ECJ EUROPEAN Cleaning Journal

The winners of the the European Cleaning & Hygiene Awards 2025 were revealed tonight during a glittering gala dinner at the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh.

Over 350 cleaning industry professionals from throughout Europe came together to celebrate its achievements, innovation and dedication over the past year.

With 61 finalists across 11 categories, this was another record-breaking year for entries.

The 2025 winners are:

• Digital Transformation - Vebego

• Investment in Training & People Development - NIC Services Group

• Excellence in Client-Contractor Partnerships - CleanEvent Services and Tottenham Hotspur FC

• Sustainability - Best Practice (Manufacturing) - Bona

• Sustainability - Best Practice (Service Provider) - Asito, CSU & GOM

• Commitment to Diversity in the Workforce - MTB Cleaning Service

• Best Initiative Raising the Profile of the Cleaning Sector - Breedweer

• Technological Innovation of the Year - Principle Cleaning Services and British Land Drone Window Cleaning

• Leader of the Year - Avril McCarthy, Derrycourt Cleaning Specialists

• Rising Star of the Year - Corey Watts, CleanEvent Services

• Best Company to Work For - JPC by Samsic

ECJ editor and founder of the awards Michelle Marshall said:"Each year, we are reminded just how dynamic and forward-thinking our industry has become - and 2025 has been no exception. The innovation, dedication, and commitment demonstrated in this year's entries show that the professional cleaning and hygiene sector is not only keeping pace with change but leading it.

"Bringing everyone together in Edinburgh to celebrate these achievements has been truly inspiring. From groundbreaking technologies to new approaches driving sustainability and raising standards, the progress on display was remarkable. Every finalist should feel proud of the impact they're making, and we're delighted to recognise our 11 outstanding winners who are shaping the future of our industry. Congratulations to them all."

To find out more about the awards visit www.echawards.com