Metsä Tissue is planning a significant investment in a tissue mill in the UK

Finnish paper giant Metsä Tissue is planning a significant investment in a tissue mill in the UK, involving 240,000 tons of tissue paper production capacity, built in several phases during the upcoming decade.

The production would be based on using sustainable fresh fibre pulp, and the first phase of the investment would be ready during 2025 to serve the professional and consumer tissue markets in the UK and Ireland.
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Covid-19: Driving toilet hygiene adoption in India

The Covid-19 outbreak has not only highlighted the chinks in the Indian healthcare ecosystem, but also the importance that often-ignored aspects of life such as toilet hygiene, writes Vikas Bagaria, founder, Pee Safe, in Times of India.
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Survey: Covid-era office workers prefer touchless washroom fixtures

When it comes to washroom breaks, office workers in the US say that touchless washroom fixtures are the number one feature that would make them feel safer when using their workplace washroom - and we daresay that this follows in offices throughout the world.
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IICRC announces winners of 2021 Annual Instructors Awards

Global standards developing organisation and certification body the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning & Restoration Certification, announced the winners of the 2021 Annual Instructors Awards recently, at a Gatsby-themed Awards Dinner at the Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The winners were:
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CWS International acquires Irish company Service Matters

CWS International GmbH has announced the acquisition of Service Matters Ltd (SML), an Irish company that specialises in providing products and services to the hygiene, workwear, cleanroom and the facilities management soft services sector.
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Hospital-grade microfibre said to eliminate risk of recontamination

UMF Corporation says its Micrillon microfibre is setting a new standard as the first hospital-grade microfibre that can be converted into a wide range of long-lasting, reusable products, including towels; cubicle curtains; socks; gloves; walk-off mats; reusable N95 rated face masks, and colour-coded microfibre cleaning products.
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ISSA and IFMA expand relationship to support cleaning & FM sector

ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association; IFMA, the International Facility Management Association; and Informa Markets have announced a partnership to best serve the global cleaning and facilities management industries.
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P-Wave launches powerful and scientifically-proven GermErase 24hr

P-Wave has launched GermErase 24hr, a powerful new, scientifically-proven disinfectant that destroys bacteria, viruses, and fungi, including the SARS-CoV-2 virus (which causes Covid-19) - killing it in under 30 seconds.
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Seko Group acquires Dolphin Solutions' soap and paper towel dispensers’ business 

Seko has announced that Dolphin Solutions has agreed to sell all of the assets and intellectual property relating to its Excel range of soap dispensers to Seko UK, effective 27th September 2021. 
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Telford company targets £multi-million opportunity after launching 'breakthrough' sanitising solution

A new alternative antiviral sanitising solution that is free from alcohol and chemicals is being launched by a Telford hygiene specialist.
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ISS strengthens leadership position in the healthcare segment in Turkey

ISS A/S has acquired Rönesans Facility Management Company in Turkey from Rönesans Holding, a Turkish contracting company.
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Eoin Foley to head up Phs group’s Irish operations

Washrooms and hygiene specialist Phs has appointed Eoin Foley as managing director to head up its Irish operations. The company has a local presence in every county in the Republic of Ireland and business is growing fast.
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Vapourtec's easy-HC10 delivers significant cost savings

A cleverly-designed handheld sprayer has been launched, which turns mildly salty tap water into a powerful disinfectant that kills 99.9% of germs, bacteria and viruses, including Covid-19.
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Cleaning conference cements commitment to change the sector

At its recent Cleanliness Sector Progress Conference, FEP, (the Federation of Companies for Cleanliness, Hygiene and Associated Services) which represents cleaning companies, social partners and representatives of public and private customers, signed a major commitment to "change a sector that is too often invisible but essential to all." 
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High-tech toilet launches funding-round to save planet, save money and boost hygiene - one flush at a time

The UK designer, manufacturer and patent holder ofPropelair, said to be the world's lowest-water-flush toilet, is launching a funding round on the investment platform Seedrs.
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Betco Corporation sets sights on expansion via acquisition

Family-owned, Ohio, US-based speciality chemical and equipment manufacturer Betco Corporation has announced that it is actively seeking opportunities to diversify and acquire culturally aligned businesses.
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Kärcher UK to demonstrate future of cleaning at The Cleaning Show 2021

Cleaning and maintenance equipment specialist, Kärcher UK, is set to excite The Cleaning Show attendees with its latest range of high-performance professional cleaning machines.

Visitors to the Kärcher stand can expect to find a carefully curated display that has been divided into four key areas to support facilities maintenance in the years to come: 'Driving Productivity', 'Sustainability', 'Cleaning Quality' and 'Added Value'.
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Soapbox: How businesses can fill the gap left by underfunded public toilet facilities

Matt Anderson, director of Velair, writes...

The British Toilet Association (BTA), a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the promotion of toilet hygiene, has recently reacted critically to news that Westminster is urging councils to reopen public toilets - but failing to provide the necessary funding.

As the BTA points out, there is evidently a great deal of confusion around this point, as there is "no legal requirement in place to force local authorities to provide or run public toilets" despite ministers' insistence on toilet reopening around the country.
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Manufacturer teams up with Liverpool F.C. as cleaning & disinfectant partner

As part of SC Johnson's multi-year 'Goals for Change' partnership with Liverpool Football Club (LFC), SC Johnson Professional's hand hygiene products will be used at LFC's stadium and AXA Training Centre.

As the Official Cleaning & Disinfectant Partner, the manufacturer will help LFC make its facilities safe and healthy for the return of supporters this season. The 'Goals for Change' partnership will include a series of initiatives to drive improvements in sustainability, health and opportunity.
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12-year-old schoolboy creates latest Handy Dryer for tomorrow's Global Handwashing Day

A 12-year-old schoolboy has joined forces with hand dryer manufacturer, Handy Dryers, to unveil a new model for Global Handwashing Day 2021.

Zach Cosham (picturd below), a budding engineer from Hove, East Sussex, approached Handy Dryers two months ago with an idea for a new hand dryer called the 'Zebrillo'. His design would deliver an effective dry, minimise noise levels and promote healthy hand hygiene to young people during the pandemic.
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RAS awards six-star accreditation to first office washrooms

The Maritime & Port Authority of Singapore (MPA)'s office washrooms on Levels 18, 19 and 21 at mTower are the first to be awarded the top six-star rating for adopting holistic DFEC - Detect, Feedback, Eliminate and Clean smart washroom solutions.

The facilities have met the Restroom Association of Singapore's excellent service and cleanliness requirements, and all the cleaning attendants were certified with the Singapore Workforce Skills Qualifications in washroom cleaning.
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BICSs Annual Awards… a roaring success!

The exceptional efforts of leading lights from the professional cleaning industry were in the spotlight at the recent British Institute of Cleaning Science Annual Awards, which recognise industry excellence.

Renowned as one of the largest, most influential networking events in the UK cleaning industry's calendar, the glittering, star-studded event, hosted by TV personality Reverend Richard Coles with guest voice overs provided by TV actor, comedian, and impressionist Terry Mynott, was a roaring success.
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Dawsongroup sweepers secures largest Scottish sweeper contract

Dawsongroup sweepers, one of the UK's leading rental suppliers of industrial and municipal cleaning vehicles, has secured the largest sweeper contract available in Scotland.

Glasgow Council has awarded Dawsongroup sweepers with a contract to provide compact sweepers to the Scottish authority.
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Christeyns launches sustainable water technology in partnership with Veride

In a joint venure with Belgian engineering company Veride, hygiene chemical specialist Christeyns has launched HydRO, a new technology to help professional laundries reduce fresh water consumption.

With growing awareness and responsibility around water use and water quality and stricter effluent regulations coming into force in several European countries, water and wastewater management practices are of the upmost importance in the commerical laundry sector.
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EPA picks ACI as Safer Choice Partner of the Year

The US Environmental Protection Agency has named the American Cleaning Institute, the trade association of the US cleaning product supply chain, as a Safer Choice Partner of the Year. ACI was recognised as an outstanding Safer Choice Supporter.

EPA's Safer Choice program helps purchasers for facilities, such as schools and office buildings, and also consumers, find products that perform and are safer for human health and the environment.
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Vitesy is growing: Natede Smart is here

After three successful crowdfunding campaigns and a consolidated reputation as a technology startup, Italian manufacturer Vitesy has taken a further step to affirm its sustainable identity in the indoor air purification and monitoring market.

Its new Natede Smart is the technological and sustainable evolution of its previous product Natede: a smart air purifier that increases the purification power of plants thanks to a special patented system and powerful nanomaterials.
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TVH and Sinoboom BV sign partnership agreement

On day two of crane, access and telehandler event Vertikal Days, parts specialist TVH signed a partnership agreement with Sinoboom BV, European subsidiary of China-based manufacturer of mobile elevating work platform solutions Sinoboom. 

The partnership, which will launch in the Autumn, was signed by Kristof Bolle, senior VP EMEA for TVH, and Tim Whiteman, CEO of Sinoboom BV.
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Kingdom Cleaning secures string of new business wins

Cleaning and soft services provider, Kingdom Cleaning, has secured a number of new business wins in recent months. The professional cleaning business, which acquired Facilicom UK in May 2021, has welcomed three new clients in the past few months.
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Ecoserv Group creates dedicated sustainability team

Ecoserv Group, the multi-discipline facilities management company, has created a dedicated sustainability team to drive its environmental, social and community goals.

The company is already committed to achieving a net zero impact on climate and is currently working on an ambitious sustainability strategy, which will be launched in the coming months.
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Exclusive new launches and the latest innovations on show at The Cleaning Show 2021

After a year that has seen heightened awareness around cleanliness and sanitation, it is more important than ever for businesses across all industry sectors to embed effective and safe hygiene practices.
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Cleanology charity fundraiser tops £14,000 for The Hygiene Bank

Over 100 of the best-known names in cleaning and facilities management came together this month to raise an impressive £7,000 in cash and a further £7,000 in product donations to support The Hygiene Bank charity in tackling hygiene poverty in the UK.
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UK laundry trade sector suffers from staff shortages and service delays - but there is an answer

It was widely reported that the laundry trade across the UK is suffering from staff shortages and logistics nightmares, with supply chains and hotels struggling to keep up with demand for basic requirements of clean bed sheets & linen despite the Summer holiday season having ended. Some hotels have reported being forced to delay guest check-ins, while one manager confessed to having taken the laundry home to do.
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Thousands sign up for new BICSc industry-leading online offering

An innovative virtual training initiative, offering online courses for the professional cleaning sector, has been inundated by thousands of candidates worldwide signing up for the pioneering e-learning sessions.
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‘Matrix Top Distributor 2019 and 2020’: B & G Cleaning Systems

British steam cleaning machine manufacturer Matrix took the opportunity to present awards to its top distributor, in recognition of sales achieved. Ian Hodgkinson, Martin Reece and Kerrie Leigh of B & G Cleaning Systems are pictured receiving their trophies from sales director Mike Osiadacz.
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We have Mail

I read with interest Dominic Ponniah's piece on the race to the bottom (www.thecleanzine.com).

Whilst his comments are all very valid those of us that have been around as long as I have know it to be a well-worn path. It is up to our industry to drive change, but we have to be more aggressive and creative in delivering change.
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Worshipful Company recognises first Chartered Practitioners

Officers of The Worshipful Company of Environmental Cleaners have led by example, as the first to receive the Award of Chartered Practitioner in Environmental Cleaning. They are the pathfinders making way for others in the UK cleaning industry, who will be able to apply to the Chartered Practitioner's Register after its official launch at the Cleaning Show in November 2021.
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ICE Cleaning delivers specialist decontamination for the London Exam Centre

The London Exam Centre has partnered with ICE Cleaning, to ensure the safety and wellbeing of its staff and students by successfully eliminating the spread of viruses and bacteria.
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