Cleaning Industry news

• United Infrastructure secures contract with Cadent

  19-02-2026 13:05 via fmj.co.uk
  United Infrastructure, a leading provider of solutions for the UK’s critical infrastructure, has won a contract with Cadent Gas to deliver a major redevelopment at Bromley-By-Bow Gasworks, one of London’s most historically significant industrial sites.
  Home to the UK’s largest collection of Grade II listed gasholders, Bromley-By-Bow Gasworks forms a key part of the wider Bromley-By-Bow masterplan, which aims to preserve the site’s industrial heritage while unlocking
  
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• The road ahead 2026: Challenges and opportunities for FM

  19-02-2026 12:47 via fmj.co.uk
  The facilities management sector faces a range of challenges in 2026. These include dealing with economic pressures, attracting and retaining talent, navigating rapid technological changes and increasing sustainability demands. How do you think the sector will meet these challenges and create opportunities this year?
  THE STRATEGY AND DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR’S VIEWDAVE HARRIS,VINCI FACILITIES
  As 2026 begins, facilities management stands at a crossroads. Economic pressures are real, but the big
  
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• It’s not all tiaras and turrets: The chartered director behind the maintenance of the Royal estate  

  19-02-2026 11:48 via fmj.co.uk
  The Property Section of the Royal Household is responsible for the upkeep of Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle and a diverse estate including residential properties, workshops and mausolea
  Tim Maynard, Head of Property Projects, has been overseeing the delivery of high profile projects, across the vast royal estate, for over a decadeAfter starting his career in the property and construction sector and qualifying as a Chartered Surveyor (MRICS), Tim Maynard began a defining chapter in 2014 when
  
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• IWFM relaunches Women in FM Network

  19-02-2026 11:27 via fmj.co.uk
  IWFM has relaunched its Women in FM Network, renewing the Institute’s commitment to supporting women across the workplace and facilities management profession.
  The refreshed WiFM Network will focus on widening participation, strengthening career pathways and helping more women thrive in every part of the sector.
  IWFM says whilst the workplace and facilities management profession continues to evolve at pace, women remain underrepresented in senior FM roles and specialist pathways. In recogn
  
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• Former Carillion Chief Exec fined by the FCA

  19-02-2026 11:04 via fmj.co.uk
  Richard Howson has been fined £237,700 by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) for his part in misleading statements being issued by Carillion plc.
  As Group Chief Executive, the FCA said Howson was aware of serious financial troubles in Carillion’s UK construction business, yet he failed to reflect this in company announcements or alert its board and audit committee, leading to poor oversight.
  The fine was imposed after Howson withdrew his challenge to the FCA’s decision.
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• Churchill retains Bronze EcoVadis Medal for sustainability 

  19-02-2026 10:24 via fmj.co.uk
  Churchill Group awarded Bronze EcoVadis Medal for its sustainability performance
  Churchill Group has retained its Bronze EcoVadis Medal and improved on its score from last year, placing it in the 71st percentile of all companies rated.
  The company’s environmental performance was a particular highlight, with full marks for both certifications and coverage – reflecting the breadth of its ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 accreditations across its operations. It also achieved particularly strong
  
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• Director hire at Atlas

  19-02-2026 10:03 via fmj.co.uk
  UK-based facilities management business, Atlas, has strengthened its senior leadership team with the appointment of Boris Pomroy as Group Marketing and Communications Director.
  Pomroy took up the role in January and reports to Group CEO Chris Wisely. He will lead marketing and communications across the Group, with a focus on telling the Atlas story through the lens of its 15,000 colleagues and supporting the next phase of disciplined, sustainable growth.
  Pomroy brings a multi-sector career spann
  
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• Dulux partners with nooku to highlight impact of water-based and 99.9% VOC-free paint on indoor air quality

  19-02-2026 09:42 via fmj.co.uk
  AkzoNobel has announced a new partnership between Dulux and nooku, the indoor air quality monitor, to showcase the measurable benefits of choosing water-based and low-VOC paints, such as Dulux Trade Diamond Matt 99.9% VOC Free Emulsion, Dulux Easycare Kitchen and Dulux Walls and Ceilings ranges, on indoor air quality.
  Dulux has long been working to reduce solvent levels across many of its product ranges, from trim to emulsions and wood and metal paints. Although the pollution impact of VOCs (Vol
  
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