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Putting the toilet lid down has little effect on viruses: study
12th of February 2024Closing the lid of the toilet prior to flushing does little to stop contamination from virus particles in the surrounding area, according to new research.
Scientists from the University of Arizona and Reckitt Benckiser tested the effects of putting down the lid by introducing a virus that is non-harmful to humans into the toilet bowl.
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Sodexo invites start-up applications for its Global Accelerator programme
9th of February 2024The deadline is approaching for applications to Sodexo's 2024 global Accelerator programme, an initiative aimed at boosting the collaboration between Sodexo and start-ups. The company says this is a vital way for the business to have a finger on the pulse of the latest trends and disruptions in the service industry.
For start-ups, working with
OCS seeks to double revenue with launch of new brand vision
8th of February 2024Facilities services provider OCS UK & Ireland is aiming to double its revenue over the next five years with the launch of its new brand vision and strategy.
Central to the strategy it says, are the five 'best' pillars: delivering the best experiences, productivity, practices, resilience and outcomes for customers, colleagues, and communities.
Registration open for China Clean Expo
7th of February 2024China Clean Expo takes place in Shanghai from March 26-29, at the Shanghai New International Expo Center (SNIEC).
Around 400 exhibitors will be there from home and abroad. Special features will include the Smart Cleaning Zone - highlighting cutting-edge developments such as autonomous cleaning technology and AI - and the Environmental Sanitation
WEPA Professional completes acquisition of Star Tissue UK
6th of February 2024WEPA Professional, washroom hygiene products specialist headquartered in Germany, has acquired UK hygiene paper provider Star Tissue UK - which now operates as WEPA Professional UK.
Andreas Krengel, CEO business unit professional of the WEPA Group commented on the purchase: "WEPA stands for the production of high quality tissue paper, and the UK
NIC Services Group buys training specialist business
5th of February 2024In the UK, facilities management specialist NIC Services Group has acquired Worldweaver Training and Development, a business specialising in professional training to the facilities management industry.
John Spencer, group chairman of NIC Services Group commented: "This strategic move aligns perfectly with our mission to deliver unparalleled