Designer Contracts, the UK’s largest flooring contractor, has been named as an approved supplier on the University of Essex Flooring Supplies and Services Framework. It has also renewed its position as a preferred supplier with the established Procurement for Housing ...
Read More »ISS renews contract with Australia’s New South Wales Government Department of Education
ISS has extended its long-standing partnership with the New South Wales (NSW) Government Department of Education in Australia. The renewed contract has an annual value of approximately DKK 800 million. ISS has partnered with the NSW Government since 1994. Under ...
Read More »Mitie’s carolling ‘cobots’ spread Christmas cheer at London Bridge station
It’s not often that you see a group of singing robots on your commute but passengers at London Bridge station were treated to a one-off performance by Mitie’s “carolling cobots”, as thousands travelled home for Christmas. The sustainable cleaning cobots, ...
Read More »Universities need to rethink change management strategy
As universities continue to seek new cost-cutting opportunities and greater efficiency, attendees at a recent Q4 virtual Higher Education seminar called for higher education leaders to start 2026 by rethinking their change management strategy for transitioning away from private faculty ...
Read More »BCC calls for higher standards of cleaning in public spaces to help protect against flu
With the NHS on high alert as flu continues to circulate through the UK, the British Cleaning Council (BCC) has published a framework document with systematic guidance about how to develop cleaning and hygiene policies for public spaces, which builds ...
Read More »24-7 Group strengthens national engineering capability with acquisition
24-7 Group has acquired Peterborough-based engineering and facilities services provider, The Leeton Group. The acquisition forms part of 24-7 Group’s continued expansion across the UK and enhances its multi-disciplinary capability across mechanical, electrical, HVAC, interior projects, and facilities maintenance. Established ...
Read More »Cleaning and Hygiene industry leaders meet to discuss plans to ensure the sector’s voice is heard by Government
Key figures from across the cleaning and hygiene industry have held a high-level meeting in London to discuss working together on a strategy for the sector to achieve improved Government recognition. The British Cleaning Council (BCC) invited a number of ...
Read More »Building and utilities training provider receives EUSR approval
GTEC Training, part of United Infrastructure, has been officially approved by the Energy & Utility Skills Register (EUSR). The approval paves the way for the building services and utilities training provider to offer nationally-recognised competency training across its headquarters in ...
Read More »The office plant report 2025: Greenery proven to cut stress and boost focus
More than a quarter of working Brits feel least productive in January, with an estimated two million people affected by low mood and reduced motivation as daylight hours shorten. As workplaces prepare for another winter slump, employers are increasingly turning ...
Read More »Chartwells Universities retains catering contract with Swansea University
Chartwells Universities has reaffirmed its commitment to innovation in higher education catering with a renewed long-term contract at Swansea University, backed by additional investment to further transform the campus dining and social spaces. The move reflects Chartwells Universities’ strategic focus ...
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