1066 news releases found, showing page 19 of 107
15 March 2021
- Mitie has expanded its relationship with Birmingham Airport, securing a new three-year baggage screening and passenger assistance contract
- The new contract will see Mitie work closely with Birmingham Airport to ensure it can flexibly support the airport as travel restrictions ease and passengers return to flying
9 March 2021
- Mitie has launched a new air disinfection service using ultraviolet (UV) light to help eradicate harmful bacteria, viruses, fungi and mould
- Partnering with Luxibel, the service uses UVC purification lamps with sleek modern designs, that can be installed either discreetly in air vents and ceiling tiles, or displayed to aid employees’ and customers’ peace of mind
- Air quality can be monitored through real-time remote sensor technology, while UVC detection stickers placed around the site can monitor UVC levels
25 February 2021
- Mitie has joined the Aldersgate Group, the alliance to drive action for a sustainable economy, demonstrating its commitment to fight climate change and help other organisations reach net zero
- The membership will enable Mitie to share its facilities management and sustainability expertise, particularly in areas such as electric vehicles, energy and waste management, with the Aldersgate Group and its members
22 February 2021
- Mitie has marked the first anniversary of Plan Zero with new sustainability pledges for its fleet, energy use and waste in 2021
- Mitie has also committed to setting science-based targets with the science-based targets initiative and has pledged to reach net-zero for its Scope 3 emissions – suppliers, employee commuting and working from home – by 2035
- New sustainable solutions, such as energy saving robot vacuums, will be trialled in Mitie sites in 2021
11 February 2021
- Mitie has launched a new Apprenticeship Programme for its Technical Services business to attract and develop the next generation of talent
- The programme will support 50 new Technical Apprentices in 2021, with 16 having already joined the business
- The apprenticeship programme is part of the Mitie Technical Services Academy, an initiative to offer learning and development opportunities for employees at every stage of their career
9 February 2021
- Mitie Landscapes has launched the UK’s first zero emission gritting service for commercial use, using a 100% electric gritter
- The EV gritter is being trialled in Nottingham to help businesses in the area stay safe in wintry conditions while limiting their impact on the planet
- The launch of the new service builds on Mitie’s electric vehicle commitments, with the EV gritter joining more 900 other EVs already in Mitie’s fleet
5 February 2021
- Mitie has been appointed as a supplier on the new Net Zero Carbon Delivery framework, created by ETL – a subsidiary of Guy’s and St. Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust
- The framework was created to help public sector organisations, including hospitals, schools and research centres, implement zero carbon technologies
- This appointment is part of Mitie’s Plan Zero commitment to use its expertise to help other organisations achieve their own sustainability objectives
1 February 2021
- Mitie Ireland has become the first facilities management company to receive the IBEC KeepWell Mark accreditation, one of the recognised standards for employee wellbeing in Ireland
- The certification recognises Mitie Ireland’s commitment to focus on employee wellbeing and to implement initiatives that have a positive impact on staff
27 January 2021
- Mitie has been awarded the best ranking possible, a ‘negligible risk’ score, by leading ESG rating agency, Sustainalytics
- With a score of 9.8, Mitie is now ranked in the top 2% of businesses globally and first in the Business Support Services industry
- The rating marks the third time in two months that Mitie has been upgraded by an ESG ratings agency
25 January 2021
- Mitie has been named a Top UK Employer for the third year in a row, demonstrating its commitment to being a great place to work
- The certification, from the Top Employer Institute, recognises Mitie’s efforts to support employees, including introducing new benefits for all colleagues and rolling out a leading diversity and inclusion awareness learning programme