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Darren Marston has become the new Master of the Worshipful Company of Environmental Cleaners for the forthcoming year, promising to champion the Chartered Practitioners Register, charity and fellowship.
Marston was officially installed as Master of the Worshipful Company of Environmental Cleaners on 4 April at the iconic Mansion House, London, marking a significant milestone in his distinguished career and years of dedication to the Cleaning industry’s Livery Company.
A business owner with over 30 years of experience and Executive Chairman of Industrial Cleaning Equipment Ltd (ICE), Marston has built a career centred on innovation and professional excellence. Starting at just 18 years of age as a janitorial supplies salesman, he developed expertise in cleaning chemistry, laying the foundation for his successful business. His early insights into product safety and efficacy shaped his approach to problem-solving and adaptability in a rapidly evolving industry.
More recently, Marston has been at the forefront of innovation, leading advancements in telemetry and robotics, which have transformed cleaning practices and industry practices and standards.
Reflecting on his appointment as Master of the Environmental Cleaners Company, Marston said: “I’m honoured and grateful to be appointed Master of the Environmental Cleaners. Livery fellowship has been transformative and rewarding for me personally and I intend to build on the achievements of my predecessors. That means championing the CPR (Chartered Practitioners Register) scheme and promoting our livery’s excellent charitable work in the community and beyond.”
The Installation Banquet also welcomed Kevin Meighan as the new Senior Warden and Phil Smith as Junior Warden.
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