Stepan appoints new VP and CFO

Surfactant specialist Stepan Company has appointed Ruben Velasquez as vice president and chief financial officer. Ruben will succeed Samuel Hinrichsen who is currently serving as vice president and interim chief financial officer and who will continue in his role as vice president of finance.
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Professional Hygiene Market Insights Report 2025-2030 now available

“Growing attention towards green solutions, shift towards advanced solutions, concerns about hygiene and sanitation”

The global Professional Hygiene Market, valued at USD 17.80 billion in 2024, is projected to grow at a 5.84% Compound Annual Growth Rate, reaching USD 25.02 billion by 2030, according to the newly published140-page report by Research & Markets.
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CMS Berlin Purus Innovation Awards: finalists announced

CMS Berlin has revealed the finalists of the Purus Innovation Awards 2025. The 18 products/services, over the six competition categories, will be judged at the show in September and the winners announced.
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PuroClean recognises Florida franchise owner with Hot Shot Award

Property restoration franchise PuroClean, has awarded its Melbourne, Florida franchisee Nick Schupbach, the highly coveted Hot Shot Award. This Award recognises the highest percentage of sales growth from 2023 to 2024 across PuroClean's vast network throughout North America.
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Empowering education through hygiene and hope: The Life, Dignity & Health Project at Zuzumqele High School

Access to clean Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH) is not just a basic need - it is a human right that supports dignity, health and access to education. In schools, especially those located in under-resourced communities, WASH infrastructure is essential to creating safe and healthy learning environments.
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AI-powered device that transforms waste into compost in hours, hits Kickstarter

Wonvita’s compact, AI-powered food recycling system transforms common kitchen waste - including fruit peels, leftovers and even small bones - into high-quality compost within 2-8 hours, reducing waste volume by up to 90%.
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Stratus nears 100-territory milestone as expansion accelerates across North America

Stratus Building Solutions, an award-winning commercial cleaning and janitorial services franchise which offers green janitorial products with its proprietary Green Seal Certified line of cleaning chemicals, continues its impressive growth trajectory in 2025, introducing 10 new Master Franchise territories during the first half of the year.
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Venu Holding Corporation and Aramark Sports + Entertainment forge strategic partnership

Venu Holding Corporation, a developer, owner and operator of upscale live music venues and premium hospitality destinations, and Aramark Sports + Entertainment have forged a strategic partnership to establish what they plan to be a market-leading standard for guest experience.
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ISS wins large contract with public healthcare institution in Austria

ISS has entered a new partnership with a major public healthcare institution in Austria, which will see the contractor delivering cleaning, logistics and patient support services across two sites from 1st February 2026.

The deal - worth approximately DKK 200 million a year, is the contractor’s largest win in Austria to date.
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New study examines how pleat patterns impact cartridge filter filtration and cleaning performance

A new scientific paper has been published following studies into the way the pleating pattern impacts on a cartridge filter's filtration and cleaning performance. The purpose of the study was to provide a high-performance cartridge filter replacement solution for a cartridge dust collector.
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Navigate EU carbon border rules with this new CBAM Guide

Companies trading with the European Union can now access Tunley Environmental's new CBAM Guide, developed to help organisations understand and respond to the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism regulation. The guide simplifies the reporting process and equips businesses with the tools needed to navigate one of the EU's most impactful climate policies.
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Truelink buys cleaning solutions provider Zep

Zep, innovator and manufacturer of maintenance and cleaning solutions for food & beverage, industrial, institutional and retail customers, has been acquired by an affiliate of Truelink Capital Management - a Los Angeles-based middle market private equity firm focused on long-term value creation, from New Mountain Capital.
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ISS signs new global contract with Velux Group

ISS has entered into a new five-year partnership with Denmark-based international roof-window and ancillary products manufacturer Velux.

The contract spans more than 10 countries across Europe.
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Veolia to build UK's first innovative closed-loop recycling facility as part of £70m plastic push

Veolia has launched its biggest UK plastics recycling project with a £70 million investment which will include the UK’s first ‘tray to tray’ closed loop PET recycling facility in Battlefield near Shrewsbury, Shropshire.

Construction on the facility has begun, with plans for the site to be operational by early 2026.

This initiative forms part of the company's broader commitment to the circular economy in the UK, with total investments set to reach around £1 billion by 2030.
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Cleanology launches fifth annual fundraiser to fight hygiene poverty

Multi award-winning office and commercial cleaning company Cleanology has launched its annual fundraising event - now in its fifth year - in aid of The Hygiene Bank.

The much-heralded fundraiser has established itself as a 'must attend' event - attracting almost 200 guests each year - and raising an incredible £117,000 in its first four years.
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Golden Service Awards 2026: open for entries until 17th October

The Kimberly-Clark Professional Golden Service Awards 2026 are now open for entries, which are welcome from all facilities management and contract cleaning companies across the UK and Ireland. You have until Friday, 17th October 2025 to submit your entry into what have steadily become a glowing beacon of recognition and pride.

Now in their 34th year, these biennial Awards are one of the most prestigious and sought-after accolades in the FM and cleaning industry across an increasing number of sectors, including healthcare, retail, manufacturing, hospitality, education, leisure and office. There are 18 categories that recognise excellence and the achievement of the highest standards in the industry.
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Latest annual work-related fatalities show our industry’s failings

The Health & Safety Executive’s latest annual figures show that 124 workers were killed in work-related incidents in Great Britain and that a number of these were from the support services and waste & recycling sectors.

The figures, covering April 2024 to March 2025, show that the number of deaths remain broadly in line with pre-pandemic levels, and compares to 223 20 years ago (2004/05) and 495 in 1981.
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New CI H5 hot water pressure washer: compact, powerful, built for real work

The CI H5 is Comac's latest hot water pressure washer, engineered to handle everything from routine maintenance to the toughest cleaning challenges.It delivers the full force of hot water in a compact, easily transportable design, making it the ideal professional solution for demanding environments in the craft, agricultural, industrial, construction and automotive sectors.

With a robust frame, high-efficiency boiler and reliable motor, the CI H5 combines functionality and long-lasting performance. Equipped with professional accessories, it is ready to tackle any cleaning task, from tools to vehicles, from delicate surfaces to the toughest materials.
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Luxe Cleaning Services wins award for janitorial services in Tampa, Florida

Luxe Cleaning Services has been recognised as the 2025 Consumer Choice Award Winner for Janitorial Services in Tampa. This marks the first time the contractor has received this award and creates a significant milestone in its journey of delivering top-tier commercial and residential cleaning solutions.

The Award is a reflection of genuine customer satisfaction, earned through consistent performance, exceptional service and a commitment to quality. For Luxe, this award is more than just a recognition - it's a testament to the team’s relentless dedication to cleanliness, professionalism and client satisfaction.
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Some might say Kingdom Cleaning will definitely maybe need to roll with it when cleaning up after Oasis' Wembley reunion

It doesn't get any bigger than this as a concert - and cleaning and people services company, Kingdom Cleaning, tells us it is proud to support Wembley Park during one of the most anticipated music events of the decade - the Oasis reunion tour at Wembley Stadium this Summer.

As the iconic Manchester band returns to the stage for a string of sold-out shows at the 90,000-capacity stadium, Kingdom Cleaning's expert cleaning colleagues will be on hand to ensure Wembley Park remains spotless before and after each gig. With tens of thousands of fans expected each night, and the grounds needing to be pristine by the following morning, the Kingdom team plays a vital role in maintaining the area's high standards.
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SBFM relocates to new HQ to accommodate significant growth

Soft service provider SBFM has relocated to its new, purpose-built HQ in Colton, Leeds, to support continued growth and enhance the employee experience. As part of its wellbeing focus, it includes a state-of-the-art gym and theatre-style auditorium.

This strategic move reflects SBFM's ongoing commitment to creating an inspiring, high-performance workplace that supports both personal and professional development.
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A triple win for My Property Pros

The My Property Pros (MPP) network is making serious moves in the world of franchising and exterior cleaning - and it is not going unnoticed. Case in point: Diogo Pinheiro, franchisee for South Holland in Lincolnshire, who launched his business in March and has wasted no time making his mark. In just his second week, he secured over £2,000 worth of jobs. While Diogo is off to a flying start, the rest of the network has been putting in a winning performance too.
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Sybron to open Midlands distribution centre

Sybron, a leading supplier of cleaning, hygiene and catering products to some of the largest names in UK hospitality, is expanding operations with the opening of a second distribution centre in Stafford in the heart of the Midlands.
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Spark EPoS redefines commercial cleaning at Eldon Square with the Spark L50

Spark EPoS is collaborating with Eldon Square, Newcastle's premier shopping and leisure destination, in a groundbreaking move to modernise and streamline its commercial cleaning operations.
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The King's Royal Warrant warrants new look Prochem labels...

Complete with the new Royal Warrant of Appointment to HM The King, a fresh, new look to Prochem product packaging is heading to janitorial shelves.
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Peartree Cleaning Services wins £1.8m contract with General Medical Council

The General Medical Council - the independent regulator for doctors, physician associates and anaesthesia associates, has awarded Peartree Cleaning Services a contract to provide a total cleaning solution across the GMC's UK portfolio.
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Firm fined more than £500,000 after shift worker fell to his death

A North Yorkshire company has been fined more than half a million pounds after a night shift worker fell approximately three metres to his death. Mark Pinder, 51, was working for East Riding Sacks, a manufacturer of paper sacks, when the incident happened in 2023.
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David Garcia elected new chair of the British Cleaning Council

The British Cleaning Council - the voice of the UK's cleaning, hygiene & waste sector, officially elected a new chair at its recent Annual General Meeting. David Garcia, who has served as deputy chair for two years, has taken over from Delia Cannings.
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SOAPBOX: FM expert view… The advent of AI and data driven services - but what about the people?

Lucy Lloyd, chief services officer of Kingdom Cleaning, discusses how the evolution of technology shouldn't take away the person-centred approach of the industry…
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New hub to harness magic of microbes to turn trash into treasure

A pioneering new hub is set to transform UK manufacturing by converting industrial waste into valuable, sustainable chemicals and materials.
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Over 1-million life-saving P-Wave urinal mats placed in men’s washrooms in 18 months

With the help of its amazing distributor network, Robert Scott's P-Wave brand has now placed over one million of its NHS England branded urinal mats in men's washrooms across the country, from pubs, offices and restaurants, to shopping malls and stadiums.
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Incredible £4bn surge awaits UK FM Market to 2029

A new report from MTW Research forecasts a £4 billion boost for the UK Facilities Management market by 2029, with real-term growth kicking off in 2025 as inflation eases.
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Late payments soar past 50 days: The UK's worst-paying industries revealed

As the UK marks Micro-, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day on 27th June, Novuna Business Cash Flow - a specialist in SME and corporate cash flow finance - is spotlighting one of the biggest threats to SME survival: late payments.
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