Cleanzine: your weekly cleaning and hygiene industry newsletter 13th August 2026 Issue no. 1223
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Products Matthew Crucius named vice president of marketing at Goodway Technologies
Iron Software backs people over robots in fight against ocean plastic
Microban technology gives VDM that competitive edge
Global ‘Built to Stay’ study provides key to winning travel trust in holiday rentals
Nexaro strengthens European distribution network with new partners in nine countries
Improving cleaning ergonomics: Robert Scott’s new Ergo-Globe Curve Handle
4M Building Solutions acquires Bluegrass Commercial Cleaning and Rainbow Maintenance Services
Momentum Environmental acquires Corbett Industrial Cleaning Services
Veolia-operated South African waste site powered by new Rhino solar plant
In new podcast, 'Unsung', cleaners across Europe tell their stories in their own words
Genie Skip Bins expands waste management services across Sydney
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Summer holidays… Something most of us look forward to as it means we can have a break from work and our daily routine… However, with schools and nurseries shut for several weeks, we adults have to find activities and trips out to keep the little ones amused. And while when it comes to paid-for attractions there’s certainly more to enjoy compared to when my daughters, (now in their late 30s) were little, days out in parks, woodlands and other beauty spots are harder to plan as so few of them – well in my neck of the woods, anyway – still have public toilets. Now, with a toddler granddaughter in tow, I’m doing it all again. This time around though we have to discuss whether wherever we’d like to visit has toilets, whether they’ll be open and if they won’t be, whether there’s a shopping centre or other facility nearby that can look after us if need be. When my girls were little we did a fair bit of travelling to various countries – never on a package holiday but trips where we could connect with the locals and enjoy the sights as well as the countryside. There was never an issue when it came to finding toilets – even at the top of a snowy mountain - and I don’t recall finding any that weren’t well-maintained. I wonder how things are now, and whether provision has become as bad as it has throughout much of the UK or whether it’s still good? Do please let me know!
Of course, not having access to toilets means that those who still venture out to places without facilities, are likely to relieve themselves in bushes/behind trees/in alleyways, which isn’t the best thing to do either in terms of personal safety or hygiene. All too often we see used tissue wafting around in the breeze and occasionally a pile of excrement that’s clearly not been deposited by an animal. Not good! Which brings me nicely to news that’s just hit the headlines: Cambridgeshire Council’s spent around £1million building ‘squat toilets’ which it claims are preferred by foreign visitors. Despite them costing £1 to use, I’d say from press reports and comments on social media that the Council’s unlikely to recoup what it’s spent. What are your thoughts on this? And also on the news that some local authorities are considering ‘dynamic pricing’ – charging users more at busy times – along with contactless payment only. What happens, I wonder, if you don’t have sufficient funds in the bank to pay the charges, or if you’ve lost your card? Crazy ideas, if you ask me, but how do you feel about them? Cleanzine is now taking its annual maintenance break from today. The next Cleanzine will be with you on 3rd September…
This Week's News
New industry Awards will celebrate excellence across the washroom sector
The six new IWSA Awards will be presented for the first time during the next annual Loo of the Year Awards ceremony, which takes place on 13th January 2027, at the National Motorcycle Museum in Birmingham. These Awards will sit alongside the Loo Of The Year Awards which are open to any organisation which offers washrooms in public spaces, the hospitality sector, schools, workplaces, tourist destinations and many more. Experts warn employers over growing use of AI in workplace grievances
Tim Lang, partner within the nationally recognised employment team at mfg Solicitors, reveals that the documents are often too lengthy and complex, filled with legal jargon and references to irrelevant or outdated legislation and case law.  Summer washroom readiness supports healthier visitors
The survey comes as people navigate another busy Summer travel season while public health officials continue monitoring foodborne illnesses, norovirus and common respiratory viruses. Recent Cyclospora outbreaks have also renewed attention on the importance of safe food handling and proper hand hygiene. Tennant reports 30% reduction in product-use emissions as businesses seek lower-impact cleaning
Publishing its 2026 Sustainability Report, the global cleaning technology company revealed that greenhouse gas emissions generated when customers use Tennant's machines have fallen by 30% compared with its 2021 baseline.  Brain Corp’s enterprise robots log 5.3 million+ autonomous hours so far this year
So far this year, the company’s BrainOS-powered robots recorded 68% year-over-year growth in global deployments and the fleet logged more than 5.3 million autonomous operating hours, up 24% year-over-year, and autonomous coverage increased by 400mn sq.ft compared to the same period last year.
PuroClean's IICRC-certified (Inspection Cleaning & Restoration Certification) technicians use thermal imaging and moisture detection technology to assess hidden water damage, helping businesses understand the full extent of damage before making restoration or insurance claim decisions. Clean Harbors to acquire EnviroServe for $470 Million
The acquisition is expected to close in the second half of 2026, subject to regulatory approval and other customary closing conditions. Surfactants market to be worth $66.95 billion by 2031
The growth is supported by advancements in specialty chemicals and the increasing shift toward sustainable and bio-based formulations. The Cleanzine Archive Search We keep an extensive archive of news stories and product information that have featured in past issues of The Cleanzine. If you would like to run a search of the The Cleanzine web site using the search tool below please just go ahead by entering in the name of the person, product or company or any other key words that you are looking for. How to contact us at The Cleanzine:
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