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CHSA: Proud to support the cleaning industry in 2022

“The cleaning industry is a huge contributor to the UK economy, and we are proud to have supported it in 2022, setting standards and advocating a Roadmap to Sustainability,” said Lorcan Mekitarian, Chair of the Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association. ...

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Last call for the TSA 2023 National Congress

The Textile Services Association’s (TSA) National Congress 2023 is close to fully booked. Along with the opportunity to have your say and make a contribution, the event provides a chance to network with the movers and shakers of the industry. ...

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Northwood boosts sustainability commitment with Green Loop

Northwood Hygiene Products Ltd has strengthened its commitment to sustainability with the introduction of its ‘Green Loop’ closed loop end of life plastic recycling solution across two of its best-known brands – Raphael and North Shore. The move has seen ...

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Principle Cleaning Services signs up to support Armed Forces

Principle Cleaning Services has signed up to the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant, a written, publicised, voluntary pledge to support those who have served in returning to civilian life and work. The company, which has received the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme ...

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Window cleaning firms and employees invited to enter national competition

The Federation of Window Cleaners (FWC) is inviting entries for its prestigious biennial national awards. The deadline for submissions to Window Cleaning Company of the Year 2023 and Window Cleaner (Employee) of the Year 2023 is 20 February next year. ...

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Medirest and Royal Surrey Hospital receive Exemplar site status for outstanding cleaning services

Medirest, the healthcare division of Compass Group UK & Ireland and its partner, Royal Surrey Hospital have been awarded ‘Exemplar’ site status, for the early and proficient implementation of the 2021 National Standards for Cleaning. The recognition acknowledges the delivery ...

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MPs’ report on Covid-19 pandemic calls for the introduction of cleaning standards

A new report by MPs into the role of cleaning and hygiene during the Covid-19 pandemic has called for the introduction of minimum standards for hand and other hygiene infrastructure and cleaning of venues to help make sure the nation is better ...

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Rawlins’ Kaivac AutoVac Stretch awarded Green Seal’s Certification of Environmental Innovation

Rawlins’ Kaivac’s AutoVac Stretch™ hard floorcare machine has earned Green Seal’s Certification of Environmental Innovation. The certification has been awarded based on reduced environmental toxicity, waste minimisation, use of verified environmentally preferable products, and conservation of energy and water. To ...

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Energy crisis: TSA calls on businesses to be part of the laundry lobby

If the energy support ends in March, commercial laundries are in for a very rough ride. The Textile Services Association (TSA) is lobbying government to continue to provide support after March, and it is calling on commercial laundry owners and executives ...

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JPC by Samsic retains contract at Chiswick Park Enjoy-Work

JPC by Samsic, the cleaning arm of facilities management provider Samsic.uk, has been re-awarded the cleaning and waste services contract at Chiswick Park Enjoy-Work, a leading business campus in West London. The contract ensures the continuation of a 15-year relationship ...

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