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Today’s CPD-certified green marketing masterclass should eliminate ‘greenwashing’

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Businesses are under increasing pressure to communicate their environmental initiatives accurately as sustainability becomes a fundamental component of corporate strategy in 2025.
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P-Wave's NHS body awareness partnership wins major European marketing award

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P-Wave's body awareness partnership with NHS England has just won the Marketing Campaign of the Year category at the 24th European Office Product Awards in Amsterdam.
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ISSA announces winners of inaugural Spotless Spaces competition

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ISSA has announced the winners of its first-ever Spotless Spaces competition, sponsored by Tork, an Essity Brand. This exclusive ISSA-member benefit spotlights outstanding cleaning environments worldwide, celebrating the critical work of cleaning professionals in maintaining safe, healthy and pristine facilities.
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Expert panel concludes single-use products are essential for infection control and cleanliness

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A distinguished panel of experts joined a webinar hosted by Knowlex to explore the role of single-use products in infection control and hygiene, particularly in healthcare settings and commercial kitchens.
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Kimberly-Clark announces first tissue manufacturing site on path to 100% renewable energy

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Kimberly-Clark (K-C), has announced that its manufacturing site in Koblenz, Germany, (which plays a key part in Kimberly-Clark Professional's RightCycle Programme) has become the company's first tissue manufacturing facility globally with a pathway to transition its operations to 100% renewable energy.
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The hidden risks of lone worker safety: why safety must be a priority

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By Rob Gilbert, managing director for commercial and infrastructure at Totalmobile

“Every lone worker can be a moment away from a threat. That's, unfortunately, the harsh reality of modern field services. Yet, many organisations may not fully realise the extent of their responsibility. When a worker is alone, danger isn't distant. It's slipping on an icy pavement. It's falling from a height when no one is around. It's a dark car park in winter.

But what's more worrying is that these aren't made-up scenarios. It's the real, everyday reality for lone workers in the UK and worldwide.
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Applications open for Purus Innovation Award 2025

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Applications are now open for the CMS Purus Innovation Awards. PIA 2025 recognises outstanding innovations in the industry, such as sustainable cleaning agents, AI-supported assistance systems and energy-efficient machines. The awards are presented by CMS Berlin, the trade fair for the cleaning & hygiene sector, which will take place for the 12th time at the Berlin Exhibition Centre from 23rd - 26th September 2025.
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Chicopee and Sontara exhibit together under new parent company

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Europropre Paris 2025, (Paris Expo, Versailles, 25th - 27th March) marks the first opportunity for the European cleaning industry to see Chicopee and Sontara exhibiting together under their new parent company, Magnera. While both brands remain distinct, they bring complementary expertise to meet a variety of customer needs.
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Sodexo on track to halve its food waste in the UK and Ireland by end of Fiscal Year 2025

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To mark WRAP's annual Food Waste Action Week, (17-23 March) Sodexo UK & Ireland has announced that it is on course to meet its goal of cutting food waste by 50% by the end of FY2025 - five years ahead of the UN's Sustainable Development Goal target of 2030.
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Kimberly-Clark Professional’s new technology revolutionises washroom management

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Kimberly-Clark Professional has introduced into the US market a customer-centric innovation called Onvation SmartFit technology consisting of a small, Internet-enabled sensor that fits inside paper towel and bath tissue dispensers to provide real-time data which helps commercial facilities managers schedule janitorial staff more efficiently and reduce waste.
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Slim Air - Sustainable air freshener from Kennedy Hygiene

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The latest air freshener from Kennedy Hygiene Products will be launched at the London Cleaning Show next week, on Stand B36.
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Sutter acquires Spanish company Nitida Cleaning & Health

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Producing and marketing cleaning & hygiene products for over five generations, multinational company with an Italian heart - Sutter Group, has finalised an agreement to acquire Spanish company Nitida Cleaning & Health S.A.
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Evonik signs exclusive US distribution agreement with Sea-Land Chemical

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Evonik has entered into an exclusive agreement with the Cleveland-based Sea-Land Chemical Company for the distribution of its cleaning solutions in the US. The agreement builds on a long-standing relationship with the distributor and expands the reach of Evonik's cleaning solutions to the entire US region.
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Industrial-strength cleaners: HB Trade helps professionals stay legally compliant

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With tightening UK regulations on acid-based chemicals, HB Trade is helping cleaning professionals, facilities managers and the construction trade stay compliant while maintaining access to the powerful cleaning solutions they need.
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I'm sure I'm not the only one who’s been following the commentaries on the trade tariffs being considered by US President Donald Trump along with the potentially retaliatory measures other countries' leaders might decide to make. What's been going on reminded me of a piece I wrote nine years ago, regarding the transportation of live animal 'stock' between different countries, which read: 'Maybe I'm being naive here but I just read that continental EU exports twice as much 'beef' to the UK as we do to them. Gather it's a similar story with other live animals. As well as causing extra unnecessary suffering, surely this adds to the cost, while polluting the environment and increasing road traffic. If we want to eat meat, why can't we all eat our own? Why the crossover?’ 
  
I've been feeling the same sort of sentiment over these tariffs. There's been what I consider to be a badly thought-through headlong rush by some governments to achieve 'Net Zero'. This is damaging economies and making the lives of billions of ordinary people harder than they need be, in terms of rising costs, shortages of essential goods and services plus an understandable fear of how we'll cope with what's being imposed upon us. Since Trump first publicly mooted his ideas on increasing trading tariffs, my thoughts have been that if countries were to impose harsh tariffs on one another, we'd all be forced into manufacturing our own products in our own countries where possible. I realise some countries don't have the resources to be able to manufacture everything they need, but in my view, this is where trade should kick in. If the UK is able, for example, to manufacture its own steel, why close down all the steel plants and import the stuff from places like China? The same amount of steel will still be produced but it will happen in a different part of the world. And then it will need shipping via land and sea, which will waste enormous amounts of fuel and damage the environment too. And let’s also consider the health of those living and working where all these goods are being produced. Imagine the pollution! Much of current Net Zero thinking is akin to sweeping the dust under the rug, in my view. We need a different approach. 
  
Like him or loathe him, I feel that Trump might well be doing more to save the planet with his tariffs, than any of the Net Zero fanatics are likely to achieve. And I’ll say it again. We all need to use less. ‘Make do and mend’, as our ancestors used to. Pass things on that we don’t need, to others who do. Repurpose things. Make less and waste less. That’s the way forward. And if you think I’m being naive, do feel free to let me know…
 

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This Week's News

Institute’s new youth event will boost interest in cleaning industry careers

* Institute-Youth-Event.jpegThe British Institute of Cleaning Science has announced a new event aimed at encouraging the next generation to consider careers within the professional cleaning industry.

The Institute will host its inaugural one-day BICSc Youth Event on 9th July 2025, in collaboration with Youth Employment UK (YEUK). Together they will shine a spotlight on the varied career opportunities in the cleaning sector and facilities management industry, showcasing and exploring exciting career options with experts from the sector, delivering dynamic presentations and participating in insightful, knowledge sharing panels.
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WRAP launches eTEEP tool to help local authorities manage Simpler Recycling Policy

* WRAP-eTEEP.jpgWRAP, (the Waste & Resources Action programme) has been working hard behind the scenes to support local authorities in preparation for the changes needing to be made under the Government's Simpler Recycling Policy and Environment Act 2021. This hard work has culminated in the launch of a free eTEEP online tool.

The new rules require councils to adopt a more consistent approach to recycling across England. This means collecting paper and card separately, as a minimum, from other recyclable materials and providing weekly separate food waste collections along with the collection of garden waste from properties with gardens.
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Major incident declared to address the impact of the waste service industrial action

* Major-incident-Birmingham.jpgThe council has a contingency plan using our limited resources to collect from all properties in the city once a week, but actions on the picket line have prevented us from doing this.

The daily blocking of our depots by pickets has meant that we cannot get our vehicles out to collect waste from residents. Often, we can only get one vehicle out per hour.
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Safety of microbial cleaning products highlighted in European webinar

* Webinar-Dr-Emma-Saunders.jpegGlobal biotechnology company Genesis Biosciences featured the safety, efficacy and regulatory landscape of microbial-based cleaning products in a new webinar aimed at instilling confidence in the home care, industrial and institutional cleaning sectors in Europe.

Microbial-based cleaning products contain live microorganisms, such as Bacillus bacteria, which actively break down dirt and organic matter. When added to surfaces, the microbes germinate and secrete enzymes to break down complex organic matter into simpler molecules they can digest, continuing to work even after cleaning.
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Touch-free technology ‘the way forward’ in washroom cleaning

* Touch-free-PROCHEM-CR2.jpegCleaning machine and solutions dealers across the world are meeting a common and growing need with the latest Prochem CR2 'touch-free' cleaning and restoration system. Hard surface wet areas such as washroom facilities have proven challenging to clean with traditional scrubber driers, leading operators to have to clean manually - with mixed results - says the company.

The increase in specification of modern safety flooring and hygiene walls has increased those challenges further, it says. The CR2 combines a pressure washer with a powerful vacuum system for areas where traditional methods of cleaning like mopping are ineffective.
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Mastering the art of water efficiency for today's buildings

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The key factors affecting commercial facility water consumption are the following:
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Finalists in Cintas 2025 Custodian of the Year Contest announced; public voting now open

* CINTAS-TOP-10.jpgCintas Corporation has this week announced the top 10 finalists in its 12th annual Cintas Custodian of the Year contest.

This year's finalists from across the US, showcase tremendous dedication and commitment to their schools. From now through April 11th, you can vote for your favourite custodian.
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Godfrey Group secures international certifications as it moves into new head office

* Godfrey-Group.jpegA North Wales commercial cleaning and facilities management company has secured a series of international certifications. Godfrey Group has achieved ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 covering Quality Management, Environmental Management and Occupational Health and Safety Management respectively.

Attaining the three ISOs coincides with the company moving to a new head office at the Pool Park Estate in Ruthin.
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Waste King women's perspectives on waste management

* Waste-women.jpgWhile working in waste management may be, traditionally, considered a role for men, a growing proportion, (currently some 27%) of the UK's waste management workforce is female.

According to the international network of waste professionals and experts, The International Solid Waste Association (ISWA), "Women make a strong contribution to the waste management sector. Women are out there but are just not very visible.
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NGB Clean's tyres and tubes recycling scheme set to be a game changer

* NGB-CLEAN.jpegA commercial cleaning social enterprise which helps prison leavers rebuild their lives has launched a green initiative to drive recycling of bicycle inner tubes and tyres. NGB (No Going Back) Clean is ready to roll out the scheme across the country after learning that many of the discarded inner tubes and tyres dumped in office bike stores were being thrown out with general waste.

NGB Clean launched its groundbreaking initiative - called 'Ride, Recycle, Repeat' - at The Ray Farringdon, the London headquarters of global social networking site, LinkedIn, on March 12.
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Recent UK News

Cleanology launches new branding - in heartfelt nod to the future

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Cleanology, the multi-award winning UK office and commercial cleaning company, has rebranded in a bold and exciting live launch marked by the projection of its vibrant new logo against iconic London landmarks.
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Metsä Group celebrates sustainability successes at the 2025 Sustainability Awards

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Metsä Group's tissue paper business, Metsä Tissue, in partnership with the Cleaning & Support Services Association (CSSA), celebrated and recognised the industry's commitment to sustainability last week at its 2025 Sustainability Awards Dinner at The Pelligon in Canary Wharf.
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UK businesses face 'eye-watering sums' that could threaten their survival as April Packaging Deadline looms

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Thousands of UK businesses risk unnecessary costs and financial instability if they neglect their packaging reporting obligations, experts at a leading environmental compliance firm have warned.
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Industrial cleaning company scoops facilities management business

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A Durham-based family-owned industrial cleaning company has acquired a North East facilities management business for an undisclosed figure.
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Bin Cleaned ‘bin’ sold!

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Tidy Green Clean, the commercial cleaning company servicing all of Scotland, has announced the successful sale of its bin cleaning division, Bin Cleaned, to specialist bin cleaning company Turbo Bin Cleaning, owned and operated by Simon and Sara Ledinski.
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New record figures for the value of the sector

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The latest figures, published on Tuesday, show that the value of the UK's cleaning, hygiene & waste industry jumped by more than 10% in 12 months to reach a record-breaking figure of nearly £66.9bn.
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Sky's the limit! New cleaning careers development website launches

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A new website launched at the Cleaning Show on Tuesday will transform how cleaning sector staff find out about careers development and training opportunities, and will help attract new recruits to the industry.
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Jangro unveils bold new brand identity at London Cleaning Show

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Jangro, leading independent provider of janitorial and catering supplies, has unveiled a new brand identity at the London Cleaning Show - the company's first rebrand in over a decade.
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SBFM's Matt Chapman wins 'CEO of the Year'

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SBFM's CEO Matt Chapman has won CEO of the Year at the 2025 Business Leader Awards with Business Awards UK. Matt has been CEO of SBFM since 2022, after which the organisation has welcomed 5,000 new colleagues and operates with a turnover of over £120 million.
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Loo of the Year Awards named 'Corporate Champion' by British Toilet Association

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The Loo of the Year Awards have been named a 'Corporate Champion' by the British Toilet Association in recognition of their pioneering work to raise standards of public washrooms across the UK.
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Extended contract for Barking Riverside Development

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Envac has signed a significant contract with Barking Riverside (BRL), a joint venture between the Mayor of London and housing association L&Q, to implement the next package of its innovative waste management solution in Barking Riverside.
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Sybron looks to the future with management buyout

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Sybron, the UK supplier of cleaning, hygiene and catering products to some of the largest names in hospitality, has taken significant steps to safeguard the long-term future of the business with the completion of a management buyout.
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Sustainability takes centre stage at this year's Cleaning Show

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By Yvonne Taylor, head of cleaning & support services, Compass One

“Sustainability and making sustainable choices are a necessity for organisations today - whether that is through procuring sustainable solutions to minimise their environmental impact or through making the right decisions to ensure sustainable growth through operational effectiveness and organisational efficiencies.
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Sustainability: regulations matter

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By Lorcan Mekitarian, chair of the Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association

"The CHSA chaired an expert panel at The Cleaning Show to help buyers navigate the challenge of greenwashing and source environmentally-friendly solutions that are effective, affordable and safe to use.
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Events & Exhibitions

The Workplace Event
8-10th April 2025
NEC
Birmingham, UK

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ISSA Pulire 2025
27-29th May 2025
Rho Fiera Milano
Italy

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INTERCLEAN
22-24th October 2025
Shanghai
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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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INTERCLEAN
14-17th April 2026
Amsterdam
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