business end user logistics and last-mile deliveries.
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• Principle Cleaning Services’ Douglas Cooke recognised among Top 100 Influential People 2026

  21-01-2026 09:51 via chtmag.com
  Principle Cleaning Services’ Founder and Executive Chairman, Douglas Cooke, has been named in the Top 100 Influential People 2026, a programme administered by Awards Intelligence.
  Following five decades of leadership, innovation and advocacy, Cooke is a highly influential figure in the cleaning and facilities management industry. Cooke founded Principle in 1989, and today the company employs over 3,000 people, generates a turnover exceeding £120 million and is the trusted cleaning pa
  
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• Principle’s Douglas Cooke named among Top 100 Influential People 2026

  21-01-2026 09:40 via fmj.co.uk
  Douglas Cooke, Founder and Executive Chairman of Principle Cleaning Services has been named in the Top 100 Influential People 2026. The programme administered by Awards Intelligence, recognises those whose leadership, innovation and impact extend beyond business results to influence positive change within their industries and communities.
  Following five decades of leadership, innovation and advocacy, Cooke is a highly influential figure in the cleaning and facilities management industry. Cooke f
  
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