INDUSTRY INSIGHT WWW.CHTMAG.COM NEWS CONSUMER CONCERNS BOOSTING GREEN HOME CLEANING PRODUCT SALES European sales of green home cleaning products are growing at a healthy rate, with sales predicted to reach EUR 0.5 billion in a few years, according to the first-ever report on the European market for green home cleaning products, covering laundry products, floor & surface cleaners, washing-up liquids & powders and related products. Findings from the study carried out by Organic Monitor revealed that Germany, the UK, and Italy have the fastest growing markets in Europe, with green home cleaning product sales increasing by double-digits in these countries. Consumer concerns about the health and environmental impacts of cleaning products are driving market growth. Widening availability is another driver, with distribution of green products increasing in supermarkets, hypermarkets and pharmacies. The report also highlights that although consumer interest in green home cleaning products is rising, the adoption rate of certification schemes is very low in Europe. As will be shown at the upcoming Sustainable Cleaning Products Summit, less than one per cent of all cleaning products are certified according to Ecogarantie, Ecocert and related standards. In comparison, the market share of certified (natural & organic) cosmetics and (organic) foods are three per cent. The number of green labelling schemes for cleaning products is growing, however there is little harmonisation between standards. Organic Monitor predicts the European market to continue to show healthy growth. Rising consumer awareness of green cleaning products and expanding distribution are expected to drive market growth. A major challenge however is greenwashing, with a growing number of conventional brands making green marketing claims. Market winners are expected to be brands that can successfully differentiate their products in a competitive marketplace. The key findings of the report will be presented at the Sustainable Cleaning Products Summit, being held 20-21 October 2015 in Paris. 4 OCTOBER 2015 CLEANING HYGIENE TODAY RPS PRESCRIBES EMPRISE WITH CLEANING AND WASTE DEAL THOMANN-HANRY CLEANS UP THE BANK OF ENGLAND International stone cleaning and restoration specialist, Thomann- Hanry has completed a substantial clean to the Bank of England’s exterior. The project which began in February this year, saw Thomann- Hanry use a unique system which is ideal for historic buildings known as ‘façade gommage’ and does not require the use of scaffolding. Specialist cleaning operatives work from a vacuum cabin attached to an arm mounted on a specially adapted truck. Ultrafine powder is projected under low pressure onto the façade and removes accumulated pollution deposits without affecting the masonry beneath. No water or chemicals are used in the process. All dirt and spent powder is captured within the cabin and removed for recycling. Thomann-Hanry also undertook required stone restoration and leadwork repairs as part of the re-vamp. All work took place over weekends to minimise disruption during the working week. ASBESTOS GUIDANCE NOTE PROVIDES SUPPORT TO FACILITY AND ESTATE MANAGERS UK asbestos removal contractors The law requires that clients, make suitable association, ARCA has published a arrangements for managing a project, and maintain Guidance Note to support clients (facility, and review these arrangements throughout the construction and estate managers project to ensure health and safety risks are managed and architects) to meet their legal appropriately. requirements when appointing asbestos The Guidance Note references clients’ legal duties, including those under the Construction (Design and contractors, so it is dealt with in a Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015) and the controlled and safe manner. Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974. The Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS), the professional membership body for pharmacists and pharmacy in Great Britain, has appointed support services provider, Emprise Services plc to manage its cleaning and waste management services in a threeyear deal. The contract will see Emprise provide daily and periodic cleaning, washroom services, consumables and waste services at RPS’ new head office at 66 East Smithfield, London. Dr Michael Bonne, corporate services lead, RPS, said: “Emprise really stood out in the tender process. They were very professional and were able to demonstrate that they could deliver the services and support we were looking for.” Matt Kuwertz, Emprise’ sales and marketing director, added: “Emprise was chosen for this contract because of our innovative proposal and excellent track record in managing prestige cleaning contracts nationwide. “The corporate cleaning market needs to be able to differentiate suppliers by more than just price alone and we feel that our solutions give clients the ability to make an easy choice when selecting service partners. We look forward to a long-term partnership with RPS and working with their facilities management team.”
Cleaning Hygiene Today October 2015
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