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Gleeds Market Report shows industry fears grow as Iran war fuels market volatility

The latest Market Report from international property and construction consultancy, Gleeds, has revealed growing concern from the sector over the long-term implications of the Iran war. Global conflicts overtook interest rates and inflation as the primary threat to the industry ...

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Safety professionals warn of AI over-reliance risk as adoption accelerates

Health and safety training provider, Astutis, has published its 2026 Learner Report, which reveals UK workplaces are now entering a critical transition period as AI begins to shape health and safety. The survey, taken by professionals in multiple health and ...

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Altro package delivers for same day emergency care facility

A stylish, safe and durable package of Altro products is delivering results at the newly developed Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) and Minor Injuries services at Bassetlaw Hospital. The facilities, completed in December 2025, are designed to provide rapid assessment, ...

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Infill acquisitions enhance Mitie’s data centre projects capabilities 

Mitie Group has acquired two fire & security businesses – El Team Vest (Denmark) and ABC Elektro (Norway). The acquisitions will bolster Mitie’s projects and ongoing maintenance capabilities in the fast-growing European data centre fire & security systems market, where ...

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Otis acquires majority stake in WeMaintain

Otis Worldwide Corporation, one of the world’s leading firms for elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, service and modernisation, has closed an agreement to acquire a majority stake in WeMaintain, a fast-growing, technology-enabled service company for the elevator and escalator industry. WeMaintain is a ...

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Mitie FY26 trading update shows continued momentum in Q4

UK technology-led Facilities Management, Transformation and Compliance company, Mitie, has released its trading update for the year ended 31 March 2026 (FY26), which shows continued good momentum in the fourth quarter and double digit revenue and operating growth in FY26. ...

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New MD to lead next phase of growth at Kärcher UK

Kärcher UK, a leading cleaning solutions brand, has appointed Gareth Prosser to the role of Managing Director where he will lead the business through its next phase of growth and innovation. Prosser joins Kärcher UK from Hilti, a global leader ...

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Breaking the silos

Responsibility for cleaning decisions is often fragmented, says Georgia Jordan of BioHygiene. Taking a more strategic approach to cleaning requires FM departments to work together Cleaning is not just a support function but a defining factor in performance and perception. ...

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Admin overload intensifies Europe’s retention challenges

As Europe grapples with ongoing talent shortages, new research from Ricoh reveals that administrative overload is becoming a significant contributor to employee dissatisfaction and attrition. With almost half of employees (48 per cent) already considering a new role within the ...

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PINCH enters next chapter of growth with chairman appointment

Independent contract caterer, PINCH, is entering an exciting new phase of growth, marked by the appointment of Simon Esner as Chairman. Founded and led by Managing Director Katy Thompson, PINCH has built a strong reputation for delivering outstanding food and ...

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