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• Mitie’s transformation plan will see job losses and possible sale of Property Management business

  21-09-2017 15:02 via fmj.co.uk
  Mitie has revealed plans to reduce headcount by the end of the current financial year, and is currently looking at the sale of its Property Management business.
  The outsourcing company announced its intentions as part of the Group’s wide-cost transformation process – Project Helix- in its pre-close trading statement for the half-year ended 30 September 2017.
  Project Helix aims to see a reduction in Group operating costs on an annualised basis of £40 million by FY2020. However,
  
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• Prime Facility Services in Shrewsbury High School win

  01-05-2024 14:39 via chtmag.com
  
  Prime Facility Services, a leading provider in the cleaning and facility management industry, has secured a three-year contract with Shrewsbury High School for term time and non-term time cleaning services. This significant new contract marks Prime Facility Services’ sixth client within the education sector in just three months, amplifying the company’s influence with over 30 clients in this sector in the West Midlands.
  Shrewsbury High School, an all-girls school from the renowned Gi
  
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• OCS takes Southbank Centre TFM deal

  01-05-2024 14:10 via fmj.co.uk
  
  OCS has been appointed by Southbank Centre to supply total facilities management services to its sites over the next five years, with the potential for an extension.
  The core multi-million-pound contract includes cleaning, hard services (mechanical & engineering and projects), and event support, along with additional yearly projects of added value, to enhance Southbank Centre’s facilities.
  The contract went live on 1 April, with a transfer of over 100 front-line colleagues from the inc
  
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• Worshipful Company of Engineers appoints CIBSE’s David Cooper and David Stevens as Court Assistants

  01-05-2024 13:41 via fmj.co.uk
  
  The Worshipful Company of Engineers, a livery company dedicated to advancing engineering excellence, has appointed David Cooper, Vice President of CIBSE (Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers), and David Stevens, Chair of CIBSE FM Group and Chair of the CIBSE LGBTQI+ Panel, as Court Assistants for a term of up to seven years.
  This appointment recognises the outstanding contributions of both individuals to the field of engineering and their commitment to upholding high standards of
  
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• The Metsä 2025 Sustainability Awards are now open

  01-05-2024 13:11 via chtmag.com
  
  Metsä Group has launched its 2025 Sustainability Awards. The company’s biennial Sustainability Awards was founded in partnership with the Cleaning & Services Support Association (CSSA) in 2023 with the aim of shining a spotlight on sustainability across the cleaning and hygiene industry.In 2023, Metsä Group held an awards ceremony at the Cutty Sark in Greenwich, where participants joined together to celebrate the industry’s commitment to sustainability and to recognise
  
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• Metsä Group’s 2025 Sustainability Awards launched in the UK

  01-05-2024 13:10 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Metsä Group has launched its 2025 Sustainability Awards. The company’s biennial Sustainability Awards was founded in partnership with the Cleaning & Services Support Association (CSSA) in 2023 with the aim of shining a spotlight on sustainability across the cleaning and hygiene industry.In 2023, Metsä Group held an awards ceremony at the Cutty Sark in Greenwich, where participants joined together to celebrate the industry’s commitment to sustainability and to recognise
  
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• Corps Security in NFU Mutual win

  01-05-2024 13:04 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Corps Security has landed a contract with the National Farmers Union Mutual Insurance Society Limited (NFU Mutual), the UK insurance composite, to provide a fully integrated security service at over 30 of its sites throughout the UK.
  The contract which commenced in April, sees Corps providing a range of services including front of house security personnel with customer facing security guarding, remote monitoring services through Corps Monitoring, and security maintenance across NFU Mutual&r
  
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• Reckitt Pro Solutions are proud to be offering exceptional cleaning and hygiene solutions for stronger businesses at Interclean 2024

  01-05-2024 11:59 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Reckitt Pro Solutions are proud to be presenting at Interclean 2024 (14-17th May) and will be bringing their portfolio of internationally recognised cleaning and hygiene brands to Stand 403 in Hall 11.
  Reckitt Pro Solutions will be bringing the latest research results, information and best practice recommendations for cleaning and hygiene in commercial spaces and demonstrating the role efficient and effective products have in helping create cleaning and hygiene protocols that support stronger bu
  
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• Balancing safety and security with SafeRoute from dormakaba

  01-05-2024 10:02 via fmj.co.uk
  
  When it comes to door hardware, balancing safety and security can be a challenge. Compliant with BS EN 13637, dormakaba’s SafeRoute emergency exit and escape route system has been developed to provide enhanced security for buildings while still ensuring safe and efficient evacuation in an emergency.
  Ensuring safe and efficient evacuation of building occupants in an emergency is of course essential. There is also a need to keep the building secure and prevent unauthorised access during nor
  
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• Amulet helping to keep public transport passengers in Essex safe

  01-05-2024 09:40 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Churchill Group’s specialist security division, Amulet, is partnering with several boroughs within Essex on a 15-month pilot project that will see six Transport Safety Officers (TSOs) coordinate with c2c, Greater Anglia and Ensign Buses to enhance safety on public transport. They will also collaborate with the British Transport Police and Essex Police.
  TSOs are specially trained staff who deal with low-level nuisance and disorder, champion strategies that tackle Violence Against Women and
  
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• NIC Group joins the Apprentice Provider and Assessment Register

  01-05-2024 09:30 via cleaningmag.com
  
  NIC Group has announced that the Department of Education has awarded it a place on the Apprentice Provider and Assessment Register, enabling it to deliver, in house, its own apprenticeships.
  
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• Compass finalises CH&CO acquisition

  01-05-2024 09:24 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Compass Group UK & Ireland has completed its acquisition of catering company, CH&CO, following regulatory approvals.
  The acquisition sees CH&CO’s portfolio of brands, which include Gather & Gather, Vacherin and Company of Cooks, join Compass’ group of companies, resulting in a broad and exciting client proposition.
  CH&CO has operations covering workplace catering, events, venues, visitor attractions, stadia, education, healthcare and hospitality. A Royal Warrant H
  
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• The TSA’s textile sustainability mascot is helping hospitality achieve a sustainable future for linen

  30-04-2024 14:59 via chtmag.com
  
  It’s been a few months since the Textile Services Association (TSA) introduced the mascot Pasha the Pillowcase to the world. Pasha has the mission of educating staff in the hospitality and laundry sectors about the importance of handling linen correctly as part of the drive for sustainability. With about 61 per cent of the industry’s annual stock of linen being lost each year, finding ways to reduce this will play a vital part in reaching Carbon Net Zero targets for both sectors.
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• Virgin Atlantic advances decade-long partnership with OCS

  30-04-2024 14:42 via chtmag.com
  
  Facilities management company, OCS, has won a contract to continue providing laundry services to aviation industry giant, Virgin Atlantic.
  This contract is an extension of a decade-long partnership between the OCS and Virgin Atlantic. The contract serves Virgin Atlantic’s locations primarily in Heathrow and Manchester and extends to support its Scotland site during the busy summer period.
  The extension acts as a testament to the strong partnership between OCS and Virgin and the quality of
  
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• OCS continues decade-long partnership with Virgin Atlantic

  30-04-2024 13:51 via fmj.co.uk
  
  OCS has won a contract to continue providing laundry services to aviation industry giant, Virgin Atlantic.
  The contract award is an extension of a decade-long partnership between the two organisations and will see OCS serving Virgin Atlantic’s locations primarily in Heathrow and Manchester and extends to support its Scotland site during the busy summer period.
  The extension acts as a testament to the strong partnership between OCS and Virgin and the quality of services delivered by the OCS
  
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• Circulai unveils ‘groundbreaking’ partnership

  30-04-2024 12:57 via fmj.co.uk
  
  “The world of waste management is about to change” according to three industry mavericks, who are ready “to disrupt the status quo” with the launch of a new company, Circulai.
  Max Kanda and Simon Sharp, previously the Managing Directors of Novati and Greenzone respectively, have joined forces alongside Dave Swallow (MD Swallow Construction) to spearhead a movement that “promises to redefine the very essence of waste management,” and to create a future where su
  
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• Bidvest Noonan launches VR training programme

  30-04-2024 12:13 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Bidvest Noonan has launched its VR training programme, Altius, with more than 1,600 security officers onboarded for phase one of the programme.
  Altius see security officers train in virtual environments using VR headsets. These environments are perfect replicas of their actual workplaces, each recreated from real settings with advanced 3D camera technology.
  The training immerses officers in highly realistic simulations where they are challenged to resolve a wide range of security issues, develop
  
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• Nicky Biggart elected Chair of CHSA Accreditation Schemes

  30-04-2024 11:57 via cleaningmag.com
  
  Nicky Biggart, Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association (CHSA) Council member and UK & European Sales Manager at Evans Vanodine, has been elected Chair of the CHSA Accreditation Schemes.
  
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• Birmingham City Council extends Fortem deal

  30-04-2024 10:10 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Fortem, a specialist property solutions business for the social housing sector, has extended its long-term partnership with Birmingham City Council (BCC)  for a further two years.
  As one of BCC’s suppliers of repairs, maintenance and 24-hour call-out services to homes in the city, Fortem has been awarded a new contract, worth £170 million over the period, which will extend its relationship with the council to 18 years after it was first appointed to deliver these services in 200
  
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• OCS shortlisted for prestigious Cateys Award

  30-04-2024 09:39 via fmj.co.uk
  
  OCS’ catering brand, Angel Hill’s Goodness initiative, has been shortlisted for a Cateys Award in the Health and Nutrition Award category.
  The Cateys acknowledge outstanding performers, inspiring brands, and top achievers within the hospitality sector, as determined by industry professionals.
  The Goodness initiative was born from a need to communicate the value of proper nutrition, debunk food fads, and reintroduce fun into healthy eating. Its team of chefs and nutritionists passiona
  
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• Linaker extends KFC partnership across UK and Ireland

  30-04-2024 09:18 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Following a successful partnership with KFC’s equity business, which began in February 2022, national M&E specialist, Linaker has extended its contract with the increase of over 200 additional sites across the UK and Ireland for a three-year term.
  The new deal, valued at new £15 million includes planned preventative maintenance and reactive call outs for KFC restaurants, drive-thrus and high street outlets, further enhanced by another £5 million project management facility
  
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• Read the latest ECJ online now - special bumper Interclean Amsterdam edition

  30-04-2024 01:00 via europeancleaningjournal.com
  Today the latest edition of ECJ is available toread on the website and via the ECJ app.This bumper issue is a specialone featuring all you need to know to plan your visit to Interclean Amsterdam - which is now just two weeks away. ECJ is the official media partner for the show.Other highlights include:•Workforce: report highlights working conditions reality
  •Business: the future of the global financial system•Smart technology: how much time does it really save?
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• Managing properties and facilities with location intelligence  

  29-04-2024 17:02 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Location intelligence is helping London Gatwick and Carter Jonas to better manage large estates and assets. From property portfolios to housing associations, public buildings to airports, geospatial solutions are enabling owners and operators to make better decisions, driving efficiency, sustainability and reliability.Understanding location has never been more critical in helping to solve some of the major challenges within facilities, land and property management.
  Providing powerful maps, apps,
  
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• Distributor expands into 3,000 sq ft warehouse to meet rising demand

  29-04-2024 13:52 via chtmag.com
  
  A distributor of cleaning and workplace essentials has relocated to a 3,000-square-foot warehouse in Warwickshire to accommodate increasing demand across the country.
  Purcho, which is part of facilities management firm, Diamond Facilities Support Group, has moved into Unit 15 at Arden Business Centre in Alcester on a five-year lease where it will occupy the ground floor – with the ability to double in size to 6,000 sq ft on the upper floor.
  This move comes just three years after launching
  
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• Kier to design new Government Hub in Darlington

  29-04-2024 11:45 via fmj.co.uk
  
  The Government Property Agency (GPA) has appointed Kier as its initial delivery partner to create a new state-of-the-art hub at the Darlington Economic Campus (DEC).
  The organisations have just agreed a pre-construction services agreement (PCSA) in readiness to deliver the project, earmarked for Brunswick St, after the planning application was lodged with Darlington Borough Council last month.
  The latest hub would become part of the DEC which includes Feethams House and Bishopsgate House, and fo
  
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• RICS survey shows signs of recovery for the UK commercial property market

  29-04-2024 10:43 via fmj.co.uk
  
  The latest RICS Commercial Property Monitor has revealed that whilst the market in the UK showed some improvements in Q1 2024, certain areas of the market continue to struggle against structural headwinds.
  Tenant demand rose in Q1, (+4 per cent, from -7 per cent net balance at the end of 2023), with the industrial demand indicator posting the most positive since reading Q3 2022 (net balance +14 per cent) and office demand also rising for the first time since early 2022.
  Tenant demand is however,
  
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• High power and high performance upright vacuum cleaner launched

  29-04-2024 10:31 via cleaningmag.com
  
  Makita’s VC010G upright vacuum cleaner is the latest cleaning product to be added to the company’s battery powered XGT portfolio.
  
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• Training recognition service launched by ASFP

  29-04-2024 10:08 via fmj.co.uk
  
  (l-r) Siderise Insulation’s Technical Manager Adam Heath and CEO Adam Turk receive their Certificate of Recognition from ASFP Managing Director Mike Ward
  A new training recognition service to offer an independent third-party evaluation of training courses specific to passive fire protection (PFP) has been launched by the Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP).
  ASFP Recognition ensures that all recognised providers work to the highest standards in both training delivery and passi
  
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• Retaining skilled talent a top challenge for employers this year

  29-04-2024 09:40 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Some of the biggest challenges for UK organisations right now include skilled talent retention, meeting pay expectations, providing a good work-life balance, and supporting employees’ wellbeing.
  New research by HR software provider Ciphr of 300 UK HR decision-makers found that organisations are facing around 11 different workplace challenges or HR pain points, on average.
  Over half (51 per cent) of respondents reported employee retention as their top worry for the year ahead. Many (46
  
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• Most hospital infections come from bacteria living in the patient: study

  29-04-2024 01:00 via europeancleaningjournal.com
  New research carried out at the University of Washington School of Medicine counters the theory that infections contracted during hospital stays are acquired at the healthcare facility itself.Instead it points to the fact that in most cases, the infection-causing bacteria were actually present in the patient's body before surgery.Scientists conducting the research were keen to explore why surgical site infections, which occur in around one in 30 surgical procedures, have not significantly declin
  
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