Cleaning Industry news

• Daresbury Laboratory contract win for Kimpton

  04-02-2026 15:20 via fmj.co.uk
  Hard FM services provider, Kimpton, has been appointed by the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) Daresbury Laboratory to provide management and maintenance of its heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems, following a competitive tender process.
  The HVAC planned preventative maintenance (PPM) contract involves ongoing responsibility for management of a large and varied HVAC asset base of more than 450 pieces of plant.
  Kimpton, which is headquartered in Bromborough, already
  
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• 50,000 school breakfasts funded by Houston & Hawkes

  04-02-2026 13:51 via fmj.co.uk
  Independent B Corp caterer Houston & Hawkes has funded 50,000 school breakfasts through its partnership with Magic Breakfast since partnering with the charity in January 2024, supporting children across the UK who are at risk of starting the school day hungry.
  Magic Breakfast provides nutritious breakfasts to schoolchildren in need, helping to improve their concentration, wellbeing and learning. Pupils receive items such as bagels, bread, porridge and milk, which are provided through a
  
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• Only 21% of UK schools have installed smart ventilation systems

  04-02-2026 13:33 via fmj.co.uk
  According to a new study by indoor ventilation experts, Airflow, four in five UK schools (79 per cent) are yet to adopt smart ventilation systems, meaning the vast majority of education buildings continue to rely on outdated or insufficient ventilation contributing to elevated levels of CO₂ and other indoor pollutants.
  The research also reveals that nearly one-third (29 per cent) of schools do not have any carbon dioxide (CO₂) monitoring in classrooms, despite clear evidence that ele
  
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• Acivico FM secures place on NHC’s Active Fire Framework

  04-02-2026 12:53 via fmj.co.uk
  Acivico FM has been awarded a place on the Northern Housing Consortium (NHC) Active Fire Framework, strengthening its ability to provide high‑quality fire safety consultancy services to local authorities, combined authorities, ALMOs and associations that provide social housing for tenants in the North.
  The framework provides NHC members with access to approved, competent suppliers to help them meet their fire safety responsibilities and manage risk across a wide range of building types.
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• The TSA gets ready for an eventful 2026

  04-02-2026 12:24 via chtmag.com
  The Textile Services Association has announced its first tranche of initiatives and events for the new year, highlighting the full benefits available to members.
  2026 will see the TSA continue its focus on sustainability, building and strengthening partnerships within the industry and its partners, and working to ensure the voice of the sector is heard in government as well as in other industries. The Association is also continuing to develop its comprehensive training programmes and support ser
  
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• CBAi launches first AI marketing course designed specifically for cleaning, FM, and environmental Sectors

  04-02-2026 12:09 via chtmag.com
  CBAi, the specialist AI training and consultancy provider for essential industries, has launched the AI Marketing Roadmap. This is the first practical AI course designed specifically for professionals in the cleaning, facilities management, and environmental services sectors.
  The 10-module on-demand course addresses a growing frustration among B2B marketers: generic AI training. Too often, it fails to account for the realities of working in technical, compliance-driven industries where tender de
  
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• Sound & Vision

  04-02-2026 11:38 via fmj.co.uk
  Ulysse Dormoy, Chief Executive Officer, Atrium explains why acoustic lighting is the hidden link to productivity and comfort in commercial buildings
  The modern workplace has undergone a dramatic transformation over the past decade, with open-plan offices, collaborative zones, flexible meeting spaces, and exposed concrete ceilings becoming the standard. While these layouts encourage interaction and creativity, they also introduce challenges that can significantly impact employee wellbeing and pro
  
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• Expert insight: NHS estates teams struggle with maintenance backlog as fragmented asset data risks patient safety

  04-02-2026 11:19 via fmj.co.uk
  NHS estates teams are navigating an increasingly precarious position as compounded building maintenance decisions that were once purely operational now directly impact patient care and safety, says SFG20, the industry standard for building maintenance.
  Across the National Health Service, trusts are managing a staggering £15.9 billion maintenance backlog whilst also contending with infrastructure incidents and recruitment freezes that are preventing them from meeting growing demands. At the
  
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• BMG partners with Iron Mountain to deliver enhanced workplace transformation support

  04-02-2026 10:49 via fmj.co.uk
  Business Moves Group (BMG) has partnered with Iron Mountain to deliver an integrated workplace transformation service that combines physical moves, asset management and information governance under a single accountable partner.
  The partnership addresses a growing challenge for organisations managing hybrid estates. According to WORKTECH Academy’s World of Work 2026 report, workplaces are shifting from “productivity theatres to performance enhancers”, with organisations under pr
  
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• In the Spotlight: Kitty Cunningham, Ops Director, Geo Green Power

  04-02-2026 10:02 via fmj.co.uk
  With a lifespan of over 25 years a solar PV installation is a long-term, strategic investment that is required to perform at its best for many years in order to deliver savings and energy security. Geo Green Power’s Operations Director, Kitty Cunningham, discusses the planning and installation process for a solar PV installation; and how her team ensures the systems they hand over to facilities teams are designed for longevity and ease.With substantial energy bill and emissions savings sol
  
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• Rubbermaid launches new range of stylish solutions for small spaces

  04-02-2026 08:00 via cleaningmag.com
  Rubbermaid Commercial Products (RCP) has announced the expansion of its waste and recycling range with stylish solutions designed for light traffic areas under its Rubbermaid brand.
  
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