Nominations now open for the 2025 Cleaning Excellence Awards

The Cleaning Excellence Awards are the ultimate celebration of innovation, impact, and professional standards across the sector. From pioneering sustainability initiatives to remarkable customer service and groundbreaking technologies, the awards showcase the very best in the business.

Hosted by Western Business Media and supported by key industry bodies including The British Institute of Cleaning Science (BICSc), British Pest Control Association (BPCA) and The Worshipful Company of Environmental Cleaners (WCEC), the event will be one of the most prestigious on the cleaning industry calendar.

Chris Shaw, editor of Cleaning Matters - the official media partner of the awards - emphasised the importance of industry participation: “These awards aren’t just about winning, they’re about recognising the people and innovations that are driving our industry forward.

"Submitting a nomination is a powerful way to showcase your contribution, gain national recognition, and inspire others across the cleaning and hygiene community.”

All nominations will be judged by a highly-respected respected panel of experts drawn from across the sector. Finalists will be recognised for their outstanding commitment to raising standards and making a lasting impact.

“If you’ve delivered excellence, now’s the time to shine,” added Shaw. “We encourage everyone in the industry - from individuals and rising stars to major contractors and product innovators - to submit their entries and share their achievements. This is your opportunity to be recognised on a national stage.”

Award Categories Include:

• Best Use of Data and Analytics in Cleaning
• Catering and Hospitality Hygiene
• Cleaning and Hygiene Team of the Year
• Contract Cleaning Award
• Excellence in Training and Development
• Facility Management Partnership of the Year
• Going Above and Beyond Expectations
• Healthcare Hygiene
• Innovative Product of the Year
• Outstanding Achievement in Infection Prevention and Control
• Outstanding Customer Service
• Rising Star in the Cleaning Industry
• Supervisor of the Year
• Sustainable Company of the Year
• The Lifetime Achievement Award

A night to celebrate the industry’s finest

The gala evening on 3 December will feature a drinks reception, three-course dinner, entertainment from a top comedian and magician, and the awards presentation. The celebrations will continue into the night with an after-party featuring a live band, dancefloor, photobooth, and fun-money casino tables - ensuring finalists and guests enjoy a truly memorable experience.

Western Business Media invites businesses, professionals, and organisations from across the cleaning and hygiene sector to submit their nominations and join the celebration.

“The Cleaning Excellence Awards represent the very best of our sector - its passion, resilience, and ingenuity,” concluded Chris Shaw. “Don’t miss this chance to be recognised. Get your entry in today.”

For more information and to submit your nomination, visit: https://cleaningexcellenceawards.com/