New research from global real estate services firm, CBRE, has found that the average London flex office agreement now stands at 22 months, a record high since CBRE started tracking the data in 2020. In addition to longer commitments from ...
Read More »Vertas retains University of Suffolk grounds maintenance deal
Facilities management business, Vertas, has renewed its grounds maintenance contract with the University of Suffolk. The partnership, rooted in sustainability, wellbeing, and community impact has seen both companies working together since 2023. As Vertas embarks on this new agreement, its ...
Read More »RICS UK Commercial Property Monitor reveals a broadly stagnant market
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) UK Commercial Property Monitor for Q2 2025 shows a broadly stagnant commercial property market, although Central London continues to exhibit a relatively stronger momentum. Overall occupier demand nudged down a touch this quarter, ...
Read More »Miller Knight lays strong groundwork in the first six months of 2025
The multi-discipline principal contractor reports a standout start to 2025 so far, celebrating a landmark first six months, defined by prestigious framework appointments, national award recognition, standout regeneration projects and a deepened commitment to safety, quality and social value. A major ...
Read More »Mears secures £230m contract in Milton Keynes
Mears Group has been awarded a £230 million contract to deliver day-to-day repairs and maintenance services to more than 11,000 homes in Milton Keynes, working on behalf of Milton Keynes City Council (MKCC), over a five-year term. Awarded following a ...
Read More »Bidvest Noonan joins the 30% Club
Bidvest Noonan has joined the 30% Club’s global campaign. Supported by Board Chairs and CEOs, the 30% Club is committed to achieving better gender balance – both at leadership levels and throughout organisations – to ensure better business outcomes. Bidvest ...
Read More »Velway appointed as new FM provider for Thorpe Park Leeds
Velway, a leading property management and compliance company, has been appointed as the new facilities management provider for Thorpe Park Leeds – one of the North’s most significant and successful mixed-use business destinations. The contract includes the delivery of comprehensive ...
Read More »Fragmented waste contracts are holding businesses back from key cost savings
New research has uncovered a significant cost-efficiency blind spot in UK manufacturing: waste management. A national survey commissioned by waste management and recycling firm, Axil, has found that 85 per cent of manufacturers are still working with multiple waste providers, ...
Read More »Apleona strengthens UK market position with Corrigenda acquisition
Apleona, a leading European integrated facilities management company based in Neu-Isenburg, near Frankfurt am Main, has acquired Corrigenda, a technical facility management company based in Fareham, Hampshire. Established in 2000, Corrigenda specialises in delivering high-quality, bespoke facility management with a ...
Read More »Dalkia extends long-term partnership with Colt Data Centre Services
Dalkia UK has secured a three-and-a-half-year contract with long-standing partner of 17 years, Colt Data Centre Services (DCS). Under the new contract terms, Dalkia UK will continue to provide critical service maintenance and facilities management which includes mechanical and electrical ...
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