Cleanzine: your weekly cleaning and hygiene industry newsletter 4th September 2025 Issue no. 1176
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 International News
Products The not so 'Dirty Dozen' - BSCAI welcomes 12 new members to the network The Building Service Contractors Association International has welcomed 12 new members - companies that actively contribute to commercial cleaning industry. They are: * Sanitaire Commercial  Sellars recognised with Future 50 Award
Enhance your skills in effectively managing supplier relationships: online course
Jill Frey, Cummins Facility Services CEO, Named 2025 Trailblazer Award Winner
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Welcome to the Cleanzine
Welcome to this, our first Cleanzine broadcast following our Summer break. We originally planned these breaks to coincide with the annual shutdown that much of continental Europe had followed for decades, but I’m wondering whether, post-pandemic and what has become a seemingly permanent ‘work from home’ pattern for many of us, this custom still holds. So many of us might enjoy no longer having to travel into a workplace, but do any of us ever really ‘switch off’ now?
I certainly don’t… Shortly after John Austen and I launched Cleanzine in 2002, we attended Interclean Amsterdam where we produced the first of our many ‘Cleanzine Daily’ broadcasts from international exhibitions. Visits to stands there prompted the first of many ‘Harry falls off a ladder’ stories, whereby John, in attempting to convey the benefits of Internet broadcasting before e-zines were really known about, would explain how unexpected occurrences could stymie business plans and prevent - Harry in this case - from attending an exhibition, a company open day or a product launch. “If Harry can’t come to you, an e-zine will take you, your company and your message to Harry,” was John’s argument. “It’s almost instant, it’s low cost if you wish to advertise and unlike a magazine doesn’t involve chopping down trees.”
During our break this year I became Harry. As I was lying on the ground, unable to move, wondering whether bouncing hard onto my back as I’d just done had broken it – and while my head was still spinning since that had hit the ground hard in the second bump – I was thinking… “I’ve become complacent. I’ll have to share this with Cleanzine’s readers.”
The previous week I’d been on the platform of a 10ft ladder in well-worn flip flops, outstretched arms brandishing fully-extended loppers over my neighbour’s fence, hacking through thick hazel branches. Occasionally I’d have one knee on the platform while using the other leg as a wedge to prevent me from toppling as I leant far further forward than I should have done. I’ve been doing it each year for 25 and generally feel perfectly safe. It took a 2ft stepladder and me helping remove decor at the end of a festival to be reminded about the very real dangers of complacency.
According to the Institution of Occupational Safety & Health, falls from height cause an estimated 684,000 deaths annually, making them the second leading cause of injury death globally. But it’s not just those in our sector who work at height who can injure themselves by becoming complacent over everyday tasks. It’s those who bend, lift and twist, who’ve become so used to lugging that heavy machine upstairs that they no longer think about it. It’s all of us. Don’t be like Harry (or me)! Remain aware of what you’re doing and how you’re doing it at all times and stay safe.
This Week's News
Loo of the Year Awards celebrates trademark success ahead of 2026 Awards
Since acquiring the Awards in 2021, managing directors Becky Wall BEM and Charles Wall, together with Awards manager Jane and their team of independent inspectors, have worked to elevate standards across the sector and expand the profile of washroom excellence nationwide. Securing manufacturing and supply chains in a changing world
"The global landscape for manufacturing and supply chains continues to see change like never before. Geopolitical shifts, evolving tariff regulations, and a renewed focus on risk mitigation have spurred a significant move toward reshoring and nearshoring, bringing production closer to home. Nick Platt joins Cleanology as chief growth officer to lead new expansion phase
Nick has been headhunted to spearhead growth strategy and ensure Cleanology reaches a number of ambitious targets across the UK and Ireland. With a proven track record at scaling businesses and heading up high performing commercial teams, Nick's wealth of experience further strengthens Cleanology's senior leadership team.  16 years of data: clean washrooms drive loyalty, repeat visits and revenue
The 2025 results confirm a powerful truth: washrooms aren't just functional spaces - they're a mirror of a facility's management, brand and values. Whether they fall short or exceed expectations, the impact on customer perception, loyalty and spending, is immediate.   Non-slip floor cleaning made faster and more effective
"The practice had safety flooring throughout - which was proving difficult to clean with manual mops due to its non-slip nature - so traditional methods such as manual mopping and rotary machines were proving ineffective," says James. Zvoove enters Nordics and enhances cleaning software portfolio with CleanManager acquisition
"Building on our success in temporary staffing software, Zvoove is now executing a focused strategy to expand as a market leader in the cleaning industry as well,” says Zvoove CEO Oliver Muhr. “Our acquisition of CleanManager marks a pivotal milestone in expanding Zvoove Clean across Europe.  Kingdom Group completes acquisition of Crystalcare Facilities Services
Rebranded as Kingdom Cleaning London, Crystalcare will be Kingdom's specialist city-based division. The rebranding is to align with the existing brands within the Group, which provides expert cleaning services to more than 1,000 sites from a diverse range of sectors across the UK. Horecava 2026 introduces new theme: 'Cleaning & Recycling'
These high expectations translate behind the scenes into a growing demand for professional solutions in cleaning, hygiene and waste management. That's why Netherlands-based Horecava 2026 (January 12-15) is introducing a new theme area: Cleaning & Recycling.  SkyVac: the sky’s the limit when it comes to global reach
The company now boasts official SkyVac dealers in Greece, the UAE, Singapore and Qatar, strengthening its global presence and making its innovative cleaning solutions more accessible than ever before. Rhinos given dry ice clean treatment in community clean-up
The town's famous rhino statue - also complete with baby rhino - was first in line for a makeover as part of a Dumfries Shine initiative, organised by the town's board. Key rail services still superbly supported thanks to contract extension
This continued collaboration reinforces a long-standing relationship supporting some of the UK's busiest train routes and reflects Alstom's confidence in OCS's ability to deliver high-quality, flexible and cost-effective services in a uniquely complex environment. The Cleanzine Archive Search We keep an extensive archive of news stories and product information that have featured in past issues of The Cleanzine. If you would like to run a search of the The Cleanzine web site using the search tool below please just go ahead by entering in the name of the person, product or company or any other key words that you are looking for. How to contact us at The Cleanzine:
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