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Industry campaign urges clients to step up safety compliance

A new campaign to encourage clients to speed up adoption of building safety standards has been launched by a coalition of construction industry organisations. New guidance produced by the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) and supported by eight other bodies* ...

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Clearly responsible

Kate Gardner, Tutor & H&S Consultant International Workplace explains why training may be needed for a clear understanding of the recent changes to UK health, building and fire safety law Facilities management sits at the intersection of people, buildings and ...

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Simple testing of fire and carbon monoxide(CO) alarms with the new Kidde alarm control switch

Kidde Safety Europe has introduced a new Fire and CO Alarm Control Switch that enables remote testing and silencing of interconnected Kidde FIREX hardwired alarms, providing a practical solution for properties where alarms are installed in locations that are difficult ...

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JLL highlights design as a strategic lever for future-proofing real estate

Continual uncertainty, fast-paced technological advances, evolving workplace models and dynamic consumer habits are reshaping the real estate landscape on a global scale. JLL’s 2026 Design Perspectives Report provides critical insights for corporate real estate leaders, investors and facilities managers, highlighting ...

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BaxterStorey Ireland launches first large-scale growing and education partnership with GIY

BaxterStorey Ireland has launched a strategic partnership with GIY, the non-profit social enterprise behind Grow HQ. The company becomes the first foodservice provider in Ireland to establish a large-scale collaboration with Grow HQ – focused on workplace food growing, sustainability ...

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Unlocking FM potential

Meeting operational and strategic goals is essential in FM, but explains Matt Garner, Director at Litmus FM, team development is also a key priority for the sector In facilities management, we are rightly focused on systems. Compliance frameworks, asset registers, ...

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Johnson Controls signs agreement to acquire Alloy Enterprises 

The acquisition will expand Johnson Controls’ leadership and capabilities in the high growth data centre cooling segment. Johnson Controls, a a global leader for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, has signed an agreement to acquire Alloy Enterprises, a US firm ...

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ISS reports robust financial performance in 2025

Global workplace experience and facilities management firm, ISS, has reported robust financial performance in 2025, in line with expectations. In its 2025 financial results, organic growth was 4.3% in 2025 (2024: 6.3%), and 4.4% in H2 2025 (H2 2024: 6.6%), ...

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Altro’s latest sustainability report published

Altro has published its latest sustainability report, providing a comprehensive overview of the company’s ongoing commitment to sustainable practices, with an increased focus on transparency and accountability. ‘Building better futures’ contains detailed information on Altro’s environmental impact and efforts to ...

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United Infrastructure secures contract with Cadent

United Infrastructure, a leading provider of solutions for the UK’s critical infrastructure, has won a contract with Cadent Gas to deliver a major redevelopment at Bromley-By-Bow Gasworks, one of London’s most historically significant industrial sites. Home to the UK’s largest collection ...

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