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Entries for the European Cleaning & Hygiene Awards 2025 - the only pan-European awards for the professional cleaning sector - close on April 30th. So don't delay - now is the time to submit your entries!

2025 marks the eighth edition of the event founded and organised by European Cleaning Journal. Once again cleaning professionals from throughout Europe are invited to submit their nominations for a chance to be recognised for their outstanding contributions to the industry.

And this year there are two new categories - International Expansion and Best Company to Work For.

The International Expansion category will recognise businesses that have successfully grown their geographical footprint over the past year, highlighting their strategies for market entry, local adaptation and sustained growth in global markets.

The Best Company to Work For award will celebrate organisations that excel in fostering outstanding workplace cultures and employee experience.

In addition to the two new categories the Best Use of Smart Solutions award has been renamed to Digital Transformation, recognising the businesses that have successfully leveraged technology to revolutionise their operations, enhance customer experience and drive innovation.

The Sustainability - Best Practice award will once again be split to reward both service providers and manufacturers.

Here is a list of the 2025 categories:

• International Expansion
• Digital Transformation (formerly Best Use of Smart Solutions)
• Investment in Training and People Development
• Excellence in Client/Contractor Partnerships
• Sustainability - Best Practice (Service Provider)
• Sustainability - Best Practice (Manufacturer)
• Commitment to Diversity in the Workforce
• Best Initiative Raising the Profile of the Cleaning Sector
• Technological Innovation of the Year
• Leader of the Year
• Rising Star Award
• Best Company to Work For (new for 2025)

The awards ceremony and dinner promises to be another night to remember, set against the stunning backdrop of the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh.

ECJ editor and founder of the awards Michelle Marshall said: "Over the coming weeks and months, we want to hear all about your success stories from the past year. From product innovations, sustainability commitments and client partnerships to championing diversity and career progression, it's your time to share your biggest achievements with our judges.

"Every year we are so impressed by the quality of entries from across Europe and we cannot wait to read through all the 2025 nominations. If you have a story to tell, please do get involved."

All entries are to be submitted via the European Cleaning & Hygiene Awards website: www.echawards.com/enter

Entries are free of charge.

Stay up to date with all the latest news by visiting the official awards website at www.echawards.com and follow the awards on social media. Join the conversation on X (formerly Twitter) using the hashtag #ECHA2025, or follow European Cleaning Journal's LinkedIn page for updates, tips, and more.