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• Astley Hire marks 60 years in business

  04-06-2026 09:00 via cleaningmag.com
  
  Astley Hire, an equipment hire and training company based in Leigh, is marking 60 years in business in 2026. The firm supplies access, cleaning, cooling and heating hire solutions and delivers accredited training for customers across the North West.
  
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• Compass recognised at RoSPA Awards

  04-06-2026 13:35 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Compass Group UK & Ireland has been recognised by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA), for its high standards and commitment to accident prevention.
  2026 marks the 70th anniversary of the RoSPA Awards, which began as a small event to recognise the achievements of companies prioritising the safety of workers in the UK, and has now grown into the biggest and most prestigious health and safety awards programme in the world.
  With 2,000 entries from over 60 countries, e
  
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• Another year of progress for Mitie

  04-06-2026 13:18 via fmj.co.uk
  
  UK technology-led Facilities Management, Transformation and Compliance company, Mitie, has released its full year results for the 12 months to 31 March 2026 (‘FY26’), which reveals double-digit growth in revenue, operating profit and free cash flow, alongside a record order book and bidding pipeline.
  Mitie reports revenue for the 12 months to 31 March 2026 (FY26) grew by 10.5% to £5,619m (FY25: £5,083m), with organic growth of 5.3%, which it states remains well ahead of U
  
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• Cleaning ergonomics: Robert Scott launches Ergo-Globe Curve Handle

  04-06-2026 12:32 via chtmag.com
  
  Commercial cleaning product manufacturer and distributor Robert Scott has announced the launch of the Ergo-Globe Curve Handle – a groundbreaking, ergonomically designed telescopic cleaning handle created to improve cleaning performance while reducing strain and fatigue for operators.
  Designed with user comfort and efficiency in mind, the Ergo-Globe Curve Handle helps reduce bending, stretching and repetitive strain during everyday cleaning tasks. Its distinctive curved design minimises the
  
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• FM sector forecasts 20%+ productivity gains from AI by 2030 

  04-06-2026 12:18 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Bidvest Noonan has published new research revealing near-universal confidence in AI’s potential to transform the industry, yet fewer than two in five FM organisations have deployed it.
  Based on a survey of 110 FM decision-makers, the findings show that 95 per cent of FM leaders expect AI to deliver productivity gains of at least 10 per cent by 2030, with more than half (56 per cent) expecting productivity gains of 20 per cent or more, while one in 10 forecasts improvements exceeding 30 per
  
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• Coffee culture

  04-06-2026 11:34 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Coffee is a strategic workplace asset that is helping workplaces earn their people back, argue Maxime Herbaut Head of Brand & Customer Experience at Cimbali Group UK and Russell Cowley, General Manager of FreshGround
  MAXIME HERBAUT HEAD OF BRAND & CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE AT CIMBALI GROUP UK
  “Hybrid working, flexible schedules, and the rise of coworking environments have reshaped what employees expect from the office. Today, organisations are no longer just competing for attendance, bu
  
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• Campus partnership

  04-06-2026 11:09 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Madeleine Ford visits the University of Suffolk to discover how a long-standing partnership with Churchill Group is driving a one-team approach to cleaning and security across the university estate
  Creating safe, welcoming and high-performing university environments requires more than simply delivering services – it demands collaboration, flexibility and a shared commitment to the student experience. That ethos sits at the heart of the long-standing partnership between the University of Su
  
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• Sodexo wins soft FM contract in Stoke

  04-06-2026 10:26 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Sodexo Health & Care has been awarded a three-year contract for the provision of soft FM services at the new Community Diagnostics Centre (CDC) in Stoke.
  Building on its long-standing relationship with the Royal Stoke University Hospital, part of the University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust (UHNM), Sodexo will deliver portering, cleaning and security at the brand-new site.
  Sodexo has employed 25 new staff from the local area to deliver the soft FM services at the site, which welcomed
  
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• ISS extends and expands long-term partnership with defence organisation in Northern Europe

  04-06-2026 10:12 via fmj.co.uk
  
  ISS has extended and expanded its longstanding partnership with a large defence organisation in Northern Europe for a further 10 years.
  Under the agreement, ISS will continue to deliver a broad range of Integrated Facility Services across the customer’s sites.
  The expanded scope of the contract alone has an annual value of more than DKK 100 million (£11.5 million).
  Additional services under the expanded scope are expected to commence in Q3 2026.
  Carl-Fredrik Bjor, Group Chief Commerc
  
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• The outdoor areas often forgotten about until they fail

  04-06-2026 09:50 via fmj.co.uk
  
  When facilities managers review maintenance priorities, focus often falls on visible internal areas such as floors, entrances, communal spaces and high-traffic walkways. Yet some of the most operationally important parts of a facility sit outside the building itself.
  Loading bays, service yards, stairways and access routes all play a critical role in keeping sites functioning safely and efficiently. Yet because these areas are largely operational, they are often maintained reactively rather than
  
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• TKC launches Protection Readiness Tracker to help clients prepare for Martyn’s Law

  04-06-2026 09:34 via fmj.co.uk
  
  New feature helps organisations manage protection measures and procedures across large estates
  The Keyholding Company (TKC) has announced the introduction of the Protection Readiness Tracker (PRT) following the publication of Home Office guidance on the implementation of Martyn’s Law.
  Designed for organisations managing large or fragmented property portfolios, the PRT provides a practical way to track counter-terrorism protection measures and procedures across multiple sites. Security and
  
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• Ashley Hire marks 60 years in business

  04-06-2026 09:00 via cleaningmag.com
  
  Astley Hire, an equipment hire and training company based in Leigh, is marking 60 years in business in 2026. The firm supplies access, cleaning, cooling and heating hire solutions and delivers accredited training for customers across the North West.
  
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• OCS Foundation raises £220,106 over the past 12 months for its chosen charities

  03-06-2026 14:52 via fmj.co.uk
  
  The OCS Foundation is supporting bereaved military children, young people living with cancer, students facing financial hardship, and young people from underserved communities, having raised £220,106 over the past 12 months.
  The funds were raised by OCS colleagues, customers, and suppliers, with additional investment from OCS Group.
  Colleagues raised funds through a wide range of activities, from a global virtual race marking OCS’s 125th anniversary to team challenges, coffee morning
  
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• TrueNorth Capital Group launches with plan to build UK construction supergroup

  03-06-2026 14:22 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Bradley Lay, Founder of TrueNorth Capital Group
  TrueNorth Capital Group, a new private investment group, backed by family office capital, has launched with the ambitious plan to build one of the UK’s most respected construction platforms through strategic acquisitions, operational excellence and investment in people.
  Founded by construction entrepreneur and acquisition specialist Bradley Lay, TrueNorth Capital Group has been established to create a market-leading construction supergroup sp
  
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• Peartree Cleaning targets approved by SBTi in second year of reporting

  03-06-2026 12:52 via chtmag.com
  
  Peartree Cleaning Services has received SBTi Services approval for its greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets in its second year of reporting, marking a significant milestone in the company’s long-term commitment to reducing its environmental impact.
  As Peartree Cleaning celebrates its 40th year in business, the approval reflects the company’s continued focus on responsible growth, environmental leadership and building a more sustainable future for its clients and the wider indus
  
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• Leadership change at Lanes Group

  03-06-2026 12:29 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Drainage and wastewater network maintenance service provider, Lanes Group, has announced an important new chapter in its continued growth and development, with the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer as Wayne Earnshaw moves into a new role as Lanes Group’s Vice Chairman for Strategy.
  Wayne Earnshaw, Lanes Group Chief Executive Officer, due to take up a new role as Vice-Chairman for Strategy
  For more than three decades, the business has been guided by Earnshaw, whose leadership, ex
  
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• Associate director appointment at COAT Facilities Group

  03-06-2026 11:50 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Fred Blackwood has been appointed by Coat Facilities Group as its new Associate Director for Corporate Development.
  Headquartered in the West Midlands with nationwide coverage, Coat Facilities Group provides industry-leading expertise across all aspects of facilities management and comprises of five individual brands: Diamond Facilities Support, Jet Through, Nationwide Roofing Repairs, Nationwide Property Clean and Sanctuary Fire & Security.
  With extensive experience in sales and commer
  
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• DMA Group awarded hard FM contract with Thurrock Council 

  03-06-2026 10:01 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Thurrock Council has appointed property maintenance specialist DMA Group to deliver hard FM services across its corporate estate.
  The three-year contract, with options to extend, was secured through the Fusion21 Workplace & Facilities Management Framework (Lot 4 – Building Engineering Services).
  Greater Essex based unitary authority Thurrock Council manages a diverse portfolio of civic buildings and community facilities that support frontline services across the borough.
  As the Council
  
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• Asma Khan to chair new Community Advisory Board

  03-06-2026 09:42 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Asma Khan, patron of the Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation, will chair a new Community Advisory Board strengthening the Foundation’s commitment to delivering meaningful impact for local communities across the UK and Ireland.
  As the Foundation’s first patron, Khan has inspired Sodexo colleagues to support projects tackling the root causes of food insecurity, including skills development, access to resources and community empowerment. Over the past year, she has also spent time volunteerin
  
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• ESS renews catering contract with Thames Valley Police

  03-06-2026 09:26 via fmj.co.uk
  
  ESS Government, specialist provider of foodservice and facilities management to central government, police and secure environments, has retained its catering services contract with Thames Valley Police for a further three years.
  ESS has worked with Thames Valley Police since 2022, providing catering and hospitality services at the force’s training centre in Sulhamstead, as well as planned and emergency operational feeding across the region.
  The contract has been renewed based on the compan
  
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• SimonsVoss launches FORTLOX Series to help secure critical infrastructure and distributed estates

  03-06-2026 09:10 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Digital locking specialist SimonsVoss has launched the FORTLOX Series, a new mechatronic locking system designed to help organisations strengthen security across technical infrastructure sites with remote assets and distributed estates.At the centre of the system is the FORTLOX Cylinder, a thumb-turn-free and battery-free digital cylinder powered directly by the multifunctional FORTLOX Key. Together, the system delivers a freely programmable digital access solution that can be managed centrally
  
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• Carlisle Support Services appoints Technical Solutions Director

  03-06-2026 09:00 via cleaningmag.com
  
  Carlisle Support Services has announced the appointment of Jason Gray as its new Technical Solutions Director. This strategic hire reinforces Carlisle’s commitment to integrating technology with its people-led service delivery, ensuring clients benefit from innovative, future-proof security and advanced FM solutions.
  
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• ABM augments its transport profile with Eurostar UK operations win

  02-06-2026 14:56 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Services provider ABM has been appointed by international high-speed transport operator Eurostar to deliver cleaning solutions across key UK operational locations, including the iconic St Pancras International station.
  In support of Eurostar’s ambition to carry 30 million passengers annually by 2030, ABM will deliver technology-enabled and data-driven solutions across Eurostar’s UK operations. The win highlights ABM’s growth plans across the rail, maritime and bus sectors, leve
  
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• 2026-2032 Facilities Management Market Forecast

  02-06-2026 13:36 via fmj.co.uk
  
  The facilities management market grew from USD 156.15 billion in 2025 to USD 169.53 billion in 2026 and is projected to reach USD 278.73 billion by 2032 at a CAGR of 8.62%. Growth reflects a shift to agile, tech-enabled solutions that support evolving operational needs. Executives prioritise strategic resilience, digital integration, and environmental stewardship. In the United States, tariff changes are reshaping costs, prompting supplier reviews, nearshoring, and refurbishment.
  Scope and Segme
  
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• ABM accelerates transport sector growth with Eurostar win

  02-06-2026 12:32 via chtmag.com
  
  ABM, a leading provider of facility, engineering, transport and infrastructure solutions, has been appointed by international high-speed transport operator, Eurostar, to deliver cleaning solutions across key UK operational locations, including the iconic St Pancras International station.
  In support of Eurostar’s ambition to carry 30 million passengers annually by 2030, ABM will play an important role in strengthening service standards across Eurostar by delivering technology-enabled a
  
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• Sustainability regulatory environment for cleaning and hygiene products is tightening

  02-06-2026 12:16 via chtmag.com
  
  The Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association (CHSA) has published a report on the outlook for environmental regulation in the UK and EU and the impact on cleaning and hygiene manufacturers and distributors.
  The report, What’s Coming in Environmental Legislation for UK Cleaning & Hygiene Manufacturers (2026–2028), includes the incoming legislation covering chemicals, packaging, carbon reporting, wastewater and green claims. It warns businesses that sustainability complian
  
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• Spotless generates 40% increase in annual revenues

  02-06-2026 12:02 via chtmag.com
  
  Edinburgh-headquartered Spotless Commercial Cleaning Ltd (Spotless) has increased annual revenues by more than 40 per cent in its latest financial results released yesterday. The company, which now employs more than 2,000 staff across the UK, generated turnover of £31 million, up from £20 million in the previous year, and recorded a net profit of £1.2 million.
  The latest results come amid significant economic and regulatory challenges in the UK market where Spotless continues t
  
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• CHSA publishes report on environmental regulation in the UK and EU

  02-06-2026 11:16 via fmj.co.uk
  
  The Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association (CHSA) has published a report on the outlook for environmental regulation in the UK and EU and the impact on cleaning and hygiene manufacturers and distributors.
  The report, What’s Coming in Environmental Legislation for UK Cleaning & Hygiene Manufacturers (2026–2028), includes the incoming legislation covering chemicals, packaging, carbon reporting, wastewater and green claims. It warns businesses that sustainability compliance, o
  
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• Roadmap and new Mission Board launched to drive circular transformation across Scotland’s built environment

  02-06-2026 10:18 via fmj.co.uk
  
  A new industry-led Mission Board has convened to help drive circular change across Scotland’s built environment, as Zero Waste Scotland publishes a new Roadmap to support the sector.
  The Built Environment Roadmap to Circularity sets out a long-term vision for a highly efficient sector addressing carbon emissions, improving material reuse, and reducing waste and environmental impacts, while maintaining its role as a significant employer and contributor to the Scottish economy.
  Launched by t
  
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• Gleeds secures spot on new HPC Professional Services framework

  02-06-2026 09:53 via fmj.co.uk
  
  The international property and construction consultancy has been selected to provide commercial and programme management services to Hinkley Point C (HPC) under the new Professional Services framework. Appointed by major utilities provider EDF Energy, part of EDF’s Nuclear Family, the new agreement replaces the previous framework which expired at the end of 2025.
  The latest appointment will run until the completion of the HPC development in Somerset and will expand the scope of Gleeds&rsqu
  
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