Cleaning Industry news

• Taking a stand

  18-08-2023 12:47 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Richard O’Connor from First Mats explains why standing too long causes more than just sore feet, and how Anti-Fatigue Mats work to alleviate the problem
  If you’re one of the 11 million people in the UK(i) who spend most of their working day on their feet, you’ll be all too familiar with the aches and pains standing can cause. Extended periods of standing increases pressure on joints and muscles, eventually causing Musculoskeletal Conditions (MSDs), affecting over 470,000 p
  
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• Q3 stays on at Chelsea Harbour

  03-03-2026 14:58 via fmj.co.uk
  Q3 Services has been awarded a two-year extension to its multi-service contract at Chelsea Harbour.
  The extended contract will run until September 2028, making it 10 years since Q3 first secured the M&E contract at Chelsea Harbour, shortly after the company was formed in 2018. Q3 has subsequently increased its scope of activity to cover cleaning, M&E, residential cleaning and waste, events management and marina maintenance.
  Chelsea Harbour is a unique multi-use, development spanning 16
  
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• The road forward

  03-03-2026 13:56 via fmj.co.uk
  The 2026 Workplace Futures Conference moved on from last year’s AI theme to take a broader look at a roadmap for the future and how to navigate the next few years. Sara Bean reports
  Workplace Futures acts as a barometer on the state of the FM sector, and this year’s theme, ‘a roadmap for the future’ had a greater sense of urgency when you consider there is an FM leadership time bomb, with 44 per cent of FMs being over 55 and 30 per cent of the workforce set to retire.
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• Quay to success

  03-03-2026 13:38 via fmj.co.uk
  FMJ visits Manchester’s Exchange Quay to see how the design team from Jasper Sanders + Partners in partnership with property managers Till AM are adopting a human centric approach to revitalising an iconic office campus
  “Build it and they will come” is not an adage which tracks for most facilities managers. No matter how attractive a building and impressive the architecture, if the workplace doesn’t offer a community feel, the primary aim, to attract and retain talent wi
  
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• Arcus FM scoops Technology in FM Award for Arcus Connect

  03-03-2026 13:08 via fmj.co.uk
  Arcus FM was crowned winner of the i-FM Technology in FM Award in recognition of the impact of the company’s Arcus Connect platform in transforming cleaning performance across national retail estates.
  The award celebrates organisations that use technology to deliver measurable improvements in business processes and performance. Arcus Connect was recognised for shifting a multi-million pound contract from paper-based and reactive processes to a fully automated, evidence-based cleaning regim
  
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• BNP Paribas Real Estate launches Property Management Consultancy

  03-03-2026 11:58 via fmj.co.uk
  The new integrated offer has been launched to meet evolving investor and occupier demands.
  As part of its pan-European Property Management strategy, BNP Paribas Real Estate has launched Property Management Consultancy, a new strategic consulting offer within its UK Property Management division, designed to help investors and landlords respond to rapidly evolving occupier expectations, sustainability requirements, and operational challenges.
  The new consultancy brings together expertise in custom
  
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• Sodexo’s net zero progress delivers lower-carbon, commercially resilient solutions for clients

  03-03-2026 11:30 via fmj.co.uk
  Sodexo UK & Ireland’s latest net zero progress report shows how investment in lower-carbon operations is helping its clients reduce emissions, meet compliance requirements and deliver measurable commercial value across their workplaces and sites.
  As organisations face increasing regulatory expectations, investor scrutiny and rising ESG requirements, operational partners are playing a bigger role in helping organisations make practical, measurable progress. Sodexo’s latest result
  
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• Apleona acquires Morrison Facilities Services

  03-03-2026 10:11 via fmj.co.uk
  Apleona has further expanded its market position as a technical and integrated facility manager in the UK following its acquisition of Morrison Facilities Services.
  Established for over three decades, Morrison is based in Livingston and employs approx. 300 people. The company provides technical and integrated facility services across Scotland and in the south of England, mainly focusing on public sector clients such as schools, universities and healthcare facilities.
  Apleona UK employs more than
  
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• Competition launches to celebrate the unsung heroes of estates and facilities

  03-03-2026 09:49 via fmj.co.uk
  To celebrate exceptional individuals and teams that stand out in Healthcare Estates and Facilities (E&F) departments across the UK, meals provider, apetito has launched its nationwide competition for 2026 that allows hospitals to nominate their unsung E&F heroes.
  Whether it’s the teams working outside to maintain the grounds and gardens, those keeping the buildings safe and secure, caterers preparing nutritious meals daily, or the hands ensuring a clean and tidy ward environment &n
  
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• Jetclean Drones sets a new standard in commercial exterior cleaning

  03-03-2026 09:41 via fmj.co.uk
  JetClean Drones is redefining how commercial buildings and structures are alternative to traditional high-level cleaning methods, eliminating the need for scaffolding, cherry pickers, aerial platforms or rope access. The result is a modern reliable and cost-effective solution that enhances both safety and performance.
  Designed for accuracy and engineered for demanding environments, our drones provide exceptional access to hard-to-reach areas, from high-rise glazing to complex architecture featur
  
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• Manchester Cleaning Show 2026 records high-quality attendance and meaningful connections

  03-03-2026 08:00 via cleaningmag.com
  The Manchester Cleaning Show 2026 concluded its two-day residency at Manchester Central a fortnight ago, defying travel disruptions and scheduling challenges to deliver a productive and high-energy event for the UK’s cleaning, hygiene and FM sectors.
  
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• Portfolio awarded cleaning contract with Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer 

  02-03-2026 14:59 via chtmag.com
  Portfolio has been appointed by CBRE on behalf of global law firm Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer (HSFK) to deliver cleaning and associated services across four of its London offices.
  The contract covers three City of London locations and HSFK’s Canary Wharf office, supporting some of the firm’s busiest and most high-profile workplaces. Services include cleaning, housekeeping, window cleaning, confidential waste management and pest control, delivered by a dedicated on-site team of 39
  
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• Portfolio takes cleaning deal at global law firm’s London offices

  02-03-2026 14:49 via fmj.co.uk
  Portfolio, part of Churchill Group, has been appointed by CBRE on behalf of global law firm Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer (HSFK) to deliver cleaning and associated services across four of its London offices.
  The contract covers three City of London locations and HSFK’s Canary Wharf office. Services include cleaning, housekeeping, window cleaning, confidential waste management and pest control, delivered by a dedicated on-site team of 39 colleagues and led by a dedicated account manager.
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• NABERS UK Energy for Office ratings recognised under the UK Net Zero Buildings Standard

  02-03-2026 14:13 via fmj.co.uk
  The NABERS UK Energy for Office ratings, certified by CIBSE and administered through its wholly owned subsidiary CIBSE Certification, may now meet the operational energy requirements of the UK Net Zero Buildings Standard (UKNZCBS), as defined in Annex C of the Standard.
  Since taking on the role of NABERS UK administrator in 2024, CIBSE has worked closely with NABERS and the Better Buildings Partnership (BBP) to drive the decarbonisation of buildings through the rapidly expand
  
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• Time to rethink air care: Rubbermaid Commercial Products launches CirculAir 90™

  02-03-2026 11:28 via chtmag.com
  Rubbermaid Commercial Products (RCP) has launched CirculAir 90, the next evolution of its popular TCell passive air freshening system that’s designed to deliver uninterrupted performance.
  Engineered for recyclability with a lower environmental footprint than its predecessor, CirculAir 90 was developed in direct response to growing demand for air care solutions that deliver reduced environmental footprint without compromising on performance.
  Backed by independent testing and certifications,
  
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• Bennett Hay strengthens senior management team

  02-03-2026 11:05 via fmj.co.uk
  Carly Hicks has been appointed to the role of Operations Manager at Bennett Hay. The appointment strengthens the London-based independent caterer’s senior management team as the business looks forward to a busy and ambitious year.
  Hicks joins Bennett Hay after 10 years with Vacherin, including four years as Operations Manager. CIPD qualified, she brings broad operational experience across multi-site contracts, with a strong focus on people, team development and long-term client relationshi
  
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• Corps Monitoring partners with enforcement and property services firm MS Webb

  02-03-2026 09:53 via fmj.co.uk
  Andrea Strong, MD at Corps Monitoring
  Electronic security solutions specialist and social enterprise, Corps Monitoring, has partnered with enforcement and property services company, MS Webb to provide a dedicated Network Operations Centre (NOC). The centre will connect MS Webb’s existing platforms with Corps Monitoring’s Sentinel alarm receiving platform, streamlining operations and enhancing the customer experience by bringing multiple service lines together through a single dedicat
  
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• Sodexo & Nuffield Health show drop in food-related emissions 

  02-03-2026 09:35 via fmj.co.uk
  Through a ground-breaking programme with Greener by Default, which commenced in early 2025, Sodexo UK & Ireland and its client partner Nuffield Health have reduced food-related carbon emissions by 22 per cent – the equivalent of over 100,000 miles driven.
  Sodexo was the first hospital catering provider in the UK to implement the approach for patient dining, which saw the introduction of a series of culinary and behavioural changes across 35 Nuffield Health Hospitals, designed to n
  
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• CHSA launches 2026 Bursary

  02-03-2026 08:00 via cleaningmag.com
  The CHSA’s 2026 Bursary is now open for applications. The bursaries will be awarded in September this year, following a tough selection process. Successful applicants will receive £6000 during their university career. They will receive £2000 at the start of each academic year or the first three years if the degree is longer.
  
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• Acquisition supercharges Levy’s experience business

  27-02-2026 13:41 via fmj.co.uk
  Levy, the sports and entertainment arm of food services business, Compass Group UK & Ireland, has acquired international sports marketing agency, The iLUKA Collective.
  iLUKA delivers strategic architectures, from brand experience and hospitality to bespoke digital platforms, which simplify the complex environments of major global events, including the recent Milano Cortina Winter Olympic Games 2026 and the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026.
  By integrating iLUKA’s specialised expertise, Levy
  
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• NEC launches accreditation programme for FM professionals

  27-02-2026 12:47 via fmj.co.uk
  A new training and certification pathway has been launched by NEC for facilities management professionals.
  The NEC4 Facilities Management Contract (FMC) Service Manager Accreditation programme has been designed to equip experienced professionals with the skills, authority and confidence to deliver facilities management services under NEC4 FMC contracts.
  The programme reflects a broader shift within facilities management contracting – from reactive maintenance towards proactive, lifecycle-b
  
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• Survey on the Employment Rights Act finds sick pay changes will have biggest impact at work

  27-02-2026 10:52 via fmj.co.uk
  Workplace expert, Acas, commissioned YouGov to ask which changes in the Employment Rights Act 2025 will have the biggest impact on bosses and workers.
  New rights on sick pay topped the polls for both, followed by new protections on unfair dismissals. Employers ranked new paternity leave rights as their third biggest while workers opted for the new changes on flexible working.
  The valuable insights gained from the results will help Acas target its support for workers and bosses where they need it
  
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• Northwood acquires KC sites in Flint, North Wales

  27-02-2026 10:34 via cleaningmag.com
  The shareholders and directors of Northwood have announced that they have acquired the complete mill and converting facility of the Coleshill site of Kimberly-Clark (K-C) as well as the Flint site of K-C Personal Care.
  
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• Magenta Associates awarded Carbon Literate Organisation accreditation

  27-02-2026 10:31 via fmj.co.uk
  Communications Agency, Magenta Associates, has been awarded Bronze Carbon Literate Organisation (CLO) accreditation, by the Carbon Literacy Project in recognition of its ongoing commitments to reducing carbon emissions and tackling climate change.
  Carbon Literacy, as defined by the Carbon Literacy Project, is “an awareness of the carbon costs and impacts of everyday activities, and the ability and motivation to reduce emissions, on an individual, community and organisational basis&rdq
  
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• Willmott Dixon appointed for preconstruction services on new LFB HQ refurb

  27-02-2026 09:44 via fmj.co.uk
  Willmott Dixon Interiors has been appointed for preconstruction services on London Fire Brigade (LFB) HQ refurbishment at 8 Albert Embankment.
  Procured via the SCAPE construction framework, the contractor has been appointed to finalise Stage 3 and 4 design, which will see a significant overhaul of the historic building and landmark structure while introducing modern facilities and meeting standards for sustainability.
  It comes after proposals were developed in late 2025 with the aim of del
  
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• Amulet wins Outstanding Security Performance Award

  26-02-2026 13:54 via fmj.co.uk
  Specialist security provider, Amulet, was named winner of the Outstanding Security Installer/Integrator award at the 2026 UK Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs).
  The award was presented to Amulet in recognition of the company’s sustained growth, technical innovation, and measurable client outcomes across its installation and integration services.
  Since launching its installation division in 2018, Amulet has delivered 15 per cent year-on-year revenue growth and retained mor
  
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• Applications open for CHSA’s 2026 Bursary

  26-02-2026 13:36 via fmj.co.uk
  The CHSA has launched its 2026 Bursary, providing financial support for young people going to university.
  Now open for applications, the bursaries will be awarded in September this year, following a tough selection process. Successful applicants will receive £6,000 during their university career. They will receive £2,000 at the start of each academic year or the first three years if the degree is longer.
  The CHSA has operated the Bursary in its current form since 2016. During that ti
  
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• CHSA’s 2026 Bursary is now open for applications

  26-02-2026 13:25 via chtmag.com
  The CHSA has launched its 2026 Bursary, providing financial support for young people going to university.
  Now open for applications, the bursaries will be awarded in September this year, following a tough selection process. Successful applicants will receive £6,000 during their university career. They will receive £2,000 at the start of each academic year or the first three years if the degree is longer.
  The CHSA has operated the Bursary in its current form since 2016. During that ti
  
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• Commercial cleaning firm sharpens operational focus and brand strategy through leadership programme

  26-02-2026 13:10 via chtmag.com
  A commercial cleaning and environmental services firm has strengthened its operational clarity and long-term growth strategy after completing the national Help to Grow: Management programme.
  Dove Cleaning & Environmental Services, based in Altrincham, operates across the commercial cleaning and facilities sector, supporting businesses with professional cleaning and environmental services.
  As the company continued to grow, owner Dan Quigley joined the 12-week, government-backed leadership ini
  
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• Lifesavers rest easy thanks to biohazard cleaners

  26-02-2026 12:48 via chtmag.com
  Emergency services workers can rest easy in clean, safe spaces, thanks to a Northamptonshire-based asbestos removal and biohazard cleaning company.
  Two of the county’s fire stations, a pair of police stations and a leading hospital have all enlisted Specialist Remediation Solutions (SRS) of Desborough to clean their equipment and environments to eradicate any potentially hazardous substances for staff and visitors.
  Specialist equipment used by firefighters for response calls must be disman
  
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