FM services market projected to reach USD 226.3bn by 2032

The global Facilities Management market size was valued at USD 35.6bn in 2018 to USD 64.bn in 2024 and is anticipated to reach USD 226.3bn by 2032, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate of 17.10% during the forecast period, according to new research. Growth is being driven by cost control needs, service consistency and regulatory compliance, with offices, hospitals, manufacturing sites, retail spaces and government buildings all continuing to increase reliance on integrated facility solutions.
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PPE cleaning and recycling services aid sustainability across the US

As organisations face mounting pressure from rising Personal Protective Equipment costs, supply chain volatility and increasing sustainability expectations, Libra Industries continues to play an important role in glove and PPE cleaning and recycling services across the US.
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Recycled hand dryer joins Phs Group’s new recycled washroom range

Phs Group has launched what is believed to be the UK's first 100% recycled washroom essentials collection.

The ReVive range, says the company, is the UK's first and only up to 100% recycled washroom range. It includes paper towel dispensers, soap dispensers, air fresheners, sanitary disposal units, nappy disposal units and hand dryers.
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Tennant acquires long-time distributors of its equipment in Sweden

Tennant Company has acquired Clean Machine Falkenberg AB and Repax AB, with a view to accelerating growth in the Swedish region. The two are respected distributors with large customer bases in southern Sweden, experienced sales forces, and extensive service networks. As strong, long-term partners to Tennant, they have been a knowledgeable resource for the manufacturer’s customers in the region.
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OCS Group's activities in Morocco and Senegal to be sold

African private equity firm Adenia Partners, along with Proparco, has signed an agreement to sell OCS Group's operations in Morocco and Senegal to a consortium led by Morocco's Retail Holding, alongside pan-African investment fund Amethis.
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Unifi Aviation hopes to clean up in continental Europe with acquisition of Viggo

Unifi Aviation, a global aviation services company and the largest ground handling provider in North America, has acquired Viggo, a premier Dutch ground handling company with more than 50 years of experience. The acquisition marks Unifi's expansion into continental Europe, strengthening its established presence across North America, the UK and Ireland.
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ISS renews major 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 (107 153 859.54 euros).
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Clorox announces acquisition of Gojo Industries

The Clorox Company has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Gojo Industries – the manufacturer of Purell, for $2.25 billion in cash, including anticipated tax benefits valued at approximately $330 million, for a net purchase price of $1.92 billion.
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Interclean Amsterdam 2026 to deliver expanded focus on automation, robotics and sustainability

Interclean Amsterdam 2026 returns to RAI Amsterdam as the world's leading meeting place for the cleaning & hygiene industry, uniting global manufacturers, innovators and decision-makers as the sector continues to evolve. With expanded exhibition floorspace, a growing international exhibitor base, and an enhanced programme of live demonstrations and knowledge sessions, the show highlights the industry's shift toward automation, autonomous robotics and sustainable solutions.
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Harrisons breaks new ground with wet wipes launch

For the first time in its 135-year history, Harrisons, a leading UK manufacturer of nonwoven wipes, has launched a set of fully in-house manufactured wet wipes.
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Trinity Socket: one smart solution for a fragmented mop market

For decades, professional cleaning teams have quietly worked around an industry inefficiency few outside the sector ever notice: handle incompatibility. Different mop systems, different sockets, different handles - often on the same site. The result?
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Celebrating 15 years of Morclean’s iconic Custom Plus Bin Wash

Morclean, one of the UK's most well-established manufacturers of environmental cleaning equipment, is celebrating the 15th anniversary of the launch of its most successful and recognisable model – the multi-Award winning Custom Plus Bin Wash - a machine that has come to define performance, durability and innovation in the sector.
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Sofidel's environmental commitment recognised in 2025 CDP Climate & Forests rating

The Sofidel Group, among the global leaders in the production of paper for hygienic and household use, has once again been recognised by CDP - one of the main independent organisations for measuring and reporting environmental performance and responsibly managing forest resources.
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Envac to deliver automated waste collection for Oulu University Hospital

Envac has been selected to design and deliver an automated waste collection system for Building C, the new outpatient and teaching building at Oulu University Hospital (OYS) in Oulu, Finland.
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Robert Scott's new robots deliver safer, smarter and more efficient cleaning across dynamic spaces

Commercial cleaning product manufacturer and distributor Robert Scott has added two new AI-powered robots to its steadily expanding cobotics range.
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Amsterdam Innovation Awards 2026: shortlist announced

The Interclean Amsterdam Innovation Awards shortlist highlights the industry's latest innovations that are driving meaningful change and progress across the cleaning & hygiene sector – and the companies and products which have most impressed the judges this year, have just been announced.

Selected by an independent jury of industry specialists, the nominees represent excellence across Sustainability & Environment, Smart Technology & Digitalisation, Health & Hygiene, and Workforce & Ergonomics. Each entry was assessed on innovation, ease of adoption and its ability to address real operational challenges. Below, we introduce the contenders by category, chosen from a total of 94 applications.
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UK Industry Associations unite in landmark article to challenge cleaning career perceptions

Heads of five major UK cleaning industry Associations have joined forces in a landmark feature for Education Today magazine, speaking directly to careers advisers and education professionals about the genuine opportunities available in the cleaning sector.

The collaborative article, published in the February issue of the long-established business publication for education professionals, careers advisers and school leadership teams across the UK, brings together voices from:
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Cleaning sector staff and businesses urged not to miss out on apprenticeship opportunities

The British Cleaning Council is marking National Apprenticeship Week by celebrating staff who have passed the cleaning industry's Level 2 apprenticeship and by also encouraging more sector businesses to take the opportunity to participate in the scheme.

Two years on from its launch in January 2024, uptake of the Level 2 Cleaning Hygiene Operative (CHO) apprenticeship continues to grow. More than 200 staff are currently taking the apprenticeship and, of those that have successfully completed the program to date, 70% have achieved distinctions.
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Why workplace hygiene is becoming a talent retention issue

Stuart Gentle, managing director of online recruitment specialist Onrec, writes…

“Workplace hygiene has moved from a background concern to a visible signal of care, trust and respect, and employees are increasingly factoring it into their decision to stay or leave.

For years, workplace hygiene sat quietly in the background of organisational priorities. As long as offices appeared broadly presentable, cleanliness was treated as a basic operational concern rather than a strategic one. Today, that assumption no longer holds. Hygiene has moved from an invisible necessity to a visible signal of how much employers value their people.
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ACI Convention and 'Duck Race' raise $100,000 for charity in honour of ACI's 100th Anniversary

Celebrating its 100th Anniversary in 2026, the American Cleaning Institute has already achieved something else of a milestone this year: it used its recent ACI Annual Meeting & Industry Convention to raise $100,000 for The WASH Foundation and DigDeep.

The money was raised through a combination of duck race participation, ticket sales from a keynote lunch session with Mike Rowe and donations generated via Fill it Forward water refill stations throughout the convention. Proceeds from the Charity Duck Race and keynote lunch supported The WASH Foundation, while funds raised through Fill it Forward water refill stations benefited DigDeep.
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CHSA's new Resources page makes clear requirements for membership

The Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Assocation has launched a comprehensive new Resources page on its website, which gives members and prospective members the information they need to ensure compliance with the CHSA Accreditation Schemes.

Every CHSA member must comply with the regulations of the Accreditation Scheme they are a member of and the stipulations in the Code of Practice.
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Onyx unveils DX15 scrubber: 15in. power in tight spaces

For environments where every inch matters, North-Carolina, US-based Onyx has introduced the DX15 walk-behind floor scrubber, engineered to deliver professional-grade cleaning power in tight commercial spaces.

The DX15 is now in stock and available to purchase through approved distribution partners. This redesigned, next-generation machine, says Onyx, sets a new benchmark for compact commercial cleaning, offering a solution for facilities with limited storage and demanding efficiency requirements.
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Barnet's fly tipping fines pass £100,000 following crackdown

Barnet council's enforcement team passed a milestone in January, as income from fixed penalty notices for environmental crimes passed £100,000 for this financial year (since 1st April 2025). The success comes as the council completes its three-month focused crackdown on fly-tipping in four hotspot wards - Burnt Oak, Hendon, West Hendon and Cricklewood.

At the start of this year, fines for fly tipping have also gone up - from £300 to £500 for a first offence and £400 to £600 for second offences. While the council fines are below the Government-set limit of £1,000, Barnet says its collection rate is significantly higher than those of councils that have set their fines at the higher amount.
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Five reasons not to miss Golden Service Awards 2026

The Kimberly-Clark Professional Golden Service Awards presentation celebration is just a few months away, so buy your tickets now to ensure that you are part of this 'not to be missed' event for the cleaning & facilities management industry. You will be able to meet your peers and celebrity host - actor and comedian Kerry Godliman - and join sponsors, partners and finalists to celebrate industry excellence on Thursday May 21st at the London Hilton on Park Lane.

For over 30 years, these Awards have provided outstanding golden opportunities for cleaning companies, facilities companies and in-house cleaning teams in the UK and Ireland, to showcase the highest standards of cleaning excellence.
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Forest Green Rovers cleans green - again

'The world's greenest football club', Forest Green Rovers, is continuing its partnership with popular eco-cleaning brand, Delphis Eco, reinforcing a shared commitment to sustainability during the 2025-26 season.

Recognised by FIFA as the greenest football club in the world, Forest Green Rovers places environmental responsibility at the heart of every operational decision. This renewed collaboration reflects a mutual belief that sustainability should be embedded into everyday actions - from reducing emissions and carbon impact to selecting responsible suppliers.
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Peartree renews £1million contract with Farnborough Airport

Farnborough Airport has renewed its cleaning contract with Peartree Cleaning Services, following a successful partnership delivering consistently high standards across the airport's operational estate.

The £1million per annum contract reflects Peartree's proven ability to operate within a complex, security-critical aviation environment whilst maintaining immaculate presentation across the terminal, lounge, hangar and 100 on-site office spaces. The service is delivered day and night, supporting the airport's 24/7 operation and premium customer experience.
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CHSA Accreditation Schemes updates

The Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association is continuing to play a huge part in ensuring that members’ customers get what they are paying for, with the completion of 100 audits of its manufacturing members and 77 audits of its distributor members during 2025. More than 50,000 products have also been checked.
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Knockout move: Sitemark backs rising Team GB boxing star Kelsey Oakley on her road to LA 2028

Sitemark, the UK's popular independent benchmarking and best-practice consultancy for facilities management, has announced its support for rising Team GB boxer Kelsey Oakley, helping fund her journey as she trains and competes on the international stage.
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The future of facilities: Why Manchester is the place to be this February

The cleaning and facilities management landscape is shifting faster than ever. As we move into 2026, the industry is no longer just about ‘maintenance’ - it's about technology, sustainability and the wellbeing of the people who keep our buildings running. For professionals across the North and beyond, there is one event that needs to be noted in the diary: 18th-19th February, when The Cleaning Show returns to Manchester Central, transforming the heart of the city into a hub of innovation.
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MSL enhances hygiene auditing with air quality testing for Awaab's Law compliance

Regulatory and microbiological testing house MSL Solution Providers has expanded its CleanSure Hygiene Auditing Solution to include air quality testing. The addition of air plate testing, alongside existing swab testing, enables landlords, councils, housing associations and facilities management teams to validate indoor air quality as well as surface cleanliness in line with the latest requirements of Awaab's Law.
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Cleaning sector remains resilient and committed to innovation despite continued challenges, new research reveals

According to new research from cleaning manufacturer and distributor Robert Scott, the rising cost of doing business is the biggest challenge facing the UK's cleaning industry.
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Manchester Cleaning Show celebrates the city's influential role in shaping UK cleaning sector

From major event venues to shared workspaces, thousands of people work behind the scenes every day to keep Manchester running. Next month, those vital roles will be firmly in the spotlight as the city hosts the UK's largest hygiene and cleaning event at Manchester Central on 18th and 19th February.
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Peartree Cleaning Services launches 'Day One Starter Kit'

Peartree Cleaning Services has reinforced its commitment to investing in its people by launching an enhanced support package available to every employee from their very first day.
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Cleanology appoints new CEO ahead of next phase of growth

Mark Little has been appointed as the new chief executive officer of multi-award winning national commercial cleaning and FM company Cleanology.
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Significant funding proven to dramatically reduce blight of gum littering is up for grabs

On Monday, the Chewing Gum Task Force, administered by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy, announced the start of its fifth year of grants of up to £27,500 to allow councils to purchase specialist chewing gum cleaning equipment and/or increase street cleansing.
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Not just a man of Principle but a man of influence… Doug makes Top 100!

Hearty congratulations to Douglas Cooke, founder and executive chairman of Principle Cleaning Services, who has been recognised in the Top 100 Influential People 2026 - a programme administered by Awards Intelligence. 
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CHSA publishes fact sheet busting myths about sustainability

The Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association has published a fact sheet designed to help its members make informed, evidence-based decisions on sustainable products, packaging and operations.
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75% of UK businesses unprepared for new employee rights rules, lawyer warns

An employment solicitor has warned that most UK businesses are not prepared for the most significant overhaul of workers' rights in decades, as the Employment Rights Bill is set to become law.
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Welsh shopping centre boasts best UK loos!

A shopping centre in Wales - St David's Dewi Sant in Cardiff - has been judged to have the best public 'loos' in the UK as winner of this year's Loo of the Year Awards.
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Take a bow, Prochem and Scott & Sons!

Are you sitting comfortably? Up to 2000 folk attending shows held at the Alban Arena in St Albans, Hertfordshire, have to be - and that means keeping them clean. Rising to the occasion is contractor, Guy Scott of St Albans' based cleaning company, Scott & Sons.
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Enhancing the magic with some extra sparkle

Delivering magic behind the scenes, OCS and Merlin Entertainments agree five-year Integrated FM partnership across top UK attractions.
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The Cleaning Show
18-19th February 2026
Manchester
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Innovation Lab 2026
5th March 2026
Liverpool
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Clean-Tech Expo
10-12th March 2026
Warsaw
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Cleaning Expo
27-28th March 2026
NAEC Stoneleigh Park
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INTERCLEAN
14-17th April 2026
Amsterdam
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The Workplace Event
28-30th April 2026
NEC
Birmingham UK
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