Amsterdam Innovation Awards 2026: shortlist announced

The Interclean Amsterdam Innovation Awards shortlist highlights the industry's latest innovations that are driving meaningful change and progress across the cleaning & hygiene sector – and the companies and products which have most impressed the judges this year, have just been announced.
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Why workplace hygiene is becoming a talent retention issue

Stuart Gentle, managing director of online recruitment specialist Onrec, writes…

“Workplace hygiene has moved from a background concern to a visible signal of care, trust and respect, and employees are increasingly factoring it into their decision to stay or leave.
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ACI Convention and 'Duck Race' raise $100,000 for charity in honour of ACI's 100th Anniversary

Celebrating its 100th Anniversary in 2026, the American Cleaning Institute has already achieved something else of a milestone this year: it used its recent ACI Annual Meeting & Industry Convention to raise $100,000 for The WASH Foundation and DigDeep.
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Onyx unveils DX15 scrubber: 15in. power in tight spaces

For environments where every inch matters, North-Carolina, US-based Onyx has introduced the DX15 walk-behind floor scrubber, engineered to deliver professional-grade cleaning power in tight commercial spaces.
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FM services market projected to reach USD 226.3bn by 2032

The global Facilities Management market size was valued at USD 35.6bn in 2018 to USD 64.bn in 2024 and is anticipated to reach USD 226.3bn by 2032, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate of 17.10% during the forecast period, according to new research. Growth is being driven by cost control needs, service consistency and regulatory compliance, with offices, hospitals, manufacturing sites, retail spaces and government buildings all continuing to increase reliance on integrated facility solutions.
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PPE cleaning and recycling services aid sustainability across the US

As organisations face mounting pressure from rising Personal Protective Equipment costs, supply chain volatility and increasing sustainability expectations, Libra Industries continues to play an important role in glove and PPE cleaning and recycling services across the US.
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Recycled hand dryer joins Phs Group’s new recycled washroom range

Phs Group has launched what is believed to be the UK's first 100% recycled washroom essentials collection.

The ReVive range, says the company, is the UK's first and only up to 100% recycled washroom range. It includes paper towel dispensers, soap dispensers, air fresheners, sanitary disposal units, nappy disposal units and hand dryers.
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Tennant acquires long-time distributors of its equipment in Sweden

Tennant Company has acquired Clean Machine Falkenberg AB and Repax AB, with a view to accelerating growth in the Swedish region. The two are respected distributors with large customer bases in southern Sweden, experienced sales forces, and extensive service networks. As strong, long-term partners to Tennant, they have been a knowledgeable resource for the manufacturer’s customers in the region.
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OCS Group's activities in Morocco and Senegal to be sold

African private equity firm Adenia Partners, along with Proparco, has signed an agreement to sell OCS Group's operations in Morocco and Senegal to a consortium led by Morocco's Retail Holding, alongside pan-African investment fund Amethis.
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Unifi Aviation hopes to clean up in continental Europe with acquisition of Viggo

Unifi Aviation, a global aviation services company and the largest ground handling provider in North America, has acquired Viggo, a premier Dutch ground handling company with more than 50 years of experience. The acquisition marks Unifi's expansion into continental Europe, strengthening its established presence across North America, the UK and Ireland.
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ISS renews major contract with Australia's New South Wales Government Department of Education

ISS has extended its long-standing partnership with the New South Wales (NSW) Government Department of Education in Australia. The renewed contract has an annual value of approximately DKK 800 million (107 153 859.54 euros).
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Clorox announces acquisition of Gojo Industries

The Clorox Company has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Gojo Industries – the manufacturer of Purell, for $2.25 billion in cash, including anticipated tax benefits valued at approximately $330 million, for a net purchase price of $1.92 billion.
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Interclean Amsterdam 2026 to deliver expanded focus on automation, robotics and sustainability

Interclean Amsterdam 2026 returns to RAI Amsterdam as the world's leading meeting place for the cleaning & hygiene industry, uniting global manufacturers, innovators and decision-makers as the sector continues to evolve.
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Harrisons breaks new ground with wet wipes launch

For the first time in its 135-year history, Harrisons, a leading UK manufacturer of nonwoven wipes, has launched a set of fully in-house manufactured wet wipes.
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Trinity Socket: one smart solution for a fragmented mop market

For decades, professional cleaning teams have quietly worked around an industry inefficiency few outside the sector ever notice: handle incompatibility. Different mop systems, different sockets, different handles - often on the same site. The result?
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Celebrating 15 years of Morclean’s iconic Custom Plus Bin Wash

Morclean, one of the UK's most well-established manufacturers of environmental cleaning equipment, is celebrating the 15th anniversary of the launch of its most successful and recognisable model – the multi-Award winning Custom Plus Bin Wash - a machine that has come to define performance, durability and innovation in the sector.
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CHSA celebrates excellence, commitment and talent with new Awards

The Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association is launching a new Awards program, created to celebrate excellence, commitment and talent.

The winners of the inaugural Awards will be announced at the CHSA's annual Gala Ball, which takes place on Thursday 18th June at voco St John's in Solihull.
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Newly-published research shows steady growth in the UK cleaning, hygiene & waste industry

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The value of the cleaning, hygiene & waste industry continues to grow, reaching almost £72bn according to latest figures, with the number of staff employed and number of businesses also on the up.

The rise from 67.7bn in 2022 (the figure has been revised up) to nearly £72bn in 2023 for the amount the sector contributes to the nation's wealth maintains its position as one of the UK's top 10 industries, according to the British Cleaning Council's 2026 annual research report.
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Hospital hygiene management market to grow on back of stringent hygiene regulations, reaching USD 32.7bn by 2036

The hospital hygiene management market is projected to reach USD 32.7bn by 2036, expanding at a Compound Annual Growth Rate of 10.3% from 2026 to 2036. It will be driven by the growing prevalence of hospital-acquired infections and stricter infection control regulations worldwide. Increasing investments in advanced sterilisation equipment, automated disinfection technologies, high-performance cleaning agents and biomedical waste management systems are significantly supporting market expansion.

Furthermore, rising healthcare infrastructure development, regulatory compliance mandates and heightened focus on patient safety standards are expected to sustain consistent demand for comprehensive hospital hygiene management solutions throughout the forecast period.
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A clean floor isn't a safe floor: uncovering the hidden dangers

A high-gloss finish is often a mask for a high-risk environment. Even a seemingly shiny floor can hide unseen risks that impact the safety of your workforce, as Cheryl Wallace, European product & commercialisation manager at New Pig, explains…

“Slips, trips, and falls remain the single most common cause of major injury in UK workplaces. They aren't just HR headaches; they are a financial drain, costing employers approximately £512 million annually in lost production and legal liabilities.
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New EU eco-design regulation to reduce waste by ending destruction of unsold apparel

The European Union has formally adopted new sustainability rules under the Eco-design framework that will enormously reduce waste by prohibiting the destruction of unsold textiles and footwear. According to global apparel sourcing agency Epsilon Global Sourcing, the regulation represents a structural shift in how brands, retailers and manufacturing partners manage overproduction, compliance and inventory risk across international supply chains.

The measure forms part of the EU's broader Sustainable Products agenda under the Eco-design for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR). For the fashion and textile sector, the most immediate impact is clear: unsold clothing and footwear can no longer be written off through disposal practices that have historically included incineration or landfill.
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SafeSeat: Industrial toilet seat designed to solve annoying workplace issue

Pure Hold has launched SafeSeat, a new industrial-grade toilet seat designed to solve a problem familiar to almost every workplace and retail site: toilet seats that loosen, wobble and move because they were never designed for commercial use.

In factories, warehouses, offices, retail spaces and hospitality venues, toilet seats are often fitted with domestic toilet seats simply because they are cheap and readily available. In high-traffic environments, however, these seats quickly become loose and unstable. This creates daily frustration for users, repeated maintenance call-outs, and a potential health & safety risk.
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ERC sees TVH as example of remanufacturing success

Global parts specialist TVH has been acknowledged an example and a specialist in remanufacturing, by the European Remanufacturing Council. The announcement was made in the ERC's official statement released last week to several European heads of state during a European summit.

European heads of state meet in the castle Alden Biesen in Belgium to discuss how to strengthen the single market, reduce economic dependencies and boost EU competitiveness in a new geoeconomic context. Hosted by Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever, the meeting includes French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, and Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
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Viridi and Zschimmer & Schwarz collaborate on CO2-based surfactants

Zschimmer & Schwarz, a global supplier of chemical specialities and auxiliaries, and Viridi, a deep-tech start-up focused on carbon dioxide utilisation, have entered into a Joint Development Agreement to accelerate the scale-up and market adoption of Viridi's proprietary technology for the production of sustainable surfactants, used for example in the formulation of cleaning agents.

Viridi's technology facilitates the use of captured carbon dioxide as a renewable carbon source in chemical manufacturing. Following extensive trials conducted by Zschimmer & Schwarz, multiple potential applications and use cases were identified. By further adopting the Viridi technology, Zschimmer & Schwarz aims to enhance both product sustainability and production efficiency.
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New partnership strengthens Trojan Battery's distribution footprint

US-based global battery giant Trojan Battery Company is expanding its Master Distributor Network with the appointment of Motive Energy, a supplier of end-to-end power solutions for 50 years. Its addition as a complementary distributor continues Trojan's century-long commitment to providing exceptional customer service and support.

Based in southern California, Motive Energy will serve as a regional option to Continental Battery Systems - Trojan's national distributor.
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Churchill duets with Glasshouse International Centre for Music

Churchill has been awarded a three-year contract to deliver specialist cleaning services at The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, one of the North East's most recognisable cultural landmarks.

The contract covers the internal cleaning of the iconic venue in Gateshead, on the banks of the River Tyne. Operating as a charity and recently marking its 21st anniversary, the building requires a highly flexible schedule that aligns with the needs of performances and daily operations.
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UK Industry Associations unite in landmark article to challenge cleaning career perceptions

Heads of five major UK cleaning industry Associations have joined forces in a landmark feature for Education Today magazine, speaking directly to careers advisers and education professionals about the genuine opportunities available in the cleaning sector.
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Cleaning sector staff and businesses urged not to miss out on apprenticeship opportunities

The British Cleaning Council is marking National Apprenticeship Week by celebrating staff who have passed the cleaning industry's Level 2 apprenticeship and by also encouraging more sector businesses to take the opportunity to participate in the scheme.
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CHSA's new Resources page makes clear requirements for membership

The Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Assocation has launched a comprehensive new Resources page on its website, which gives members and prospective members the information they need to ensure compliance with the CHSA Accreditation Schemes.
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Barnet's fly tipping fines pass £100,000 following crackdown

Barnet council's enforcement team passed a milestone in January, as income from fixed penalty notices for environmental crimes passed £100,000 for this financial year (since 1st April 2025). The success comes as the council completes its three-month focused crackdown on fly-tipping in four hotspot wards - Burnt Oak, Hendon, West Hendon and Cricklewood.
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Five reasons not to miss Golden Service Awards 2026

The Kimberly-Clark Professional Golden Service Awards presentation celebration is just a few months away, so buy your tickets now to ensure that you are part of this 'not to be missed' event for the cleaning & facilities management industry. You will be able to meet your peers and celebrity host - actor and comedian Kerry Godliman - and join sponsors, partners and finalists to celebrate industry excellence on Thursday May 21st at the London Hilton on Park Lane.
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Forest Green Rovers cleans green - again

'The world's greenest football club', Forest Green Rovers, is continuing its partnership with popular eco-cleaning brand, Delphis Eco, reinforcing a shared commitment to sustainability during the 2025-26 season.
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Peartree renews £1million contract with Farnborough Airport

Farnborough Airport has renewed its cleaning contract with Peartree Cleaning Services, following a successful partnership delivering consistently high standards across the airport's operational estate.
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CHSA Accreditation Schemes updates

The Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association is continuing to play a huge part in ensuring that members’ customers get what they are paying for, with the completion of 100 audits of its manufacturing members and 77 audits of its distributor members during 2025. More than 50,000 products have also been checked.
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Knockout move: Sitemark backs rising Team GB boxing star Kelsey Oakley on her road to LA 2028

Sitemark, the UK's popular independent benchmarking and best-practice consultancy for facilities management, has announced its support for rising Team GB boxer Kelsey Oakley, helping fund her journey as she trains and competes on the international stage.
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The future of facilities: Why Manchester is the place to be this February

The cleaning and facilities management landscape is shifting faster than ever. As we move into 2026, the industry is no longer just about ‘maintenance’ - it's about technology, sustainability and the wellbeing of the people who keep our buildings running. For professionals across the North and beyond, there is one event that needs to be noted in the diary: 18th-19th February, when The Cleaning Show returns to Manchester Central, transforming the heart of the city into a hub of innovation.
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MSL enhances hygiene auditing with air quality testing for Awaab's Law compliance

Regulatory and microbiological testing house MSL Solution Providers has expanded its CleanSure Hygiene Auditing Solution to include air quality testing. The addition of air plate testing, alongside existing swab testing, enables landlords, councils, housing associations and facilities management teams to validate indoor air quality as well as surface cleanliness in line with the latest requirements of Awaab's Law.
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Cleaning sector remains resilient and committed to innovation despite continued challenges, new research reveals

According to new research from cleaning manufacturer and distributor Robert Scott, the rising cost of doing business is the biggest challenge facing the UK's cleaning industry.
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Manchester Cleaning Show celebrates the city's influential role in shaping UK cleaning sector

From major event venues to shared workspaces, thousands of people work behind the scenes every day to keep Manchester running. Next month, those vital roles will be firmly in the spotlight as the city hosts the UK's largest hygiene and cleaning event at Manchester Central on 18th and 19th February.
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The Cleaning Show
18-19th February 2026
Manchester
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Innovation Lab 2026
5th March 2026
Liverpool
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Clean-Tech Expo
10-12th March 2026
Warsaw
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Cleaning Expo
27-28th March 2026
NAEC Stoneleigh Park
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INTERCLEAN
14-17th April 2026
Amsterdam
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The Workplace Event
28-30th April 2026
NEC
Birmingham UK
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