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Smart buildings - lead the charge
25th of September 2024
Despite its growing prominence, the concept of a smart building is often met with confusion due to its broad and multi-faceted nature. So, what exactly is a smart building, and why is there such a growing interest in this concept? Campbell Murdoch, ABM business & industry managing director for the UK tells us more.
In today's fast-evolving
Greenspeed becomes B Corp certified
25th of September 2024
Professional cleaning solutions manufacturer Greenspeed, which is based in the Netherlands, has achieved B Corp certification - B Lab is the non-profit organisation behind the movement.
To make the grade a company must achieve a benchmark score of at least 80 (out of 200) points and simultaneously demonstrate that they adopt socially and
Almost half of washroom users feel anxious about using public washrooms, says Tork research
23rd of September 2024
According to the inaugural 2024 Tork Insight Survey by Essity, many individuals are not comfortable using a public restroom and that negatively impacts their wellbeing. It keeps them from participating in social activities - including enjoying food and drink in public - staying at a job and generally feeling safe.
Barriers to being comfortable in
OCS in acquisition of Exclusive Services Group
11th of September 2024
Facilities management specialist OCS has today announcedits acquisition of Exclusive Services Group, which specialises in the provision of contract cleaning services in the UK and Ireland.
This transaction marks OCS' fourth strategic bolt-on acquisition in the last 12 months and enhances its cleaning services footprint in key sectors such as
Jangro launches 'Keep it Clean' podcast
11th of September 2024
Independent cleaning supplies distributor network Jangro has launched a new podcast series - Keep It Clean. With the first episode airing on September 18, the series aims to offer insights, expert interviews and analysis of cleaning sector issues including sustainability and legislation.
Hosted by the company's national accounts manager Kate
Plans to spend part of Edinburgh tourist tax on street cleaning
9th of September 2024
A proportion of the tourist tax set to be introduced in Edinburgh will be used to clean up the streets and remove graffiti, according to officials.
The tax is being proposed for 2026 when it is expected to generate up to £50m of "new money" to tidy up streets and parks, build more affordable homes and install underground bins.
Edinburgh is
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