Stay Informed on Corporate Sustainability

Author: Facilities Management Awards

As facilities management faces a seismic shift, 2025 brings unprecedented opportunities and challenges. Regulatory transformations like the Fire Safety Act and Building Safety Act are rewriting the rulebook, pushing compliance and safety to center stage. Meanwhile, the race to net-zero is accelerating, demanding sustainable practices to reduce carbon emissions in the built environment, which accounts for 40% of global emissions.

Author: Facilities Management Awards

The facilities management (FM) sector in the UK and Ireland is experiencing a pivotal moment in its evolution, one that promises to redefine how buildings are maintained, optimized, and managed.

Author: Facilities Management Awards

The UK and Irish facilities management sector is at a crossroads. Microsoft’s $80 billion cloud investment signals a need for smart tech integration to create efficient, future-proof workplaces. As employee wellbeing becomes a priority, transforming workspaces to support health and productivity is essential. With 2025 on the horizon, accessibility must also be a key focus, moving beyond compliance to truly inclusive environments. Facilities managers are no longer just maintainers—they’re the architects of tomorrow’s workplace. The question is: are we ready to lead this transformation?

Author: Facilities Management Awards

As we approach the Facilities Management Awards 2025, we take a moment to highlight the exceptional achievements of Sensori FM, whose team at Astellas has secured three prestigious awards.

Author: Facilities Management Awards

As we continue to prepare for the Facilities Management Awards 2025, we’re excited to present Part 2 of our esteemed panel of judges.

Author: Facilities Management Awards

As we gear up for the Facilities Management Awards 2025, we’re excited to introduce the first group of our esteemed award judges.

Author: Facilities Management Awards

GPE is driving this shift, aiming to make 40% of its portfolio flexible, with standout spaces like SIX redefining the office experience. From top-tier Wi-Fi to yoga studios, these Fully Managed buildings handle the day-to-day, so you can focus on success.

Author: Facilities Management Awards

Facilities management is on the brink of transformative change, from AI-driven systems to modular data centres and energy-efficient strategies. Expect predictive maintenance, hybrid work adaptations, smarter energy use, and a surge in EV charging infrastructure. As tech and sustainability dominate, specialized training and leaner FM teams must prove their worth.

Author: Facilities Management Awards

The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) has partnered with Constellation NewEnergy on an $840M, 10-year contract to deliver over 10 million megawatt hours of emissions-free nuclear energy to 80 federal facilities. This agreement locks in fixed electricity costs, ensuring budget stability while advancing federal sustainability goals.

Author: Facilities Management Awards

In Northampton, a controversial property conversion at 105 Lea Road has sparked debate over its classification as "serviced accommodation" rather than an HMO, skirting regulations that cap HMOs in the area. With council officials warning about unbalanced communities, parking woes, and disrupted residential amenities, stakeholders in facilities management are left questioning how such developments align with sustainability goals.