Survey shows most pessimistic outlook in years

21st of July 2026 Article by Katja Scholz
Survey shows most pessimistic outlook in years

Katja Scholz in Germany reports on the annual spring survey from the contract cleaning association BIV, a key indicator of industry sentiment.

Once again, it is time for the results of the annual spring survey by the Federal Guild Association of the Cleaning Trade (BIV), which has been a key indicator of industry sentiment since 2019.

Compared to previous years, something significant has changed - though not for the bette..

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Leading the way in digital transitions

14th of July 2026 Article by Lotte Printz
Leading the way in digital transitions

Lotte Printz reports for ECJ from Industry Day in Denmark where cleaning professionals were recognised for achievements in driving digitalisation. 

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To be honest, this famous phrase often used by elusive politicians and in television crime stories wasn’t actually said out loud on this occasion where sharing knowledge is key. And it wasn’t out of ill will either that I was left with no comment f..

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Cleaning skills and youth jobs

7th of July 2026 Article by Lynn Webster
Cleaning skills and youth jobs

Lynn Webster in the UK on how funding for apprenticeships in the industry has been withdrawn.

The UK cleaning industry is escalating its pressure on the government following the decision to withdraw funding for the Level 2 Cleaning Hygiene Operative Apprenticeship; a move that may damage workforce development at a critical time for the industry.

The issue has become a major point of concern for the British Cleaning Counci..

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