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The march of tech
13th of May 2026
Cleaning technology is evolving rapidly. But some innovations are gaining more traction than others. We ask companies about the most significant technological breakthroughs of the past 25 years and find out how far these have benefited customers and enhanced cleaning efficiencies.
The march of technology has been relentless. Artificial
European Parliament endorses Chemicals Omnibus VI package
12th of May 2026
The European Parliament has endorsed the Chemicals Omnibus VI package in plenary, giving a strong mandate to simplify the Classification, Labelling and Packaging (CLP) Regulation while maintaining a high level of protection for human health and the environment.
The European Parliament is now ready to enter interinstitutional negotiations with the
Spain focus: “We focus on innovation, transparency and raising awareness”
11th of May 2026
Spain is the host country for this year’s European Cleaning & Hygiene Awards (founded by European Cleaning Journal), with the gala dinner taking place in Palma de Mallorca on October 8. In this special piece for ECJ, president of contract cleaning associations AFELIN and AELMA Jesús Martín tells us more about the
It's deadline day for 2026 European Cleaning & Hygiene Award entries!
8th of May 2026
This is it. Final call!
Entries for the European Cleaning & Hygiene Awards close tonight.
If it's drafted, submit it.
If it's nearly there, finish it.
If you've been hesitating, don't.
Because once the deadline passes, that's it.
Make sure your work gets seen. Entries close at midnight.
Enter here: www.echawards.com/enter
BICSc Awards deadline is now May 15
7th of May 2026
If you're planning to enter the annual British Institute of Cleaning Science (BICSc) Awards, you now have until May 15 to write your submission.
Neil Spencer-Cook, BICSc group managing director, said: "The BICSc Awards are a standout highlight for so many who operate within the professional cleaning community and continue to increase in
EFCI champions European Cleaning Skills Card to promote mobility
7th of May 2026
The European Federation of Cleaning Industries (EFCI) has presented a solid and forward-thinking proposal to the European Commission as part of the Skills Portability Initiative. Central to its recommendations is the introduction of a European Cleaning Skills Card - a universal, sector-wide credential designed to ensure that cleaning
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