Stay Informed on Corporate Sustainability

Author: Archie Villaflores

Facilities management is evolving at pace, with strategic leadership and innovation increasingly defining operational success. Organisations that combine expertise, technology, and collaboration are setting new benchmarks across the sector. Our first story ‘Facilities Management Leader Tim Hysom joins Facilities Management Awards 2026 Judging Panel’ reflects how recognising industry experience and insight can shape high standards in evaluating excellence. His extensive background in operations and leadership brings practical perspective to the judging process. Moreover, ‘SK tes opens Shannon facility to advance Irish facilities management’ demonstrates the growing impact of modern facilities on operational efficiency and workplace effectiveness. Expanding capacity and capabilities, this facility exemplifies how investment in infrastructure drives measurable sector outcomes. Meanwhile, ‘TEAM Facilities forms strategic alliance with Knight Facilities Management’ highlights the increasing importance of collaboration and strategic partnerships. By joining forces, both organisations position themselves to deliver enhanced services and stronger client outcomes across facilities operations. Looking ahead, these developments illustrate the sector’s trajectory towards integrated, agile, and high-performing facilities management. Leadership, innovation, and partnerships will continue to define the benchmarks of success for years to come.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Tim Hysom, operations director at Anabas, joins the judging panel of the Facilities Management Awards 2026, bringing over 30 years of experience in strategic operations, service-led FM delivery, and award-winning client partnerships across the UK.

Author: PR Newswire

Los Angeles-based private equity firm Inspirit Equity has acquired US facilities management specialist Sizemore, Inc., which provides janitorial, security, and staffing services. The investment aims to strengthen operations, expand service capabilities, and drive growth.

Author: EIN Newswire

Michigan-based TEAM Facilities has formed a strategic alliance with global FM leader Knight Facilities Management (KFM). The partnership expands service capabilities across the US and Canada while maintaining TEAM’s client-focused, local FM approach.

Author: TWinFM

Ranger Fire and Security, backed by Hyperion Equity Partners, has acquired Dorset-based Partnership Fire and Security, expanding its footprint across the UK and Ireland. The deal strengthens capabilities in alarm installation, monitoring, and 24-hour FM services.

Author: Facilities Management Journal

Dalkia UK, part of the EDF Group, has secured a three-year facilities management contract with Fujitsu across five UK data centres and 15 corporate offices in the UK and Ireland. The contract covers M&E, building fabric, and energy solutions.

Author: Clare Echo

SK tes, a global IT asset disposition and lifecycle management firm, has launched a purpose-built facility in Shannon, Ireland. The site supports enterprise ITAD, sustainability, and circular economy initiatives while creating local jobs and innovation opportunities.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Facilities management is increasingly defined by foresight, accountability and the ability to translate strategy into consistent performance. This edition reflects a considered editorial approach that brings together leadership, growth and sustainability as signals of a sector moving with confidence rather than haste. Anticipating this year’s excellence, ‘Sustainability Leader John Cunniffe joins Facilities Management Awards 2026 Judging Panel’ highlights the importance of experienced, values-led judgement in setting credible industry benchmarks. The focus reinforces how governance and expertise continue to shape expectations as facilities management evolves in scale and responsibility. Organisational clarity is central to ‘Pareto FM strengthens leadership and repositions brand for facilities management growth.’ The story reflects a wider trend towards deliberate leadership structures that support resilience, market confidence and sustainable expansion. Environmental responsibility is also addressed through ‘Mesa County continues electronic waste recycling with IT Refresh.’ It signals how operational decisions increasingly align with broader expectations around stewardship, efficiency and long-term value. Taken together, this edition presents a facilities management sector guided by measured leadership and purposeful action. The stories encourage readers to view progress as the result of thoughtful choices that balance performance, responsibility and ambition.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

John Cunniffe, director of G4S FM Ireland, joins the judging panel of the Facilities Management Awards 2026, bringing extensive expertise in environmental sustainability, energy management, and innovative facility management practices across Ireland and internationally.

Author: MESA COUNTY

Mesa County extends IT Refresh contract to maintain electronic waste recycling at its Hazardous Waste Collection Facility. The move ensures compliance with state regulations and supports safe, sustainable waste management across public and commercial facilities.