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Just 13 per cent of UK organisations are considering downsizing, suggesting that most may have reduced their real estate as far as they can according to the latest Hybrid Working Index from global workplace management consultancy AWA. UK offices provide ...

UK offices provide just 56 desks per 100 employees on average according to the latest Hybrid Working Index from leading global workplace management consultancy AWA. The study, undertaken during the second quarter of 2024, comprising 34 offices, 14 organisations and ...

Tim Duret, Director of Sustainable Technology, Veolia on using advanced technology to deliver the circular economy Advanced technology and process innovation is now transforming the recycling sector, providing a vital contribution to save the planet’s resources and move towards a ...

JLL’s latest research “Opportunity through obsolescence,” has revealed that of the 776 million square metres of existing office space across 66 markets globally, about half of that space, or 322-425 million square metres, is likely to require substantial investment to ...

Building services company Polyteck has secured a four-year contract to provide maintenance services for Richmond Housing Partnership (RHP), as part of Fusion21’s £346 million Building Improvements Framework. Under the terms of the contract, Polyteck will deliver services including the refurbishment ...

OCS has announced its collaboration with the East London NHS Foundation Trust (ELFT), has generated £14.9 million in social and economic value since 2022. This partnership has made a tangible difference across communities, focusing on enhancing local employment, training, and ...

Principle Cleaning Services has been awarded a three-year contract extension at 30 St Mary Axe, also known as the Gherkin, one of London’s most iconic buildings. The new deal, awarded after a competitive tender, will see Principle, which has worked ...

The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has agreed a decarbonisation programme with Siemens Smart Infrastructure which will see 60 government buildings retrofitted with technology focused on energy efficiency and user comfort. It forms part ...

Eur Ing Prof David Cooper MBE, CIBSE Vice President and CEO of independent lift and escalator consulting engineers LECS UK, looks at the causes of runaway escalators and questions whether current standards are sufficient A runaway situation can occur when ...

EARTHDAY.ORG the global leader in Earth Day advocacy, observed by over one billion people each April 22, is launching a new campaign inviting business leaders worldwide to champion climate education in schools, colleges, and vocational training programs across the globe. ...