Jamie Woodhall, UK Technical & Innovation Manager at Initial Washroom Hygiene, comments on a call by Portsmouth City Council for businesses to provide sanitary bins in all male as well as female toilets.

Blockchain technology is indeed synonymous with cryptocurrency, yet its potential stretches far beyond digital coins. The technology's key attributes-decentralization, transparency, and immutability-lay the foundation for innovative solutions in myriad fields. The venture into new realms is a

Sustainability has become a central pillar in the realm of facility management. As environmental concerns escalate and regulatory pressures increase, the need for sustainable practices in this sector is more pressing than ever. This shift is not just about

Mitie has unveiled its Transformation Hub which demonstrates the cutting-edge technology it is using to drive Facilities Transformation.

NHS Property Services (NHSPS) has appointed Sasha Griffiths as Head of Service Operations and Security.

As facilities management is about enhancing the functionality of the built environment, efficient supply chains including those used to deliver essential chemical products, play an important role in ensuring everything runs smoothly.

Scotland's largest construction trade association, SELECT, has responded to the rising demand for electric vehicle (EV) charge points by launching its first installation training course.

Executive agency of the UK Cabinet Office, The Government Property Agency (GPA), has appointed Mark Bourgeois as its interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Aston University's College of Health and Life Sciences has established Schwartz Round sessions to allow medical and healthcare students to discuss the emotional aspects of their work in a safe space.

Dyson has launched 'Air Purity Pulse Check', a report that dives into UK attitudes to indoor air quality (IAQ).

Fuel, UK caterer BaxterStorey's street food agency, has set in place minimum spend guarantees, cancellation policies and increased minimum cost per head expectations for all vendors.

ISS has published a whitepaper on the potentially transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence in facility services delivery.

A new whitepaper from EMCOR UK argues the FM sector can deliver 26 billion of social value by implementing programmes and initiatives similar to ones it has quantified through the Social Value Portal

Serco has been awarded an eight-year contract to deliver aviation fire rescue and paramedical services at Red Sea International Airport in Saudi Arabia.

SOCOTEC UK has acquired building pathology consultancy Hutton + Rostron (H+R).

ASDA business International Procurement & Logistics (IPL) is using industrial IoT and energy analytics software from SolarEdge subsidiary, Hark, to monitor the sustainability and performance of its facilities.

Mitie is celebrating its third consecutive year as the recipient of a 'Gold Award' from the UK Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS).

On 7th November, more than 160 guests joined Veolia at BMA House in London to discuss sustainability and learn about the recycling and energy solutions the company is deploying on the Road to Net Zero.

Pareto FM has been selected for a mechanical and electrical (M&E) and cleaning services contract at The Halls, a recent venue redevelopment by Wolverhampton City Council and AEG Presents.

Iain Cox, Chair of the Business Sprinkler Alliance, looks at the lessons to be learnt from a recent car park blaze at London Luton Airport.