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Sodexo commits to meaningful change in Social Impact Pledge 2030
28th of February 2025
Sodexo has published its Social Impact Pledge 2030, which it says sets out clear commitments to create meaningful impact for its people, planet, places and partners in the UK over the next five years.
The publication represents the next phase in the company's social impact strategy, coming 10 years after the first one. There are four 'impact
Harrisons makes acquisition of Ecotech (Europe)
26th of February 2025
UK nonwoven wipes manufacturer Harrisons has acquired the business and assets of fellow producer Ecotech (Europe), which makes wet and dry nonwoven wipes for distributors and wholesalers.
This move marks a significent milestone for Harrisons, as it will be the first time in its history the company will offer wet wipes.
Stephen Harrison, managing
Registrations open for 2025 Innovation Lab at London's Excel
24th of February 2025
Delegate registration is now open for the 2025 Innovation Lab on March 27 at Excel London. Organised by facilities services specialist Carlisle Support Services, the event will bring together over 600 cleaning, security and facilities professionals for a day of education and networking.
The programme will focus on sustainability, AI, robotics and
R & T strengthens European presence with Dolly acquisition
21st of February 2025
Netherlands-based floor pads specialist R & T has acquired fellow pads producer Dolly in Germany, which it says will strengthen its position in the German-speaking markets and reinforce its presence across Europe.
R & T is best known for its E-line pads, while Dolly - with its Glit floor pads brand and distribution of Birchmeier products
ISS and Anthesis form sustainability partnership
19th of February 2025
Facilities services group ISS has formed a partnership with global sustainability consultancy Anthesis to conceive, develop and deliver sustainability solutions optimised for FM. The partnership will focus on three core workplace sustainability pillars:
• Low carbon - delivering decarbonisation strategies tailored for FM, reducing
Differences in cleaning practices between countries
18th of February 2025
For three years a team of industry experts has been gathering material on cleaning ergonomics and conscious cleaning. In the latest of their exclusive articles for ECJ, Helge Alt from Puhastusekspert in Estonia and Tarja Valkosalo of Propuhtaus Finland (who have been involved since the start) look at how cleaning practices vary from country to
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