Cleaning Industry news

• Hidden dangers

  10-10-2024 11:50 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Conor Logan, Technical Director, Colt International on the hidden dangers of neglecting smoke control system maintenance
  In September the Grenfell Inquiry concluded with the publication of the Phase 2 Report. Anyone who listened to the summary from the Inquiry led by Sir Martin Moore-Bick should not have failed to have been moved to strive to design, build, manage and maintain buildings better, particularly those buildings where people live. Anyone involved in fire safety in high rise residenti
  
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• BICSc to showcase innovation at Manchester Cleaning Show  

  02-02-2026 13:20 via chtmag.com
  Experts from the British Institute of Cleaning Science (BICSc) will be at the forefront of innovative live demonstrations, activities, and expert-led presentations at this year’s Manchester Cleaning Show.
  The team of specialists from industry-leading BICSc will be sharing knowledge and highlighting the latest developments in the professional cleaning sector. The team will also lead multiple skills focused demonstrations at the cleaning and hygiene event, taking place on 18–19 Februar
  
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• CHSA: 177 audits completed, schemes tightened and ethical audit requirement introduced in 2025

  02-02-2026 13:12 via chtmag.com
  The Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association (CHSA) completed 100 audits of its manufacturing members and 77 audits of its distributor members during 2025. More than 50,000 products have also been checked.
  Auditing gives substance to the guarantee offered by the CHSA’s Accreditation Schemes for manufacturers and distributors of cleaning and hygiene products. The Inspector, who reports to but is independent of the CHSA’s governing Council, audits all members each year.
  During 2025
  
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• VIVO trials electric wallpaper in military housing

  02-02-2026 12:18 via fmj.co.uk
  In a bid to cut costs, prevent damp and mould and provide healthier homes for armed forces families, Vivo Defence Services is trialling electric heated wallpaper in military housing.
  VIVO is carrying out data monitored testing at two homes in Fareham, Hampshire, over the next six months, and if successful, the technology, designed by British company NexGen Heating, could then be rolled out across further homes that VIVO looks after across southeast and southwest England.
  The solution uses e
  
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• CBAi unveils AI marketing course for cleaning, FM, and environmental sectors

  02-02-2026 11:55 via fmj.co.uk
  Specialist AI training and consultancy provider for essential industries, CBAi, has launched the AI Marketing Roadmap, which it says 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 tend
  
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• ‘Exchange for Change’ launch welcomed by the AVA

  02-02-2026 11:16 via fmj.co.uk
  AVA: The Vending & Automated Retail Association has welcomed the Government’s announcement of the UK deposit return scheme, officially named ‘Exchange for Change’, which is being launched in October 2027.
  The AVA has played a significant role in the scheme’s creation, ensuring the full representation of the needs of vending and automated retail operators. As a result, the new scheme is structured so that vending and unattended retailing will be exempt from the require
  
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• FMJ and askporter webinar discusses how to achieve transparent and consistent communications

  02-02-2026 10:01 via fmj.co.uk
  AI doesn’t replace people it makes them more productive, allowing them to do more within their role said Harry Dodd-Noble, Chief Product Officer, askporter during the recent FMJ/askporter webinar: How to overcome the comms gap in FM with AI and tech tool.
  FMJ and askporter held the webinar on 29 January to discuss the main findings of the 2026 askporter UK Facilities Management Market Research Report, which revealed that facilities management professionals want clear, verifiable evide
  
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• Douglas Cooke features on 'influential people' top 100 list

  02-02-2026 08:00 via cleaningmag.com
  Principle Cleaning Services has announced that Douglas Cooke, Founder and Executive Chairman, has been recognised in the Top 100 Influential People 2026, a programme administered by Awards Intelligence.
  
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• International WELL Building Institute expands with two new ratings

  30-01-2026 15:17 via fmj.co.uk
  The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) has announced two new ratings to its WELL programme, specifically curated for the real estate sector.Now open for enrolment, the WELL Real Estate Rating and the WELL Operations Rating, will provide real estate companies and funds with a flexible, high-impact way to implement and scale health strategies across their entire portfolios. The ratings will also instil confidence in tenants and visitors that base building infrastructure and operations me
  
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• New Group CEO to join Mecsia

  30-01-2026 15:01 via fmj.co.uk
  Neil Johnson has been appointed as the new CEO of Mecsia, a high growth compliance-led inspection and maintenance group.
  Taking over the reins from Jon Coiley, Johnson will drive the next phase of the company’s growth.
  Johnson has enjoyed a long and successful career in the industry, running large, complex businesses within CBRE, while also founding a CAFM software business.
  Speaking about his new appointment Johnson said: “I am very excited to be joining Mecsia. The business has see
  
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• Mitie awarded five stars by the British Safety Council

  30-01-2026 13:32 via fmj.co.uk
  Mitie is the largest facilities management employer to be awarded five stars by the British Safety Council across all its operations, following an in-depth examination under British Safety Council’s 2025 specification, which scores on the maturity of the health and safety management systems in place.
  The comprehensive and robust audit included documentation reviews, interviews with senior management, colleagues and stakeholders, and observing operations across Mitie sites in sectors includ
  
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• Amey commences roll-out of youth rehabilitation programme

  30-01-2026 12:26 via fmj.co.uk
  Amey, in partnership with The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE) charity, has begun rolling out its new youth rehabilitation initiative the ‘Step Ahead Pathway programme’ across the prison estate in England and Wales. Now underway at HMP Brinsford in Wolverhampton, it aims to help young people in prison gain employment on release.
  Research shows that young people not engaged in education, training, or employment are five times more likely to have a criminal record than their peer
  
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• Interclean Amsterdam 2026 returns with expanded focus on automation, robotics and sustainability 

  30-01-2026 11:30 via chtmag.com
  Interclean Amsterdam 2026 returns to RAI Amsterdam (14-17 April) as the world’s leading meeting place for the cleaning and hygiene industry, uniting global manufacturers, innovators and decision-makers as the sector continues to evolve.
  With expanded exhibition floorspace, a growing international exhibitor base, and an enhanced programme of live demonstrations and knowledge sessions, the show highlights the industry’s shift toward automation, autonomous robotics, and sustainable solu
  
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• Podfather software cleans up ESG at Kingdom Clear

  30-01-2026 11:01 via chtmag.com
  Kingdom Clear, a contract window cleaning company which services high street retail, leisure and hospitality brands, is reaping tangible rewards using Podfather logistics software.
  Implemented to boost customer reporting and reduce the administrative resource required to manage the field operation, Podfather has saved the Fife-based company in the region of a quarter of a million sheets of paper to date. The configurable system has also enabled Kingdom Clear to customise its reporting to suit th
  
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• MARCH rebrands Cobra Engineering 

  30-01-2026 10:38 via fmj.co.uk
  Critical engineering services provider, MARCH, has rebranded Cobra Engineering following its acquisition in July 2025.
  MARCH says a “unified identity” simplifies the company’s market presence and strengthens its ability to deliver a total engineering solution to customers operating in high tech, complex and regulated environments.
  The rebrand follows a period of integration, during which Cobra has been embedded into the wider business, aligning teams, systems and ways of workin
  
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• Mears secures 10-year repairs and maintenance deal in Birmingham

  30-01-2026 10:16 via fmj.co.uk
  Mears Group has secured a significant contract win with Birmingham City Council for the delivery of repairs and maintenance services as well as planned investment works to 11,500 homes in the central and west areas of the city.
  The 10-year deal, estimated to be worth £450 million over the initial term, also includes the potential for a further five-year extension.
  The contract covers a wide range of services, including day-to-day repairs, emergency cover, voids, planned maintenance and im
  
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• Levy ‘gives back to nature’

  30-01-2026 09:44 via fmj.co.uk
  Global hospitality partner, Levy, has launched the ‘Living System Fund’, a new not-for-profit funding initiative supporting ecological projects that give back to nature, engage communities and create social impact.
  Levy is a founding partner of the Living System Fund, which it has developed with not-for-profit RegenFutureCo CIC – a pioneering consultancy dedicated to advancing circular and regenerative practices.
  Levy is giving £500,000 to the fund in 2026 to benefit six
  
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• Ranger Fire and Security secures £150m funding package to accelerate expansion in 2026

  30-01-2026 09:20 via fmj.co.uk
  Ranger Fire and Security has announced a £150 million funding package from Apera, a leading European private debt asset manager, to support the next phase of its growth and acquisition strategy in the UK and Ireland.
  Backed by Hyperion Equity Partners, the funding will enable Ranger to significantly accelerate its expansion plans, with a focus on driving organic growth and acquiring high-performing, regulatory compliance driven, preventative maintenance-focused businesses in the fire and
  
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• Adaston makes six strategic hires to support ambitious five-year growth strategy

  29-01-2026 15:24 via fmj.co.uk
  Passive fire protection specialist, Adaston, has unveiled a major strategic expansion – starting with appointing six industry experts to its senior team.
  The appointments are the first step of Adaston’s five-year plan to more than double the size of the business.
  To support long term growth, the Harrogate-based business has invested heavily in recruitment, filling six key roles across continuous organisational improvement, technical compliance and customer success in the last three m
  
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• Cleanology appoints new CEO ahead of next phase of growth

  29-01-2026 11:49 via chtmag.com
  Mark Little has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of multi-award winning national commercial cleaning and FM company Cleanology.
  He will be playing a pivotal role supporting the £25 million turnover company’s ambitious plans to double in size. A successful 2025 has seen Cleanology win dozens of new contracts across 11 sectors, including the company’s biggest ever mobilisation with over £2 million of new contracts mobilised in just one month.
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• All 2Pure products certified carbon neutral

  29-01-2026 11:41 via chtmag.com
  “We are delighted to announce that all 2Pure products are now fully carbon neutral, delivering meaningful impact where it matters most, with measured, certified change. And we’re doing it today, not promising for tomorrow.”
  2Pure Products was established with the principles required to be a measurably sustainable business and is proud to announce that all 2Pure products are now fully carbon neutral.
  Measuring our carbon impact
  2Pure Products Director, James Law
  “Understan
  
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• Chicopee and Sontara exhibit together at The Manchester Cleaning Show

  29-01-2026 11:27 via chtmag.com
  Chicopee and Sontara will exhibit together at The Manchester Cleaning Show 18-19 February, the first time the professional wiping brands have appeared together in the UK since becoming part of parent company Magnera a year ago. While both will be highlighting distinct solutions for their focus cleaning segments, a shared emphasis on sustainability and innovation will characterise their dual appearance at the show.
  Visitors to stand F27 will learn more about the newest sustainable wiping solution
  
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• Alpine Group acquires Channel Fire

  29-01-2026 11:09 via fmj.co.uk
  Fire suppression and detection services provider, Alpine Group, is strengthening its capability in the delivery of accredited fire protection solutions across complex, high-risk and technically demanding environments, following its acquisition of Channel Fire.
  Founded in 2015, Channel Fire is a specialist fire protection business delivering bespoke design, installation and maintenance solutions, where standard approaches are not always suitable.
  The acquisition supports Alpine Group’s ong
  
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• ‘Landmark’ contract win for WPS in Birmingham

  29-01-2026 10:19 via fmj.co.uk
  WPS, part of Wates Group, has won a 10-year contract, valued at £1.1 billion, with Birmingham City Council to deliver housing maintenance plus heating and compliance services to more than 30,000 homes.
  WPS was awarded the northern and southern lots, and from July will carry out day-to-day repairs, improvement work, void property management – preparing empty homes for new tenants – plus planned maintenance programmes such as kitchen and bathroom upgrades.
  The work will also see
  
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• RICS UK Commercial Property Monitor shows signs of stabilisation

  29-01-2026 09:54 via fmj.co.uk
  According to the latest RICS UK Commercial Property Monitor for Q4 2025, the UK commercial property market remains subdued, but early signs of stabilisation are emerging as sentiment improves modestly across occupier and investment markets,
  While elevated borrowing costs and a challenging macroeconomic backdrop continue to weigh on activity, survey respondents reported a gradual improvement in confidence. Notably, 32 per cent of contributors now believe market conditions are consistent with the
  
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• New CEO at Cleanology

  29-01-2026 09:35 via fmj.co.uk
  National commercial cleaning and FM company, Cleanology, has appointed Mark Little as its new Chief Executive Officer ahead of the company’s next phase of growth.
  Little will be playing a pivotal role supporting the £25 million turnover company’s ambitious plans to double in size. A successful 2025 has seen Cleanology win dozens of new contracts across 11 sectors, including the company’s biggest ever mobilisation with over £2 million of new contracts mobilised
  
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• New contract award strengthens OCS’ security partnership with Tesco

  28-01-2026 15:06 via fmj.co.uk
  OCS has been awarded a new security deal with Tesco, supporting approximately 300 stores across Scotland and Northern Ireland.
  The contract strengthens a relationship built on 19 years of collaboration between both organisations.
  The partnership brings around 300 security officers into OCS through a structured TUPE process. Colleagues will provide visible reassurance in stores, adopt a customer-service-focused approach to safety, and coordinate mobile patrols across a broad and diverse retail es
  
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• Hospitality Action & IoH come together to help professionals stay in the industry during times of hardship

  28-01-2026 14:01 via fmj.co.uk
  The Institute of Hospitality (IoH) has partnered with Hospitality Action to strengthen support for hospitality professionals facing financial hardship, with the IoH Funded Membership bursary scheme now included within Hospitality Action’s Care Pack for grant recipients.
  The Care Pack provides immediate practical and wellbeing support to hospitality people at difficult points in their lives. By including IoH Funded Membership, the partnership will help to ensure that individuals also receiv
  
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• Venture Security appoints former police chief to its leadership team

  28-01-2026 12:41 via fmj.co.uk
  Former police Chief Superintendent, David Boyle, has been appointed to the position of People Director at Venture Security.
  Boyle brings more than 30 years of policing and national emergency services leadership experience and will play a key role in developing Venture’s people, leadership capability, and operational standards across the business.
  In his new role, Boyle will lead Venture’s people strategy, overseeing recruitment, learning and development, supervision, and retention. H
  
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• TSA and EcoVerify partner to strengthen sustainability support for members

  28-01-2026 10:31 via chtmag.com
  Increasingly companies, in particular from the hospitality and healthcare sectors, are looking for sustainability credentials from their commercial laundry service providers. One of the highly sought third party accreditation organisations is EcoVadis, a globally recognised sustainability rating platform. Receiving an EcoVadis rating can be a complex business and now TSA has teamed up with EcoVerify, one of the approved UK training providers of EcoVadis, to offer its members help in achieving th
  
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