Sofidel Group comes to terms with death of chairman, Edilio Stefani

On 30th January - the eve of his 64th birthday - Edilio Stefani, Chairman of tissue giant Sofidel Group, passed away suddenly at his home. This is a tremendous loss for everyone at Sofidel, who express their profound sorrow for this loss and extend their condolences to the entire Stefani family.
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Cleaning businesses urged to Winter-proof operations during unpredictable weather

With Winter weather switching from sunshine to snowstorms in a matter of days, businesses are being reminded to prepare for extreme conditions to safeguard their people, assets, and operations.
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Innovating Clean, simplifying care: Ascent Industries launches new HI&I ingredients portfolio

Ascent Industries, a company focused on the production of speciality chemicals and industrial tubular products, is launching its Household, Industrial & Institutional Cleaning Ingredients portfolio at this week’s American Cleaning Institute (ACI) Conference in Orlando, Florida.
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Envac secures contract for innovative waste collection system in Schiedam, Netherlands

Envac, a leader in automated waste collection solutions, together with Dura Vermeer Infra Regionale Projecten and Civiele Aannemerscombinatie Schieveste, is to deliver an advanced waste collection system for the SchieDistrict development in Schiedam. The contract also includes a 25-year service agreement to ensure long-term functionality and efficiency.
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Vileda Professional CE Launches Revolutionary Single-Use Microfibre Mopping System for Cleanrooms and Controlled Environments

In a significant advancement for industries requiring stringent cleaning protocols, Vileda Professional CE, a leader in mechanical cleaning solutions, proudly announces the launch of its CE MicroIntensive Duo PLUS microfibre mopping system. Designed specifically for cleanrooms and controlled environments, this new system delivers unmatched performance in maintaining the highest contamination control standards, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
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CloroxPro's latest Clean Index report reveals increased call for eco-conscious solutions

CloroxPro released its 2024 Clean Index report, detailing the perceptions, needs and challenges of more than 1,500 cleaning professionals and consumers from the past year. The findings highlight increasing adoption of eco-conscious cleaners, as well as ongoing burnout faced by staff as a result of constrained resources.
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IFF's Dr Wayne Ashton honoured with 2025 ACI Distinguished Service Award

Dr Wayne Ashton, senior vice president, Home and Personal Care at IFF, is the 2025 recipient of the American Cleaning Institute’s Elva Walker Spillane Distinguished Service Award.
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NBCo debuts at Davos - pioneering a future where packaging simply disappears

This week, attendees at Davos 2025 saw the debut of NBCo; the organisation set to finally pioneer an end to the plastic packaging crisis.
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WFBSC Global Summit: An inspirational gathering

The organiser of the upcoming World Federation of Building Service Contractors' Global Summit, being held this coming March 12th & 13th at the Grand Millennium Hotel in Auckland, New Zealand, has published details of an impressive event program along with the names and profiles of some inspirational speakers.
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Six Nations Championship: dirtiest stadium revealed

Dating back to 1883, the Six Nations Championship is the oldest international rugby union tournament in Europe. With England holding the record for the most overall titles whilst Wales has the most Slams. The Championship is a key highlight in the rugby calendar and known for its electric atmosphere and passionate fan-base.
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Unite lambasts bin lorry firm charging £ thousands for safety upgrade ordered after refuse worker's death

The Unite Union has slammed Netherlands-based bin lorry manufacturer Terberg after the BBC revealed it has been charging councils thousands of pounds for a safety upgrade it said would be fitted for free after a worker was crushed to death..
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President and CEO Magnus Groth will leave Essity during 2025

Yesterday, after 14 years with the Group and almost 10 years as president and CEO, Magnus Groth informed the Board of Directors of Essity Aktiebolag that he has decided to step down as CEO and from the Board during 2025. A recruitment process for a successor will be initiated immediately.
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Sustainability reporting by major organisations has more than doubled since 1999

A new study by KPMG, which provides financial and environmental insights for major organisations around the globe, examined the sustainability reporting of 5,800 organisations worldwide. Among their recent findings were:
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International Cleaning Week 2025 set to honour cleaning professionals around the world

International Cleaning Week takes place 23rd - 29th March, 2025. The week-long event hosted by ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association, introduces innovative new resources to empower cleaning-industry professionals globally.
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BICSc announces 100,000 enrolments in training milestone

The British Institute of Cleaning Science has announced a momentous milestone as it marks 100,000 enrolments for its industry-leading Virtual Training Suite.

BICSc, the largest independent, professional and educational body within the UK cleaning industry, with members all over the world, is celebrating the landmark achievement of 100,000 enrolments for its numerous, varied, online training courses.
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The Cleaning Show 2025: the excitement builds

The Cleaning Show 2025, taking place from 18th -20th March at ExCeL London, is reaffirming its position as the UK's largest event for cleaning, hygiene and facilities management. Reflecting the sector's impressive growth and demand, the 2025 edition will be the biggest yet, boasting over 150 confirmed exhibitors, an expanded event space and a conference programme with 10 panel sessions across three days.

Expanding by 2,000sq.m from the 2023 edition, The Cleaning Show 2025 will welcome more than 7,000 professionals from sectors including facilities management, healthcare, hospitality, transport, retail and public services.
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Significant funding available to local authorities to reduce blight of gum litter

This week, the Chewing Gum Task Force has announced the start of its fourth year of grants of up to £27,500 to allow councils to purchase specialist chewing gum cleaning equipment and/or increase street cleansing.

These grants are supplemented by fully-funded gum litter prevention packages for each council, including targeted behaviour change signage and advice, designed and produced by social enterprise Behaviour Change.
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New research shows 80% of suppliers fear margin erosion due to poor business review practices

Clientshare, the company behind global business reviews platform, Pulse, has this week announced the release of its latest whitepaper: The QBR Frustration. The newly commissioned research proves the urgent need for facilities management, logistics and process outsourcing suppliers to improve their Business Review processes if they want to continue to grow and retain their customer accounts.

The findings uncover critical gaps in how these suppliers communicate with key buyers and shows why opportunities for growth are being missed.
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Bionetix launches Bio-Eco-Wash probiotic cleaner for sensitive environments

Quebec, Canada-based company Bionetixis has launched a new cleaning concentrate for use in sensitive environments. Bio-Eco-Wash is a low foaming formula that combines natural surfactants with probiotics for effective cleaning, degreasing and surface prep in a variety of industrial and marine applications. With Bio-Eco-Wash industrial users can boost cleaning power while reducing their environmental impact.

Surfactants are a critical component of cleaners, loosening particles of dirt and grime so they are easier to rinse away. By using naturally derived surfactants in Bio-Eco-Wash, Bionetix minimises the danger of polluting the environment with synthetic surfactants.
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Nexaro presents new Nexaro NR 1700: Significant improvements in efficiency and expanded uses for more complex requirements

Following the launch of its compact robot vacuum cleaner for commercial building cleaning - the Nexaro NR 1500, Wuppertal, Germany-based technology start-up Nexaro is now expanding its product range with another innovative vacuum robot: the Nexaro NR 1700.

This new model has been specially developed to meet the demands and offer even more efficient cleaning of larger, more complex spaces in a professional environment. The development of the new intelligent robot vacuum cleaner is based on Nexaro's close cooperation with leading national and international cleaning companies. Nexaro says it is taking the next step to ensure the future viability of the commercial building cleaning market.
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Care home's journey to sustainable food waste management

Mayfield House Care Home, a well-established provider of residential and dementia care in Crewe, has long prioritised the happiness and wellbeing of its residents. With over 24 years of experience and a strong reputation for quality care, it is also committed to being a responsible member of the community. This commitment led it to partner with Keenan Recycling to revolutionise its approach to food waste management, achieving remarkable environmental and operational benefits.

Before joining forces with Keenan Recycling, food waste management was a significant challenge. Food waste was disposed of in general waste bins, contributing to higher disposal costs due to its weight. The lack of a structured recycling process limited the organisation’s ability to align with its sustainability goals.
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Employer’s failure to address hazards of inflatable pipe plugs led to worker’s death

A US Department of Labour investigation has found that a drainpipe cleaning and maintenance company could have prevented an explosion at a Port Saint Lucie worksite in June 2024 that claimed a 24-year-old worker's life, by implementing proper safety measures to address the hazards of inflatable pipe plugs.

An investigation by the department's Occupational Safety & Health Administration revealed that on 8th June, 2024, two employees of Southeast Services of the Treasure Coast were cleaning a drainpipe at the intersection of Southwest Becker Road and Southwest Village Parkway. During the process, the pipe's pressurised plug became over-inflated, causing an explosion so powerful that it ejected one worker 15 feet from the storm drain, resulting in fatal injuries.
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OCS and Everton F.C. 'strike' five-year FM partnership to support new stadium

OCS has secured a five-year contract to provide integrated facilities management services to Premier League football club Everton Football Club.

Everton F.C., a founding member of the Football League (1888) and the Premier League (1992), currently competes in the top tier of English football. Ahead of the 2025-26 season, the club will move to its new Everton Stadium at Bramley Moore Dock on the banks of the River Mersey. The stadium move is part of a wider regeneration of Liverpool's North Docks, and the area around the club's current home ground, Goodison Park, will be used for new affordable housing.
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Merton Council appoints Veolia as recycling and waste collections partner

The London Borough of Merton has appointed Veolia to deliver recycling and waste collections and Winter maintenance services as part of a new eight-year contract starting in April. Driving recycling will be a key priority, as well as delivering more sustainable services to support Merton Council's ambition to become carbon neutral by 2030.

Recycling capacity will be increased with the introduction of single chamber Refuse Collection Vehicles (RCVs), improving operational efficiency by enabling collections to be completed with just one tip.
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New Independent Inspector appointed to audit CHSA Accreditation Schemes

The Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association has appointed a new Independent Inspector of its highly regarded Accreditation Schemes: David Luffman will take up the role in March 2025.
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Loo of the Year Awards: who joined the latest 'hall of fame'?

A shopping centre in Scotland - the Centre Livingston - has been judged to have the best public loos in the UK following the latest round of inspections carried out by Loo of the Year Awards judges. Its team, along with 17 other companies and individuals, were presented with their trophies at the annual Awards which took place at the National Motorcycle Museum in Solihull recently.
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Commercial cleaning: Predictions for 2025

Stuart Conroy, commercial director at Peartree Cleaning, writes:

"The commercial cleaning industry is evolving rapidly, driven by shifting customer expectations, technological innovation and a focus on sustainability. With consistent year-on-year growth the cleaning, hygiene and waste disposal sector makes up 5% of the UK's entire workforce - 1.47 million people in total.

However, despite a generally positive outlook, the industry continues to face a number of challenges, including pressures caused by economic uncertainty and severe staff shortages. While the British Cleaning Council (BCC) predicted that the UK cleaning industry would generate 93,000 new jobs in 2024, it also predicted that 29% of those jobs would be 'hard to fill'.
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UK Government to clean up communities with deposit return scheme for plastic bottles and cans

On Monday the British Government pledged to end the throwaway society and clean up Britain, as it implements legislation for the deposit return scheme for drinks containers in England and Northern Ireland. Once the scheme launches in October 2027, consumers will have a financial incentive to return empty containers to a collection point, such as at their local supermarket, so that the bottle or can will be recycled.
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15 years of putting washroom services at the heart of the business

Thirsk-based washroom services expert TWC Facilities, tells us it is proudly celebrating its 15th anniversary this year. It says that since its humble beginnings, the company has grown into the region's top choice for washroom services in the North of England, offering a range of services including washroom management, waste services, floor mat solutions and consumables.
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Recycling Showdown: primary school pupils design heroes and villains of recycling and need your votes

Over the Autumn months, Caerphilly Council and its recycling advisors teamed up with local artist Jason Hicks, to deliver exciting educational sessions in schools on waste and recycling. And as part of the campaign, Year 5 and 6 pupils from five schools across Caerphilly put their creative skills to use to design their own recycling heroes and villains.
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BICSc to partner with The Workplace Event

The British Institute of Cleaning Science is to become an official partner of The Workplace Event, solidifying its role as an industry leader in the professional cleaning sector.
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CKFM poised to reshape its future

CK Facilities Management is poised for greater things, having accepted a significant investment in the business by Clece Care Services. “This investment provides us with the opportunity to reshape the future of our business and unlock greater opportunities for development,” says Ian Pether, business development director.
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Robert Scott's P-Wave brand has a fresh new look for 2025

The renowned P-Wave brand has been given a fresh new look for 2025.

"We've been enhancing the washroom experience with our air-freshening products for many years and now it's time to refresh our brand," says P-Wave brand manager Mark Wintle at Robert Scott.
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Atlas now 100% employee-owned

UK facilities management company Atlas, has announced its transition to 100% employee ownership through the creation of an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT). This milestone, says Atlas, makes it the first company in the industry to be entirely owned by its employees, setting a new standard in the sector.
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OCS acquires Maxim FM, one of the fastest-growing FM companies in the North-East

OCS has acquired of Maxim FM, one of the fastest-growing independent regional facilities management companies in the North-East of England.
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Cleaning industry resilient and committed to innovation despite persistent challenges, new research reveals…

Despite persisting economic challenges, the cleaning sector continues to demonstrate confidence and a firm focus on sustainable innovation, according to new research from cleaning product manufacturer and distributor Robert Scott.
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Metsä Group announces shortlist for 2025 Sustainability Awards

Metsä Group's tissue paper business, Metsä Tissue, in partnership with the Cleaning & Support Services Association, has announced the shortlist for its 2025 Sustainability Awards. With an exceptional 91 entries received from 46 companies, nominations were submitted across all five categories and all were automatically entered into the Judges' Choice Awards.
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WFBSC Global Summit
12-13th March 2025
Auckland
New Zealand
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London Cleaning Show
18-20th March 2025
ExCel London
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ISSA Pulire 2025
27-29th May 2025
Rho Fiera Milano
Italy
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Hygienalia
4-6th November 2025
Valencia
Spain
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ISSA Show North America
10-13th November 2025
Las Vegas
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