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Cautious attitude to politicians
20th of August 2025 Article by Katja Scholz
Contract cleaning companies in Germany are not feeling optimistic, says ECJ’s Katja Scholz.
During the early summer it was time for the Federal Association of Contract Cleaners’ (BIV) annual spring survey which has provided a reliable picture of the mood in the sector since 2019.
As in the previous year, the general mood is gloomy: barely 24 per cent of the companies questioned view the coming business y..
Safe use of disinfectants discussed
12th of August 2025 Article by John Griep
John Griep in the Netherlands shares the key points from a recent session about correct disinfection.
The proper use of disinfectants in the professional cleaning sector is essential to protect health, ensure legal compliance, and promote environmental sustainability. A recent knowledge session hosted by VSR in collaboration with NVZ – Schoon | Hygiënisch | Duurzaam and Schoonmakend Nederland, provided expert insights ..
Unlocking the potential of youth
5th of August 2025 Article by Lynn Webster
The cleaning sector in the UK has initiatives aimed at attracting young people, reports Lynn Webster.
Making the cleaning and FM industry more attractive to younger people and the future generation has been an often debated challenge. This is especially relevant today as the labour resource is becoming an ever decreasing pool. Young people often furthest from the labour marketplace can face prolonged periods away from work with t..
Norwegian federation makes advances to employees
29th of July 2025 Article by Lotte Printz
Can a ‘charm offensive’ fight labour shortages and attract people to the cleaning industry in Norway
as well as wash away some bad news, asks ECJ’s Lotte Printz.
There are almost 39,000 jobs in Norway waiting for a match. A number that derives from
the most extensive business survey in Norway on labour market demand carried out by NAV (the Norwegian Labour and Welfare Agency) among 11,311 public and ..
The value of ‘Made Green in Italy’
22nd of July 2025 Article by Anna Garbagna
Anna Garbagna reports from Italy on how the ‘Made Green in Italy’ scheme can offer real advantages.
The issue of environmental protection is increasingly on the tables of entrepreneurs and more and more precise demands are coming from the European Commission in terms of performance and transparency.
Wanting to shed some light on the new regulations and related timelines, the Ministry of the Environment and Ene..
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