Author: Simon Carter

The British Institute of Facilities Management has published new guidance on the buying process for goods or services that support facilities management delivery. http://www.fm-world.co.uk/news/bifm-issues-new-guidance-on-facilities-management-procurement/ News from FM World

Mitie Group plc has made two new senior appointments. http://www.fm-world.co.uk/news/mitie-brings-in-new-blood-with-two-key-posts/ News from FM World

The BIFM Academy has launched its first online training course, ‘Introduction to Facilities Management’, designed to help those who are just moving into or embarking on their first management role in facilities management to acquire much-needed knowledge and skills. http://www.fm-world.co.uk/news/bifm-launches-new-online-introduction-to-facilities-management-course/ News from FM World

The average cost of flexible office space in the UK per person per month is between £200 and £1,400, depending on location and amenities. http://www.fm-world.co.uk/news/instant-survey-uncovers-hidden-costs-of-leasing-conventional-office-space/ News from FM World

Global real estate adviser CBRE has been appointed by Phoenix Group to provide total facilities management (FM) in a five-year contract. http://www.fm-world.co.uk/news/cbre-rises-to-phoenix-groups-tfm-five-year-deal/ News from FM World

Carillion’s board has announced the disposal of the group’s 66.67 per cent shareholding in Ask Real Estate Limited (AREL) for £13.8 million. http://www.fm-world.co.uk/news/carillion-sells-its-shares-in-ask-real-estate-for-138m/ News from FM World

Leisure centres could fall into a state of disrepair and even be forced to close without urgent new investment from government, councils have warned. http://www.fm-world.co.uk/news/leisure-centres-could-be-forced-to-close-without-government-spending/ News from FM World

Support services company Sodexo has launched an integrated facilities management offer for UK state schools. http://www.fm-world.co.uk/news/schools-by-sodexo-starts-new-pupil-dining-service/ News from FM World

The British Institute of Facilities Management (BIFM) has announced the appointment of Jacqueline Balian as commercial director. http://www.fm-world.co.uk/news/bifm-strengthens-core-team-with-new-commercial-director/ News from FM World

Sustainability consultancy and contract management partner, Helistrat, has renewed its contract with discount retailer Poundland. http://www.fm-world.co.uk/news/helistrat-renews-poundland-contract/ News from FM World