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With COVID-19 restrictions set to end on July 19, more than half (52%) of British people currently working from home say they are ready to return to the office, but more than a third (35%) are still concerned their offices aren’t COVID secure, according to new research from Mitie *.

Mitie, the UK’s leading facilities management company, has launched its 2021 Social Value Report.

Mitie Communities has worked with Essex County Council to manage the installation of roof mounted solar panels at 15 schools across the county.

Mitie has won a new seven and a half-year contract to deliver services for Lister Hospital and Hertford County Hospital, two of East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust’s hospitals.

Mitie has won a new one-year contract to manage 175 Regional and Local Coronavirus Test Sites and 105 Mobile Testing Units (MTUs) across England, Scotland and Wales following a competitive retender.

Mitie has joined forces with the University of Cambridge’s Institute of Criminology, one of the world’s leading institutes in criminology, in a pioneering partnership to undertake research into retail crime, including theft and violence against shopworkers.

According to new research from Mitie, over two thirds (70%) of people who have served in the military and moved into facilities management reported that FM roles were a good match for the skills they developed in the forces, while more than three quarters (77%) said they would recommend the sector to other armed forces leavers.

From growing the crops and feeding the cattle through to packaging, transporting and throwing away waste, food-related emissions are estimated to account for over one third of the world’s greenhouse emissions.

Mitie has won a new seven-year contract to deliver maintenance services on the Future Defence Infrastructure Services (FDIS) programme for sites across Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Mitie has announced today that Lorraine Davis has been appointed as Director of Cleaning Services.

Mitie has extended its 13-year partnership with the Scottish Government with a new seven-year facilities management contract.

Mitie has published a retail crime white paper in partnership with Crimestoppers, identifying the post-lockdown landscape for crime in the sector

Mitie has won four contracts, two to deliver facilities management and two to provide catering services for Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust and Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust.

Mitie has won a new three-year contract to deliver security services for Associated British Ports (ABP), the UK’s leading ports group.

Mitie is supporting the ‘No Mow May’ campaign which promotes biodiversity by postponing some of the lawn mowing for one month.

Co-op is the first major supermarket to see Security Officers equipped with a new forensic spray designed to deter attacks on frontline shopworkers and curb rising levels of violent crime.

Mitie has welcomed its first large van with the arrival of a Vauxhall Vivaro-e. Taking Mitie past the landmark of 1,000 electric vehicles (EV), this is the first of 655 Vivaro-e vans currently on order to be delivered by the end of the year.

With the easing of lockdown restrictions and colleagues considering their return to the workplace, businesses must adapt their premises to recover quickly, according to Mitie’s new guide – Bouncing Back: Building the future workplace.

Mitie has strengthened its twelve-year relationship with North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust with a new five-year contract to deliver facilities management and catering services for all of the Trust’s hospitals.

Mitie, one of the UK’s leading facilities, carbon management and professional services companies, has been named as a supplier on the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) agreement for COVID community testing sites.

Colleagues from Mitie’s cleaning team based at Heathrow’s Terminal 5 will be featured in an upcoming episode of the ITV documentary series, Heathrow: Britain’s Busiest Airport.

Mitie has expanded its partnership with Birmingham Airport with a new three-year contract to provide baggage screening and passenger assistance services.

Mitie has launched a new air disinfection service, in partnership with Luxibel, using ultraviolet (UV) light to help eradicate bacteria, viruses, funghi and mould from indoor air.

Mitie has become a member of the Aldersgate Group, an alliance of leaders from business, politics and civil society aimed at driving action for a sustainable economy.

Mitie is marking the first anniversary of Plan Zero – its commitment to reach net zero operational carbon emissions by 2025 – by setting a series of new sustainability pledges for 2021.

Mitie has launched its new Technical Services Apprenticeship Programme, aimed at attracting and developing the next generation of engineers and ensuring it has the talent and expertise to continue supporting its customers for years to come.

The UK’s first zero emission gritting service for commercial use, using an electric gritter and sustainable white marine salt, has launched in Nottingham City.

Mitie has been appointed as a preferred supplier on the new Net Zero Carbon Delivery framework, created by ETL.

Mitie Ireland has been awarded the Irish Business and Employers Confederation (IBEC) KeepWell Mark, becoming the first facilities management business to receive the certification.

Mitie has received the top score from Sustainalytics, one of the leading global environment, social and governance (ESG) ratings agencies.

Mitie has been named a Top UK Employer by the Top Employer Institute, marking the third year in a row that it has been recognised as one of the UK’s leading employers.

Mitie Security has teamed up with the independent charity Crimestoppers in an innovative new partnership to help keep communities and businesses safe from crime and wrongdoing across the UK.

Mitie, one of the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services companies, has been named as a supplier on the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) agreement for Building Cleaning Services.

Mitie has successfully won a competitive retender maintenance and engineering contract with Cornerstone.

Mitie has been awarded an ‘A-’ Climate Change score by CDP, one of the world’s leading environment, social and governance (ESG) ratings agencies.

Mitie has been named ‘Private Sector Fleet of the Year (Medium to Large)’ at this year’s Green Fleet Awards.

Mitie has been ranked 10th in the list of Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers, marking the third year it has been recognised as one of the UK’s most inclusive employers.

Today, 1 December, is a landmark for the Facilities Management industry as Mitie and Interserve Facilities Management combine forces.

Mitie, one of the UK’s leading facilities, carbon management, and professional services companies, has been named as a supplier on two additional Crown Commercial Service (CCS) agreements.

Mitie has been awarded a new integrated facilities management (IFM) contract with Magnox Ltd, which manages one of the largest nuclear reactor decommissioning programmes in Europe.

Mitie has launched the Plan Zero Playbook, a step-by-step guide to reaching net zero carbon emissions

Mitie has won a new three-year contract to provide maintenance and security services for Bravissimo, the lingerie and swimwear retailer.

Mitie has been certified through the Procurement Excellence Programme by the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS).

Mitie has won the “Big Data/IoT Project of the Year” category of the Digital Technology Leaders Award for its Mozaic analytics portal. This new award is Mitie’s fifth IT recognition in just four months, consolidating Mitie’s sector leading position in technology-enabled facilities management.

Mitie has been crowned ‘Green Fleet of the Year’ at the Business Car Awards 2020, during a virtual ceremony held on 22 October 2020.

Mitie, the leading facilities management and professional services company, has launched its 2020 Social Value Report, setting new industry-leading targets for the business over the next five years.

Mitie has achieved a landmark moment in its electric vehicle (EV) strategy, having passed its target of switching 20% of its cars and small vans to electric.

Mitie has today announced that it has supported Vodafone UK in reducing its carbon footprint, saving 100 gigawatt hours (GWh) of energy, equivalent to 25,000 tonnes of CO2, in just three years.

A new survey undertaken by Mitie, the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company, revealed that the move to electric vehicles (EVs) has been well received by employees, with 91% of Mitie’s EV drivers saying they’re glad they switched.

Mitie’s frontline heroes have been working tirelessly to keep the UK running during the pandemic – cleaning supermarkets and hospitals; setting-up drive-in test centres and Nightingale Hospitals; and maintaining production lines in pharmaceutical plants. As a thank you for their efforts, Mitie has awarded an extra day of holiday to more than 25,000 frontline non-management colleagues to enable them to take some additional time out to rest and recuperate.

Mitie has been awarded a £6 million contract to provide facilities management for the Yorkshire Ambulance Service NHS Trust (YAS).

Mitie Group plc has today announced that Cijo Joseph, Chief Technology and Information Officer, will join Mitie’s Executive Leadership Team, reporting directly to CEO Phil Bentley.

Mitie Care & Custody has been awarded a new contract by Merseyside Police, NHS England and NHS Improvement to provide an integrated Liaison, Diversion and Healthcare service in Merseyside.

Mitie’s sustainability credentials have been recognised once again, as it has maintained its position in the FTSE4Good Index Series, following the June 2020 index review.

Mitie has launched a Plan Zero City Landscaping Service designed to deliver sustainable services for customers with net zero carbon ambitions, by helping reduce emissions in high-pollution areas such as cities and urban environments.

Mitie Security, the UK’s largest intelligence-led security business, has launched a new “Global Security Operations” service. The service brings together Mitie Security’s entire suite of industry-leading technology solutions offering a tech-smart and seamless way for businesses to keep their premises, people and customers safe and secure.

Mitie has been named a recipient of the Gold Award on the Ministry of Defence’s Employer Recognition Scheme, demonstrating its strong commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community.

Mitie Group plc has today announced that Karen Thomas-Bland will take up a newly created role as Programme Integration Director for Mitie’s merger with Interserve’s Facilities Management division. Karen will join Mitie’s Executive Leadership Team reporting directly to CEO Phil Bentley.

Mitie, the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company, is continuing its support for Britain’s fight against Coronavirus by taking on the operation of 19 Mobile Testing Units (MTU) across England and Wales.

As businesses across the country seek to set new ways of working, many are re-focusing on their net zero targets and supporting the nation’s green recovery. With transport generating the largest volume of CO2 in the UK, at 34% of the UK’s CO2 emissions*, transitioning to a zero-emission fleet is the obvious place to start.

Mitie, the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company, is building on its support for Britain’s efforts against coronavirus by providing services for a further seven Coronavirus Regional Testing Sites.

Mitie has secured a new integrated facilities management (IFM) contract with Royal London, the UK’s largest mutual life insurance, pensions and investment company. This is the first time Royal London has combined its FM services under one provider with an initial contract for five years, with the option to extend for an additional two years.

Mitie has announced today that Pradyumna Pandit has been appointed to the newly created role of Managing Director of Sustainability and Energy Services. This hire builds on Mitie’s net zero and energy expertise and capabilities, as well as its Plan Zero commitment to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2025.

As the nation prepares to get Britain Back to Business and lockdown restrictions begin to ease, organisations across the UK are considering how they can prepare for a ‘new normal’ way of operating. To support those planning a return to workplaces, Mitie Energy has launched a new Zero Carbon for Zero Cost service to help businesses drive a green recovery, as part of its Plan Zero commitment to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2025.

Mitie has secured a two-year extension on its ten-year partnership with Groupe PSA, Europe’s second largest carmaker and producer of Peugeot, Citroën, DS Automobiles and Vauxhall brands. The contract is worth £5.2m across two years, with the possibility to extend for another two years.

Mitie’s cleaning team at Glasgow Central Station starred in the fifth episode of Inside Central Station, which aired on Sunday 31 May on BBC Scotland.

Mitie has joined The Climate Group’s RE100 initiative, committing to only use 100% renewable electricity across all its sites.

Mitie has created a comprehensive guide ‘Getting Britain Back to Business’ to help companies prepare for a safe and seamless return to workplaces.

Mitie Security has become the first business in the sector to successfully pilot virtual accredited training modules

Mitie is supporting the UK’s fight against the Coronavirus pandemic by providing key services at five COVID-19 test centres in Penrith, Inverness, Bournemouth, Perth and Llandudno.

Mitie Security is helping businesses mitigate against the spread of Coronavirus with the launch of a new suite of fever-screening solutions.

Mitie has signed up to the EP100 commitment.

Mitie has expanded its service offering for BMW Group with a new five-year engineering and energy contract following a competitive tender.

Simon King, Director of Sustainability and Social Mobility, said: “As one of the largest private sector electric vehicle fleets in the UK, it’s gratifying that the Chancellor has heard our calls for improved rapid charge point infrastructure and financial reforms to support the electric car and van market.

Last week (26th February), saw Mitie Security nominated at the Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs).

Mitie has secured a three-year contract to provide security services to the Home Office.

Mitie has launched its new industry-leading ‘Plan Zero’ commitment, pledging that it will reach net zero carbon emissions by 2025.

Mitie has built on its commitment to support the armed forces by launching a new policy for its community of reservists.

Mitie Security has assisted its client, Aon plc, the leading global professional services firm providing a broad range of risk, retirement and health solutions, in achieving the prestigious ‘Secured Environments’ accreditation for Aon’s Global HQ at the Leadenhall Building, London.

The University of Northampton’s Criminal and Corporate Investigation team has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Mitie, the UK’s leading facilities management and intelligence-led security business.

Mitie, the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company, has reached another landmark in its electric vehicle (EV) rollout, having taken delivery of its 250th EV.

As 2020 rings in a new decade, Brits are thinking about their resolutions for the year ahead, with doing more to protect the planet sure to be top of the list for many.

Mitie has been awarded a five-year contract with GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) Manufacturing Supply Chains, the science-led global healthcare company, following a competitive tender.

New research from Mitie has shown that almost half (48%) of Facilities Managers (FMs) are missing out on the benefits of digital transformation by not adopting new technology.

New research from Mitie has shown that almost half (48%) of Facilities Managers (FMs) are missing out on the benefits of digital transformation by not adopting new technology.

New research from Mitie has shown that almost half (48%) of Facilities Managers (FMs) are missing out on the benefits of digital transformation by not adopting new technology.

The Mitie Landscapes team has already kicked-off the festive season with its annual Christmas tree and office decoration service.

Mitie has been awarded a two year contract extension with London City Airport, London’s most central airport.

Mitie has delivered the 100th and 101st electric vehicles (EVs) to join its fleet to two contracts in Edinburgh today.

Mitie has taken the next step in its electric vehicle commitment and officially begun rolling out its first electric vans, with vehicles rolling out on roads across the UK from today.

Mitie’s Document Management business has won a new five-year contract with law firm Addleshaw Goddard.

Mitie has been recognised for its success in reducing the carbon emissions of its fleet, by being awarded Gold Certification by Masternaut.

Mitie has a new sponsorship deal with the Army Rugby Union (ARU) elite teams.

Mitie has won a five-year contract to provide engineering services to NHS Blood & Transplant (NHSBT) following a competitive retender.

Mitie has won a security contract with the Bank of England, following a competitive tender process.

When it comes to their vehicles, helping the planet is the most common reason for drivers wanting to switch to electric according to a new survey of fleet drivers by the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company, Mitie.

Mitie has been recognised for its dedication in supporting the armed forces community by being named as a Silver Award holder on the government’s Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.

Mitie Security has today announced that it has acquired Global Aware International Group (GAIG), a leading provider of niche intelligent software and security solutions.

Mitie’s Care & Custody division has been named as a supplier on the Prison Operator Services (POS) framework.

Mitie is furthering its commitment to veterans, reservists and families of those working in the armed forces, by launching a series of new initiatives focused on supporting these employees and pledging to recruit more individuals from the armed forces community.

Mitie has secured a five-year contract with Fife College, with the option to extend for a further three years.

Mitie has been awarded a five-year multi-service facilities management contract with SIG plc, a leading European supplier of specialist building materials. Under the contract, Mitie will provide engineering, front of house and mail services.

Mitie’s market-leading vetting agency, Procius, has secured a new contract with global hospitality company Delaware North, one of the largest privately held hospitality companies in the world.

Mitie has expanded its relationship with public body Historic Environment Scotland (HES) with a five-year cleaning contract worth £4.4 million.

Mitie, the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company, has signed up to EV100.

Mitie has won a new contract to provide cleaning services across 16 of Cleveland Fire Brigade’s sites, including 14 fire stations plus its fire control room which handles all 999 emergency calls for the area’s firefighting team.

Mitie has today announced that Charles Antelme DSO will take up a newly created role as Head of Defence.

Mitie has secured a new five-year integrated facilities management contract with Toyota Motor Manufacturing UK.

Mitie has won a £150 million long-term contract extension on its multi-service facilities management contract with St George’s University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust following a competitive tender process. Established in 2009, Mitie’s partnership with St George’s has now been extended to 2030.

For the second year running, Mitie has donated its time and services to WMCA to help get the city in the Pride spirit by transforming bus shelters and signs with a rainbow upgrade.

Mitie, the UK’s leading facilities management company, has been named as a supplier on the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Facilities Management frameworks for Security and Defence.

Mitie has won a fourth year of a major contract delivering engineering, landscaping and security services to NHS Property Services.

Mitie‘s Document Management business has been awarded a five-year document management and logistics services contract with The Law Society following a competitive tender process.

Mitie today announces two new appointments in Engineering Services and Integrated Facilities Management (IFM). Kerry Sheehan will become Managing Director of Mobile Engineering and Kath Fontana will fill a new role as Managing Director of Strategic Accounts, Public Sector and Critical Infrastructure.

Mitie has been awarded a five-year contract with Yorkshire Building Society following a competitive tender process.

Mitie will boost sustainability for food wholesaler Bidfood as part of a new five-year contract covering all aspects of waste management.

Mitie has won a five-year contract with specialist distribution and logistics company Connect Group following a competitive tender process.

Mitie has enhanced its maternity benefits to offer more support for new mothers and those returning to work following maternity leave.

Mitie has officially been recognised as a Top Employer UK 2019 becoming the only UK Facilities Management company to be recognised by the Top Employers Institute in 2019.