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.
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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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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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Nilfisk’s Board tells shareholders to accept Freudenberg’s takeover offer

Nilfisk’s Board of Directors has recommended the voluntary all-cash takeover offer from Freudenberg for all shares in Nilfisk, and unanimously recommends that shareholders accept the offer.
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EDANA unveils the professional development and events 2026 calendar

EDANA, the international Association for the nonwovens and related industries that boasts 260-plus members, has published its comprehensive 2026 calendar of events. This year - headlined by the return of renowned nonwovens exhibition INDEXTM26 - will have a robust schedule of professional development courses designed to equip the workforce for a sustainable and innovative future.

The events are as follows:
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Nanobubbles market research report 2026-2036 now available

'The Global Nanobubbles Market 2026-2036’ report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. This market intelligence report equips decision makers with the comprehensive data and strategic insights necessary to capitalise on emerging opportunities within the dynamic global nanobubbles market.
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AI's thirst for water: a looming crisis for the cleaning industry

"The explosive growth of artificial intelligence data centres is about to hit the professional cleaning industry with a potential water scarcity crisis that few saw coming just two or three years ago," warns Klaus Reichardt, CEO and founder of Waterless no-flush urinals.
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Remote inspection camera secures safer, smarter overhead cleaning

Industrial maintenance and cleaning specialist Goodway Technologies has launched the VAC-DIV2-CAMKIT, a remote, extended-reach, high-resolution inspection camera designed to make overhead cleaning and inspection safer, faster, and more effective.
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Perfect recipe for cleaning success

When it comes to food processing, ensuring that the highest hygiene standards are achieved, is critical for reliable and safe production outcomes.

By combining expertise of IMI Norgren pneumatic control with IMI PBM advanced valve technology, Membracon was able to deliver a robust, efficient and safe solution tailored specifically for its customer.
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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.

With more than 55 years of experience, Libra says it set the standard for professional PPE cleaning and reuse long before reusable PPE became a focal point of environmental or financial strategy.
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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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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.

Auditing gives substance to the guarantee offered by the CHSA's Accreditation Schemes for manufacturers and distributors of cleaning & hygiene products. The Inspector, who reports to, but is independent of, the CHSA's governing Council, audits all members each year.
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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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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.

A family member of a valued Sitemark employee, Kelsey is one of Britain's most exciting emerging boxing talents. Competing in the under-51Kg category, she is a confirmed member of the Team GB Podium Squad - an elite group of athletes training for major global competitions and future Olympic success.
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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.

Founded initially as a catering operator in 2009, OCS established itself within a decade as one of the two leading players in the Moroccan market, before diversifying its activities by integrating a comprehensive facilities management offering. The Group operates under the brands Ansamble and Proxirest for catering, and Artis Facilities in Morocco and Alizés in Senegal for FM.
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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.

Unifi has more than 45,000 employees servicing over four million flights annually. Operating at more than 240 airports, it provides a full range of services, including cabin cleaning, security, ground handling, passenger transport and ground support equipment maintenance.
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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.

Whether you are managing a healthcare estate, a retail portfolio, or a growing cleaning enterprise, the challenges remain the same: how do we drive efficiency while managing rising costs and labour shortages?
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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.

The approach adapts GMP level environmental monitoring practices, commonly used in pharmaceutical, cleanroom, biocidal and cosmetic manufacturing, for use in residential buildings to support safer, healthier homes.
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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).

ISS has partnered with the NSW Government since 1994. Under the new contract, ISS will continue to deliver cleaning services to schools, Technical and Further Education (TAFE) colleges, and various government facilities across three regions in New South Wales.
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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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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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Chemical-free drain seal technology Green Drain to expand UK operations

Green Drain, the globally recognised provider of patented, chemical-free drain seal technology, has announced the official expansion of its distribution and support network across the UK.
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Clean NZ Expo
15-16th July 2026
Auckland
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Cleantex
13-15th October 2026
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Interclean Shanghai
28-30th October 2026
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ISSA Cleaning & hygiene Expo
8-9th November 2026
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WFBSC Global Executive Congress
17-19th November 2026
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