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EFCI news - how have cleaning companies evolved over time?
15th of November 2019
In June 2019 the EFCI published its Trend Report, The European Cleaning Industry 1995-2016. This statistical work presents a great deal of information about the cleaning companies in Europe and their evolution throughout the past 20 years. The report builds on the past editions of the EFCI survey published regularly since 1987 and on
Fragrance Forum looks at AI
14th of November 2019
London was the venue for the recent Fragrance Forum hosted by the International Fragrance Association UK (IFRA-UK).
This year, the programme explored how new artificial intelligence (AI) technologies and machine learning are changing the face of the fragrance industry, with some of the biggest names in the fragrance, computing and biotechnology
Mitie awarded gold for CO2 reduction
13th of November 2019
Facilities services group Mitie has been recognised for its success in reducing the carbon emissions of its fleet, by being awarded Gold Certification by Masternaut. Across its whole fleet in the UK it cut CO2 by 770 tonnes - the equivalent to planting almost 800 trees.
Among the initiatives it has introduced is the Driver Risk Management
CSSA seeks most innovative products
12th of November 2019
The Cleaning Support Services Association's (CSSA) in the UK has launched its Innovation Showcase for 2020, which seeks to celebrate the cleaning industry's most innovative products, services and initiatives.
Businesses and organisations operating throughout the cleaning industry are now invited to enter their products, services and initiatives.
Ecocleen buys Regency Cleaning Services
11th of November 2019
Services provider Ecocleen in the UK has completed the acquisition of Regency Cleaning Services in a deal worth up to €2.9 million.
The successful takeover will enable the company to increase its presence within key sectors such as education and motor retail, while expanding its nationwide franchise network.
"Regency Cleaning Services is a
ISS Zero Waste Challenge exceeds target
8th of November 2019
To coincide with World Environment Day recently, facilities services provider ISS held its third annual Zero Waste Challenge (ZWC). Over 90,000 items were saved from being consigned to waste bins, exceeding the goal of 80,000 items.
ZWC began in 2016 as a waste reduction campaign in ISS for clients, partners and individuals. This year the
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