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AFC Wimbledon contract for Aramark
Aramark UK appointed as the Dons catering partner in a multi-year deal.
CIBSE weighs in on EDI
Institution worries about shifts in the US and expresses full support for commitments in the UK.
Future Leader Award open for entries
The Worshipful Company of Pattenmakers is looking for the next winner of this highly regarded annual FM award.
Yesterday
Precision FM expands into Nordics
Firm ready to deliver FM support across Norway, Sweden, Finland and Denmark.
New contract for ISS in India
International partnership with global professional services company sees expansion into the region.
Cardo Group buys energy services provider
Housing association and public sector specialist extends retrofit capabilities.
This Week
2025 FM Brands Survey online now
i-FM’s annual market survey is open now: we want to hear from you.
Mitie reports good year, plans to buy Marlowe
FY25 was a year of good financial and operational progress, the group says.
Biffa appointed in Wokingham
Borough council names new waste, recycling and street cleaning contractor.
PTSG buys UK Safety Management
UKSM is a national provider of electrical compliance and safety testing.
ISS launches extension of Healthcare Training Academy
New facility opens at University Hospital Hairmyres in South Lanarkshire.
Mitie strikes deal to buy Marlowe
Announcement this morning that both companies are recommending a cash and share offer.
New chief exec for UKGBC
The UK Green Building Council has appointed Simon McWhirter as chief executive.
The open-plan office has had its day
Research finds fully open-plan is no longer fit for purpose in the hybrid, post-pandemic workplace.
ABM buys Dublin FM provider
Dublin-based LMC FM is a facilities services company with coverage across Ireland.
Levy scoops NEC deal
UK’s largest live events venue operator awards food and beverage contract.
New MD at ESS
Compass names Richard Jones as managing director for its government business.
Open letter calls on government to rethink Employment Rights Bill
Over 100 FM companies expressing concern over Bill’s impact.
Events group win for Spectrum
DF Concerts & Events awards three-year contract to soft services specialist.
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Camden extends Veolia deal
Camden Council renews recycling and waste contract.
Matt Dawson joins JLL
Dawson appointed to EMEA Work Dynamics board in a new strategy role.
Global recognition for ISS manager
Michelle Quinn has won the company’s annual Global Apple Award.
This Month
Apleona remains market leader in Germany
Turnover on its home turf expected to exceed €3bn this financial year.
Apleona rebrands CTS
Combined Technical Solutions has been fully merged into the UK business.
Built environment bodies renew EDI commitment
Eight professional bodies sign new MoU.
OCS launches Resilience Week
The FM group explains why it is planning an annual focus on this crucial concept.
Iron Mountain appoints ABM
New contract for cleaning services at Slough-based data centre business.
Ranger in second Scottish acquisition
Inverness-based IRN Security now part of the group.
JLL injects AI into property management
CRE group has launched an artificial intelligence assistant designed to support real estate owners.
OCS secures place on ESPO framework
The ESPO 676_25 framework covers total facilities management services.
New Sandwell contract for Graham
Sandwell Property Care deal focuses on the Borough’s non-housing properties.
DMA Maintenance gains BSIA membership
DMA Group business accepted into the British Security Industry Association, allowing it to offer fire and security services.
Harmony Fire in multi-year NHS win
NHS Property Services awards contract to maintain, upgrade and service fall protection safety systems.
New CEO for Clearway Group
Phil Doyle appointed to lead on the day-to-day management of the business.
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Award for Sodexo’s sustainability director
Claire Atkins Morris recognised by industry peers at the 2025 Footprint Awards.
Safety Alliance offers golden thread tools
The Building Safety Alliance has published detailed guidance around the golden thread concept.
ISS extends deal with tech group
New agreement sees strengthened partnership in Europe with major global technology customer.
Internet provider turns to Sewell
Rural broadband provider Quickline Communications appoints Sewell FM on new contract.
Home and away: FCDO warned on maintenance backlog
Whitehall’s mounting problem with neglected maintenance isn’t confined to just its UK properties.
OCS Foundation relaunches
Relaunch brings a mission to empower children and young people.
University of Sunderland contract for OCS
OCS awarded TFM role with the University of Sunderland in London.
14forty appointed at The Range
Home, leisure and garden retailer secures service provider for its new distribution site in Stowmarket.
Galway win for ABM
New contract covers services at eight healthcare sites.
New training lead at Carlisle
David Brook appointed as head of operational training to drive service innovation and growth.
Framework places for Lovat's Group
Kirkaldy-based service provider secures two CCS places.
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Quilter extension for Sodexo
The wealth management group has extended its multi-services deal.
Councils win for Veolia
New contract gets underway for East Herts and North Herts Councils.
Mears secures place on ESPO framework
Facilities Management business placed on all three available lots.
Spectrum extends LSH partnership
New contracts cover nine properties for manager Lambert Smith Hampton.
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Sodexo demonstrates power of collaboration
Third annual Partners with Purpose conference brought together 40 strategic supply partners.
UKGBC launches consultation on nature-positive definition
Professionals across the built environment sector asked to help shape a nature-positive future.
Mitie secures multi-service IPO contract
New deal covers engineering, cleaning and waste management for the government body.
Pareto appointed at Birmingham venue
New contract at B:Music, Birmingham’s iconic Grade I listed Town Hall.
Vital Energi appointed at Gatwick
Energy specialist supporting the airport’s ambitious £250m decarbonisation programme.
Compass hub supports 220 people into work
Social Partner Hub has also supported over 1000 people with job interview training and guidance.
Amey working to reduce reoffending
Rehabilitation Alliance Board launched to support government initiative.
Stop Hunger Foundation marks 20 years
Sodexo’s Stop Hunger Foundation has celebrated its 20th anniversary and raised a remarkable £292,300.
GAME FM boasts £1.24m in contracts
In its first year of trading, the Manchester-based FM firm has secured 13 important contracts.
Sweep for SMEs on consultancy framework
Regional procurement specialist has appointed 106 bidders to its latest consultancy framework.
New chair for Supply Chain Sustainability School
Dale Turner, director of procurement and supply chain at Skanska UK, named as chair.
QTEC secures Bristol contract
QTEC Facilities Management appointed at the new Glass Wharf office development.
Sizewell C contract for G4S
G4S has been named principal security provider for the new 3.2GW nuclear power station.
The real impact of social value
Four key lessons emerged from a recent OCS industry event.
Elior UK launches workplace catering brand
New ‘Elior at Work' brand focuses on wellness and innovation.
Compass reports solid first-half
Group sees strong new business trend and double-digit underlying operating profit growth.
Bolton completes in-house move
Bolton Council has completed the transfer of its previously outsourced facilities and estates management services.
Magenta achieves B Corp status
Communications consultancy Magenta Associates has become a certified B Corporation.
LGIM takes silver in Global FM Awards
Honoured on World FM Day: LGIM and FM Partners recognised for their wellbeing-boosting initiative.
Atlas – full marks from AQA
Atlas FM appointed by leading exam board.
Mitie extends SWR relationship
New South Western Railway contract covers hard services at multiple sites.
Tomorrow Meets Today nominations open
Networking event, now in its tenth year, takes place in London in the autumn.
Fusion21 confirms suppliers on new framework
£800m framework covers building safety and compliance services.
Graeme Cameron named COO at ISS
Cameron moves up to be chief operations officer of Operations Performance function for UK & Ireland.
University of Sussex appoints OCS
New partnership aims to drive transformational change.
Govanhill reappoints Mears Group
Housing Association confirms new repairs and maintenance contract.
Decarbonisation: property owners need to invest more
On average, investment plans need to double to achieve full building coverage.
Sodexo hauls in the RoSPA medals
Commitment to health and safety recognised with seven gold medals, four of which are President’s Awards.
Multi-site FM win for CBRE
Scottish media company DC Thomson awards long-term facilities management contract.
ISS expands APAC partnership
New contract extends long-standing relationship with an unnamed natural resources customer.
BaxterStorey named Large Business of the Year
Caterer emerges at the top of a shortlist of eight at the British Business Awards.
Anchor Group extends security offer
Multi-services group teams up with risk management specialist.
This Quarter
Sodexo named NHS strategic supplier
Sodexo Health & Care appointed as one of only 15 strategic suppliers to the NHS.
UK businesses look to expand office space
Majority say they overdid downsizing during the Covid era.
Antony Law joins Kanso FM
Law named managing director of cleaning in move to reinforce ambitious growth strategy.
New MD at Aramark
Daniel Clark will lead new sports & entertainment division.
Hooper now deputy CEO at APS
Sofie Hooper appointed to new role at the Association for Project Safety.
CIPD appoints strategic adviser on AI
Move comes as majority of CIPD members cite navigating the use of AI as a challenge.
Pets at Home win for OCS
Three-year contract extends nine-year relationship.
New research: universities spending millions on cleaning
First-of-its-kind report finds UK universities are spending an estimated £300m annually.
New head of operations at Novus
The maintenance contractor has strengthened its operations team with the appointment of Jason Smithies.
SBFM launches prison cleaning academy
New cleaning academy at HMP Wealstun helps to provide sustainable employment opportunities for ex-offenders.
ISS hails robust start to the year
Organic growth of 4.3% in Q1 2025, with good new business momentum.
USVF extension for VIVO
United States Visiting Forces deal extended to its limit.
Pareto FM retains ZSL contract
Hard services deal with London and Whipsnade Zoos retained.
Vertas scoops King's Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development
Group is one of just 27 organisations to receive the national accolade.
Sodexo retains HMP Forest Bank contract
New 10-year award for the company’s Justice Services business.
SE Asia healthcare win for ISS
The facility services group has extended and expanded agreement with central procurement agency for public healthcare.
Ashford contract for Harmony Fire
Second Borough Council deal brings total up to £3.6m.
ISS lands airports deal in Australia
New contract strengthens partnership with key customer Australia Pacific Airports.
SharkNinja deal for Polyteck
New hard services contract at the home appliance group’s new EMEA headquarters.
Aldi appoints phs Compliance
Supermarket group is looking to reduce energy use in all stores and ensure electrical safety across the network.
Government looking at cleaning as vital service
BCC report being considered as evidence in the ongoing review of national resilience.
Majority of workers see real value in the office
Despite the rise of hybrid work, the physical office remains vital for today’s workforce.
Age UK contract for Sussex FM
Burgess Hill-based Sussex Facilities Management appointed to enhance quality and consistency of services.
Jaguar reports two London wins
Property company awards pair of hard services deals.
Businesses not considering AI in sustainability strategies
Only a quarter globally are including their AI footprint in their sustainability strategy and reporting.
OCS awarded Church of England contract
Church of England Pensions Board turns to FM group for service and innovation.
Hard services win for Apleona
British Land contract covers M&E and fabric services at London site.
Ball joins NG Bailey
UK’s largest independent engineering and infrastructure services business moves to strengthen Built Environment division.
BCO reveals London office award winners
Seven projects point the way to the future of workplaces in the capital and beyond, it says.
Dalkia retains Derby College contract
Deal covers planned and reactive maintenance, plus statutory compliance works across the College estate.
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Bidvest Noonan retains Docklands deal
Relationship continues with Keolis Amey Docklands, operator of the Docklands Light Railway for Transport for London.
FM: a place of optimism and perennial challenges
New research report from IWFM finds challenges but also positive market trends.
Inclusive standard award for Arcus FM
First assessment yields Silver award under the Inclusive Employers Standard.
JLL restructures workplace services
New integrated approach aims to reposition real estate as a value driver, firm says.
QEII extension for Levy
Compass catering business will stay on at the London conference and events venue following contract renewal.
SBFM programme takes Excellence award
SBFM has won the Social Impact in Sustainability Award at the Yorkshire Sustainability Excellence Awards.
Sodexo team scoops safety awards
Wythenshawe Hospital project wins in two categories at the 2025 Safety & Health Excellence Awards.
Asset registers: the great FM weakness?
Start any conversation about challenges in this industry and it won’t be long before someone says ‘the asset register’.
Bank of England banks on Amulet
New security contract covers two key locations.
Equans extends Together Housing deal
Hundreds of Yorkshire homes to benefit from upgrades under new contract extension.
SMEs back decarbonisation moves
Nine in ten European industrial SMEs say decarbonisation is crucial in addressing the climate emergency.
RICS issues alert for expert witnesses
Refreshed guidance aimed at members assisting courts by providing impartial evidence-based opinion.
VIVO secures funding for net zero schemes
Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme will fund £7m of works.
New group supervisory board at DMA
Board will oversee hard services provider’s three core business units.
Signs of recovery for UK commercial property market
But NI rise and new tariffs are creating pressure and uncertainty.
CIBSE signs MoU to strengthen building services
Collaboration with International Code Council targets development, promotion and application of best practices.
Mitie confirms DWP win
The FM group will provide the largest security workforce within the government estate.
Edinburgh Airport win for ABM
New contract for the facilities services provider builds on an established presence in the sector.
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Sodexo partners for employment opportunities
Innovative project providing skills-based training to prisoners to support future roles in the construction industry.
Servo Group plans growth
Appointment of new MD underscores ambitions in the rail and infrastructure sector.
Cardo extends service offer with buy
Property maintenance group acquires assets from company in administration.
OCS delivers future-proofed energy centre
Design and build delivers new centre that utilises waste heat, a solar array, ambient and district heating networks.
Sodexo renews Cyprus partnership
Government business to provide services at six UK military bases across the island.
ISS healthcare contract extended
Eleven-year contract signed with West Middlesex University Hospital.
Mitie reports record revenue for FY25
Trading update notes continued good momentum in Q4, contributing to 13% uplift in annual revenue.
New CEO at United Living
Claire Kershaw appointed to top job at United Living Property Services.
New role for Bob Taylor at OCS
Taylor named managing director, public sector FM.
andwis adds security firm to group
Investor-backed technical services group has acquired Custom Intelligent Security.
Harmony Fire appointed on RBKC framework
Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea confirms place on £25m fire safety works framework.
Universities face up to managing maintenance
New research spotlights the UK’s leading universities for building repair and remediation works.
Mitie unveils new corporate vision
Focus is on the future of high-performing places and centred on ‘Better Places; Thriving Communities’.
Equans completes sustainability upgrades in Leeds
Project involved major infrastructure upgrades at University of Leeds and Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
Company of Cooks extends RCP partnership
Caterer to stay on at Royal College of Physicians for further three years.
Ambulance calls Artic
New hard services contract at London Ambulance Service NHS Trust.
Senior appointments at Vertas
Group adds strength in catering & FM and in HR.
MARCH completes rebrand
Former Edwin James Group extends new branding to Motivair subsidiary.
Totalmobile partners to extend services
Collaboration will drive efficiencies, enhance resource management and deliver improved outcomes.
Novus mobilises second Anchor contract
Maintenance contractor begins operations in the Northwest following launch in the Southwest.
Senior appointment at Elior UK
Ian Miller has joined the leadership team as chief commercial and procurement officer.
Orbis acquires Panthera Group
Construction sector security and site set-up business expands the service offering.
New Master at Worshipful Company of Environmental Cleaners
Darren Marston was officially installed earlier this month.
OCS in Midland Metro win
New contract covers the full Metro tram network.
New capital projects lead at ISS
Colin Hamilton appointed to newly-created role of managing director, capital projects at ISS UK & Ireland.
CBRE names Denis McGowan to top GWS role
McGowan now executive managing director for the financial & professional services sector in EMEA and APAC.
Fifth acquisition for Contollo
The investor-backed group has added KAM Project Consultants to the fold.
Equans moves ahead on decarbonisation
Major decarbonisation programme underway in Hertfordshire.
Chiltern Railways renews Amulet contract
Churchill security business reappointed following competitive tender.
Doncaster extends Suez contract
Waste and recycling deal extended to March 2028.
Apleona appoints CTO to executive board
FM group consolidates tech responsibility at board level.
Eagle named chair of BESA technical committee
Dalkia UK technical director to lead key industry association committee.
Mixed messages on hybrid working
Majority of businesses see hybrid working benefits; yet many also want more time in the office.
Senior appointment at Sodexo
Laura Walker appointed as growth director for Sodexo UK & Ireland’s Corporate Services and Energy & Resources business.
Senior appointments at Anabas
Luke Morris is promoted and Darren Kent joins the specialist FM business.
JLL partners with ServiceNow
New collaboration bridges the gap between real estate and IT services for improved workplace management, firm says.
Q3 launches FM on Demand
Subscription-based service is designed to simplify compliance, risk management and operations.
SBFM programme scoops business award
Evolve tops Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Programme category at the 2025 Best Business Awards.
Sodexo confirms growth and revised targets
H1 FY25 organic revenue growth of 3.5%; more cautious view on full year.
Ground Control unveils three-year growth plan
Grounds company also announces senior management changes.
SBTi net zero standard out for consultation
The go-to organisation for confirmation of targets is consulting on a draft revised corporate standard.
Human-Centric Workplace consultancy launches
Two leaders in the field come together to focus on transforming for the better.
Graham appointed in Solihull
Council builds on existing relationship with hard services deal.
Demand grows for sustainable office fit-outs
Flight to quality paralleled by interests in energy efficiency and sustainability.
Arun District Council renews Biffa contract
Council cites tender’s ‘significant assurance and solid proposals’.
Chamberlaine scoops Sustainability Collaboration Award
Recognition highlights 'innovative ideas revolutionising the cleaning industry’.
CIBSE launches Building for the Future campaign
Ambitious initiative aims to create a lasting legacy for the building services engineering profession.
ISS extends Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield contract
New three-year agreement covers major London shopping centres.
Shopping village contract for Bidvest Noonan
FM company appointed to provide cleaning services for Kildare Village.
Compliance and safety top FM priorities list
But research finds barriers, especially budget constraints, slowing improvement.
ABM champions junior engineers
Engagement programme relaunches to help improve social mobility, foster talent and support growth.
GAME appointed in Manchester
Security services contract at Deansgate Square won by local FM company.
Eurest and 14forty launch new hospitality brands
‘Table’ and ‘Fresh’ designed to keep workplace teams energised.
Cleanology launches new brand
Launch marks last stage of a nine-month project consulting with customers, suppliers, staff and stakeholders.
New HR director for Sodexo UK & Ireland
Sodexo veteran Bill Buchan takes on new and expanded role.
Mears reappointed in Thanet
District Council extends a 27-year partnership.
BWA in three-way strategic alliance
FM and property consultancy firms BWA (Europe), BWA Middle East and In-Touch Advisory sign collaboration agreement.
Axil welcomes new investor
Private equity investor takes majority stake in the waste management specialist.
Simpler Recycling changes take effect
Businesses should be in compliance with new requirements now.
Mears reappointed in Dover
Dover District Council renews repairs and maintenance contract.
Senior appointment at Cloudfm
Group operations director Katie Harvey joins executive board.
Birmingham stadium contract for Elior
Caterer appointed by the City Council for services at Alexander Stadium.
Co-op win for Lancer Scott
Lancer Scott Facilities Management reappointed on hard services deal.
Mears reappointed in Folkestone & Hythe
Folkestone & Hythe District Council extends contract for repairs and maintenance services.
Planon named FM leader
Market research firm rates technology company amongst leaders in facilities management applications.
Westminster contract for Polyteck
City Council awards four-year hard services contract.
Net zero: Sodexo reveals benefit of supply chain engagement
Engagement strategy produces 31.8% cut in supply chain GHG emissions.
Report highlights performance of green properties
Data shows energy-efficient commercial property shows stronger capital growth and total returns.
Building services: growth remains flat
The latest quarterly sector survey shows key obstacle is shortage of skilled personnel.
Amulet stays on board with c2c
Rail operator extends partnership with the security services provider.
Grazing strengthens leadership team
Delivered-in office catering specialist has recruited two new members to its senior team.
Guinness Partnership renews framework
Harmony Fire secures two-year fire service and maintenance renewal.
17% cost rise expected over next five years
Building maintenance costs are set to rise nearly a fifth by Q4 2029.
Pareto shortlisted for Socially Responsible Business award
FM company one of eight vying for top recognition in British Business Awards 2025.
Equans in multi-site win
New contract covers repairs and maintenance services for 420 locations across England.
Sodexo reports modest first-half growth
Revenue up in all regions for the first six months of FY25.
New MD for Praxis FM
Andrew Lunt appointed at property group’s facilities management business.
Morag Freathy named sustainability Business Leader of the Year
Freathy, CEO of Compass Group UK&I’s Business & Industry division, came top of the category at the edie Awards.
Workplace Futures 2025: white paper available now
February’s FM conference tackled a growing talking point for the industry – artificial intelligence.
Vertas in Nottingham joint venture win
Nottinghamshire County Council partners for delivery of catering and facilities management services.
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Sodexo recognised for social impact commitment
UK & Ireland business awarded the Ambassador Charter Mark Award by the Social Recruitment Advocacy Group.
BSRIA updates compliance guidance
New guide supersedes BG 80/2023 Statutory Compliance Inspection Checklist.
SBFM’s Matt Chapman named CEO of the Year
Chapman recognised at the 2025 Business Leader Awards with Business Awards UK.
Abbey Road gig for Lexington
Lexington Catering has been appointed as the exclusive provider for London's Abbey Road Studios.
SSE plays on at The Oval
Surrey County Cricket Club has extended its deal with SSE Energy Solutions.
Employers still grappling with Covid work changes
Five years after the first lockdown, many employers are still adapting to the after-effects of Covid-19.
Gaming out the future of the office
Furniture rental model underpins dynamic and agile work environment.
OCS in Dunelm win
Renewal of the existing contract covers 184 stores across the UK.
New MD at Atlas Workplace Services
Karen O’Neill appointed managing director as part of growth-focused plans.
Senior appointment at Elior UK
Charlotte Wright promoted to director of corporate social responsibility and food strategy.
BCIS reports tender prices rise by 0.5%
Increase seen between Q4 2024 and Q1 2025, according to the Building Cost Information Service.
NHSPS unveils new green plan
Comprehensive three-year strategy aimed at reducing the environmental impact of NHS facilities.
14forty strengthens senior team
Tom Mitchell appointed as strategic partnership director.
Responsive repairs win for United Living
United Living Property Services appointed by Sovereign Network Group.
Cleaning and related industries up 10% in value
Latest figures show UK cleaning, hygiene and waste industry valued at nearly £66.9bn.
First acquisition of the year for Ranger
Ranger Fire and Security adds McGoff & Vickers Fire & Security Systems to the group.
Product director appointment for SBFM
Soft service specialist names Mark Fenn to key technology role.
Sodexo on track to halve food waste
Announcement that the 50% cut goal will be met this year marks Food Waste Action Week.
Bidvest Noonan unveils new cleaning technology
Company introduces new range of specialist cleaning technology for its customers.
OCS company raises funds for ‘giveback’ programme
Over $10,000 raised by Angel Hill Food Co’s Groundhouse Coffee to benefit Honduras suppliers.
BaxterStorey bolsters sales team
Two senior appointments aim to build on last year’s strong sales performance.
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Levy UK+I names new director of decarbonisation
Dr Vincent Walsh joins the Compass sports and hospitality catering business.
SIA opens consultation on licensing criteria
Proposals will toughen criminality criteria for licence applications.
Sustainable procurement platform scoops award
Action Sustainability initiative takes 2024 Leadership Award.
Sodexo celebrates two Women to Watch
Lynsey O’Keefe and Rayna Miller feature on 2025 industry list.
PE firms planning to boost investment
Over two-thirds of private equity firms expect to increase their investment levels this year.
Suez extends longstanding relationship
Recycling and recovery company has worked with Stockton-on-Tees and Middlesbrough for almost 25 years.
Compass venture achieves a social value industry-first
Compass One has achieved Level One of the Social Value Management Certificate.
Aston Villa extends Levy contract
10-year extension for the Compass sports and entertainment catering business.
Energy consultancy continues move into FM
Simple Energy Matters Group has acquired a second hard services business.
Amey expands sustainability capabilities
New suite of services designed to help clients meet sustainability ambitions and reduce costs.
ABM partners for menopause support
New partnership with Henpicked focuses on support in the workplace.
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