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IWFM partners with Amey on strategic asset management guidance for workplace and facilities managers

New guidance has been published aimed at addressing a key knowledge gap around strategic asset management among UK workplace and facilities managers (WFMs). The Institute for Workplace and Facilities Management (IWFM) has partnered with infrastructure specialists Amey to produce a ...

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Hydrating smarter: Why facilities managers are turning to plastic free solutions like Aquablu

Today, facility managers are under pressure to find smart ways to reduce costs, improve sustainability and support staff wellbeing. One easy place to make a big impact is something we all use every day – water. Bottled water and basic ...

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Equans lands new five-year FM deal with Cheshire West and Chester Council

Equans has been awarded a new five-year Strategic Partnership arrangement with Cheshire West and Chester Council, to deliver facilities management services across the Council’s estate. Equans was previously in a joint venture with the Council, operating as QWEST, since 2015. ...

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ISS further renews and expands significant contract in Southeast Asia

The global workplace experience and facility services company has further extended and expanded a significant public healthcare contract in Southeast Asia. The annual value of the contract has increased by more than DKK 100 million, bringing the value of the ...

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CIBSE appoints Vince Arnold as new President for 2025–2026

CIBSE has appointed Vince Arnold as its President for 2025–2026, officially confirmed during the Institution’s AGM on 10 June 2025. Arnold takes over the presidency from Fiona Cousins, having over four decades of experience in Building Services Engineering, a deep ...

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BM launches collaboration to support people into employment

BM Caterers has launched a collaboration to support people in the city of Salford into meaningful employment opportunities. The collaboration includes providing cookery classes in partnership with Salford Loaves and Fishes, which supports homeless, isolated and vulnerable people. The classes will ...

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Churchill Group ranks 10th at Inspiring Workplaces 2025 

Churchill Group has been ranked 10th in The UK & Ireland Top 50 Inspiring Workplaces. Awarded by Inspiring Workplaces Group (IW), Churchill Group was recognised as a “PeopleFirst” organisation that evidences strong support and opportunities for employees. All entrants were ...

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Bellrock acquires WiggleDesk

As part of an ambitious growth strategy, Bellrock has acquired WiggleDesk, an AI-powered platform that enhances room, desk, and space booking, as well as hybrid team scheduling. By delivering AI-driven insights into workspace usage and optimisation, it helps organisations visualise how ...

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OCS wins FM deal with UKHSA

OCS has been awarded a five-year facilities management contract with UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). The new contract builds on an existing partnership, with OCS having delivered catering services to UKHSA for over 10 years. The new agreement will see ...

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£900K save on hospital roof refurbishment

The Cavell Hospital, part of the Circle Health Group, required essential roof refurbishment after its 1,000-square-metre mastic asphalt system reached the end of its serviceable life. With signs of water ingress and internal impact, Circle Health Group engaged long-term partner ...

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