Cleanzine: your weekly cleaning and hygiene industry newsletter 18th June 2026 Issue no. 1215
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 International News
Products Veolia leads calls for accelerated uptake of water reuse to strengthen water security
New partnership will lead to major robotic cleaning deployment across Swiss stores
Manufacturing is undergoing a structural reset — and sustainability is no longer optional
As global manufacturing continues to evolve under the combined weight of economic volatility and environmental accountability, Emma Armstrong of In2tec is calling attention to what she describes as a “cultural reset” in how industries design, produce, and evaluate value. Two Clorox innovations will help solve infection prevention challenges
Rytech Restoration expands national network offering to full-service restoration
Cleaners in Norway strike for higher wages and sick pay
Abax helps LCV fleets tackle upcoming EU tachograph rules with new solution
It will help customers with Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs) meet the new EU Mobility Package regulation taking effect on 1st July 2026. BSCAI’s new logo and tagline reflects future of the commercial cleaning industry
The refreshed brand reflects BSCAI's continued commitment to supporting building service contractors through education, connections, resources and industry leadership. While the organisation's look has evolved, its mission remains unchanged: supporting and promoting the success of building service contractors. Final opportunity to secure your stand at CleanNZ Expo 2026
Bionetix new synergistic five-enzyme concentrate for detergent and industrial cleaning power
This platform of five ‘core’ enzymes promises to bring enhanced cleaning and waste treatment power to laundry and automatic dishwashing detergent formulators, industrial cleaning professionals, and environmental remediation teams seeking more sustainable solutions. |
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I have no idea what the team’s football’s like, but by golly the Japanese fans have once again got the world talking, haven’t they? I recall writing about them some years ago… instead of leaving the stadium along with everyone else when whatever it was they’d been watching came to an end, they pulled out refuse sacks they’d brought in especially for the occasion and filled them with every last bit of rubbish that had been left behind by other fans, sorting it into recyclables and non-recyclables as they worked. I wrote about them, inspired, then quickly forgot about them - as no doubt, did most of us. I hope that this time around we can keep the flame burning and use their selfless behaviour as an example of what can be achieved not only in keeping our environment clean but in garnering well-deserved respect from our peers for doing so, and teaching them to follow suit until it comes naturally to every single one of us. I’ve been writing in these Leaders for decades about the need for early education into having respect for our fellow man and our environment… going back to what I recall as being a kind of system of indoctrination: Never, ever drop litter anywhere, and if you happen to break any glass, make sure it’s thoroughly cleaned up – either by you if you’re old enough and capable of doing it safely, or by a responsible adult you’ve informed of the accident. Japan has this down to a tee. From their very first year at school and right the way through to graduation, students participate in ‘osouji jikan’ (cleaning time). Some schools I’m told, don’t even employ cleaning staff but instead make children responsible for sweeping and mopping classrooms and hallways and cleaning the bathrooms along with everything else. They’re taught and then they demonstrate themselves, that public spaces belong to us all, and that maintaining them beautifully is a civic responsibility that’s shared between everyone using them, rather than being someone else's job. When the fans travel to international events, they carry this lifestyle with them and effectively become Japan’s unofficial ambassadors. They see the stadium as a reflection of their country’s character, so aren’t prepared to leave it in a mess. They demonstrate their respect for the stadium workers and for the host country too. I’ll bet I’m not the only one who’s backing Japan to go a long way in the tournament, since the more the world watches the fans and the more the story of their efforts goes viral, the more likely it is that people the world over will realise that THIS is how we all need to behave day in, day out – whether at a major function or going about our day-to-day lives. We need to stop the rot now, and I’m hoping that the Japanese fans’ behaviour will be the catalyst.
 This Week's News
CMS Asia: New cleaning & environmental solutions show set for Singapore
This tie-in will create a global platform to bring together those involved in the environmental services industry to exchange ideas, showcase cutting-edge technologies, and forge partnerships. It marks the start of a milestone 12-year partnership between NEA and Messe Berlin Asia Pacific, spanning up to six biennial editions of CESG from 2027 to 2039.
The report - ‘Weathering it: protecting cleaners and security officers in an era of extreme weather’, documents the physical harm, income loss and psychological toll being borne by some of the lowest-paid workers in the global economy - workers who cannot retreat indoors, log in from home, or refuse a shift without losing their earnings.  People want robots in warehouses and factories; not hospitals or schools, study finds
Asked whether they would prefer a human or a robot to handle specific workplace tasks, adults consistently chose robots for physical, repetitive and hazardous work. Some 68% prefer a robot for lifting and transporting heavy items, 54% for carrying and delivering, and 52% for monitoring hazards. Children follow the same pattern with even greater openness, with 69% preferring a robot for heavy lifting, and 59% for carrying and delivering. European experts discuss future of deposit return systems and the circular economy
 Clean & maintain carpets, upholstery & hard floors the expert way: Training dates for diaries
Various packages are available. For start-ups, the C2 Two-Day Carpet Course is ideal, covering the basics that all cleaning operatives should know on the first day, while Day Two applies that knowledge to practical experience of machinery and carpet identification. Next dates are July 14th/15th and September 29/30th. Truvox International launches two new floorcare solutions
"We showed these two new floorcare solutions at Interclean Amsterdam in April and they were both very well received," reports Truvox International executive director, Gordon McVean. "Other notable machines on our stand were the newly launched Valet Backpack Pro Battery dry vacuum - delivered through an OEM partnership with Pacvac, Australia - and our popular Multiwash Pro range.  From prison cleaner to biohazard cleaning business owner…
Michael entered HMP Wandsworth in 2018 on drug importation and supply offences but it proved to be the launchpad for a career which led to him founding a company with significant turnover. 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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Our weekly updated Hospital Hygiene features current developments and product solutions cleaning and hygiene industry manufacturers are coming up with. Read More. Recent UK News
CHSA honours Lorcan Mekitarian with life vice presidency
Schools wanted for targeted hygiene pilot project which could reduce absences
Metsä 2027 Sustainability Awards launched in the UK
Morrisons becomes first supermarket to install male sanitary bins nationwide as 'bog standard'
Principle partnership excellence recognised across four PFM Award categories
Chemical company fined £3.8 million after two employees suffer serious chemical burns
The Clean Space acquires MN Support Services
University of Edinburgh licenses breakthrough e-waste gold and copper recovery technology
Spotless generates 40% increase in annual revenues
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