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Right now, as the world is dealing with the huge effects and consequences of the Coronavirus, another global crisis continues to worsen every day...
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Pre-registration for Shanghai’s CCE2021, starting 30th March, now open

More than 35,000 industry leaders and 600-plus companies from around the globe are expected to convene at the China Clean Expo from 30th March - 2nd April, 2021 for a four-day event being held at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre in Shanghai, China.
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Here, there and everywhere, the microplastics in tap water threatening health and wellbeing

A new study published by researchers at the Penn Environment Research & Policy Center found microplastics in 100% of samples taken from 50 iconic rivers, lakes and streams in Pennsylvania.
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"Vacuuming is a waste of skilled time," says CEO of Vacuum Manufacturer

In a recent poll of cleaning professionals, only 2% ranked vacuuming as 'important', yet vacuuming takes about 25% of a cleaner's time. Automated vacuuming costs less, can clean better, saves energy and frees up skilled cleaning teams to concentrate on the important tasks.
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Vectair Systems launches an 'Ice Cool' fragrance

Vectair Systems has introduced a new fragrance, Ice Cool, to its innovative Professional Passive Programme.
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New ride-on Scrubmaster B400 R series cleans extra-large areas with ease

Production facilities, logistics halls and warehouses are constantly increasing in size, bringing new application requirements with them.

The demands on professional indoor cleaning in terms of area coverage and performance are growing with every additional square metre.
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Innovations in antimicrobials: IDTechEx report highlights start-ups developing new methods to eliminate microbes

Antimicrobial technologies are used around the world in response to the pandemic, since surfaces and products protected by antimicrobial technology can continuously inactivate and kill harmful microorganisms such as the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

IDTechEx has recently published a research report covering the antimicrobial market, examining the technologies, innovations, and opportunities.
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Vectair Systems appoints Nate Hjelseth as chief financial officer

Vectair Systems, a leading innovator, manufacturer and supplier of aircare and hygiene products, is pleased to welcome Nate Hjelseth to its leadership team, as chief financial officer.

Since its inception more than 30 years ago, Vectair Systems has been going from strength to strength. With US and UK headquarters and manufacturing facilities around the world, Vectair Systems supplies over 100 countries, and counts several blue-chip facilities management and hygiene companies amongst its clients. With further growth on the horizon, the company has created the role of chief financial officer to support its ever-expanding team.
Nate has a wealth of experience as a finance leader in the manufacturing and hospitality industries. He will be based in Minneapolis, USA and his responsibilities will b
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CCS Facility Services first contractor in world to achieve GBAC Star Service Accreditation

The Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC), a Division of ISSA, has announced that CCS Facility Services is the first business in the world to achieve GBAC Star Service accreditation.

The program is designed for building service contractors and other outsourced cleaning service providers seeking third-party validation for their cleaning, disinfection and infection prevention programs.
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The National Carpet Cleaners Association achieves CPD status for carpet and upholstery training course

The National Carpet Cleaners Association (NCCA) takes a step further in raising the standard of professional recognition and development for its members training in the care of soft flooring and upholstery.

The NCCA is pleased to announce a new milestone in its aims to promote excellence in the cleaning sector as it achieves CPD (continuous professional development) status, from the CPD Certification Service.
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Jangro introduces new deep cleaning resources

Two new resources are now available to help ensure shared spaces, such as education and catering establishments, are cleaned effectively.

Jangro, the UK & Ireland's largest network of independent janitorial and cleaning distributors, has launched a 'Deep Clean Product Guide for Education' and extended its range of training Task Cards, to include one exclusively focused on 'Deep Cleaning'.
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Samsic's 13 million steps for children's charity

A team of 40 working for Samsic UK and subsidiary JPC Cleaning has raised over £5000 for children's charity Rainbow Trust by walking over 13 million steps in a month.

Employees including Anderson Ferreira, assistant cleaning manager and Messalina Manita, cleaning operative from JPC by Samsic's Here East team, stepped up to the plate at the start of February and went on to smash it, beating the target of 10m steps by 3.5million.
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Supporting a healthy indoor environment is a trend that should stick around…

by Tim Kane, president of Goodway Technologies

“The importance of proper cleaning and disinfection has undoubtedly been vital for nearly every company, facility, and organisation this past year.
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Why we must regularly clean around urinals

A study published in Emerging Infectious Diseases reports that traces of the pathogens which cause Coronavirus can be found in an infected person's urine.

Further, another study, published by scientists from China's Yangzhou University, finds that when urinals are used by people infected with the virus, traces of Coronavirus can become airborne when the urinal is flushed.
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Strong role models are key to the advancement of women

Earlier this month on International Women's Day, women in the cleaning industry were advocating the benefits of strong role models and sharing of experience. But at the end of the day, they say, success comes from hard work and excellence at work.

While women are increasingly visible at the helm of some of our largest organisations, they are still under-represented in skilled trade and professional occupations; in fact, in every area other than elementary occupations and administrative roles.
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Textile Services Association is warmly welcomed to BCC membership

The Textile Services Association has joined the British Cleaning Council as an associate member, becoming the 22nd member of the BCC, in a move which benefits and strengthens both organisations.

The trade association for the textile care services industry, the TVA contributes over £1.3 billion in GVA (Gross Value Added) and supports some 28,000 jobs in the UK economy.
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Bothongo Hygiene Solutions UK launches new post-Covid Zuppclean range

Bothongo Hygiene Solutions UK - formerly Healthguard Hygiene UK - has launched an extensive new range of cleaning products formulated for the post-Covid era, under its new Zuppclean and Zuppclean Eco brands.

Bothongo Hygiene Solutions was launched last year at the beginning of the pandemic to focus on the protection of human health as a progeny of InnuScience Group, a leading manufacturer of biotechnology cleaning products. Based in the Northamptonshire countryside near Towcester, the group operates in Europe, Africa and North America.
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Liz Benison appointed as new country manager for ISS UK and Ireland

Liz Benison will join as new country manager for ISS UK and Ireland on 1st May 2021. She will also become member of the executive group management and report directly to Group CEO, Jacob Aarup-Andersen.
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Probiotic surface cleansers could significantly reduce hospital acquired infections

A study into a major cause of hospital acquired infections has begun. The work is exploring how contagion bacteria survive even deep cleans with chemical products and is evaluating a novel approach to reduce HAI through the use of probiotic hard surface cleaners.
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Fresh air has benefited many of us in lockdown - but will we miss it when we head back to our offices?

Fresh air and exercise have been two of the benefits for many during the last 12 months of on-off lockdowns. And as the latest lockdown starts to ease in the UK with schools returning and plans being made for businesses to reopen, many of us will be thinking of ways to keep up a healthier lifestyle and not slip back into old habits.
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NIC repeats last years listing in 'Top 1,000 Europe's Fastest Growing Companies'

NIC Services Group, which provides facilities management services across the UK and Ireland, has been listed in the Financial Times top 1000 Europe's Fastest Growing Companies for the second consecutive year. This list identifies Europe's fastest growing companies with the strongest revenue growth.
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First ever national poetry competition celebrates key workers

Clean for Good, an award-winning, ethically conscious cleaning business, has launched Poetry for Good, the first ever nationwide poetry competition calling for entries that celebrate the vital role of the UK's key workers.
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Not just health workers and cleaners but all those who support their work, need key/essential worker status, says BCC

The British Cleaning Council has expanded on its major initiative to achieve 'key and essential worker' status for employees in the cleaning and hygiene sector.
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More than half of Britons say UK businesses could do more to keep them safe from Covid-19, survey reveals

More than half (53%) of Britons believe UK businesses could be doing more to improve the hygiene of their premises and keep people safe from Covid-19, according to a new survey.

Commissioned by hygiene and pest control technology company Pelsis Group , the survey of 2,007 people across the UK is believed to be the first to quantify how the pandemic has shifted the nation's attitude towards hygiene.
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Lockdown toilet tissue venture cleans up with £1 million sales forecast

An environmentally friendly toilet tissue business rolled out since lockdown hit is set for £1 million of sales in its first year.

Award-winning Tanki, of Shrewsbury, Shropshire, is both glue- and plastic-free and as well as for household use, is also aimed at the maritime and leisure market.
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New dates for this year's Cleaning Show announced

This year's Cleaning Show has been moved to 2nd, 3rd and 4th November following the Prime Minister recently setting out the 'road map' for the UK Coronavirus lockdown easing.
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Apprenticeship schemes flourish at phs

More than 150 people have signed up to boost their skills as part of the apprenticeship programmes offered by facilities services provider phs Group.
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New waste management system aids safety and recycling at international packaging company

A new racksack system from Beaverswood is improving the collection and segregation of waste at the UK and Ireland's largest independent suppliers of industrial packaging and food service products.
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London Cleaning Show
18-20th March 2025
ExCel London
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Europropre
25-27th March 2025
Paris
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The Workplace Event
8-10th April 2025
NEC
Birmingham, UK
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ISSA Pulire 2025
27-29th May 2025
Rho Fiera Milano
Italy
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Hygienalia
4-6th November 2025
Valencia
Spain
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ISSA Show North America
10-13th November 2025
Las Vegas
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