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A Tree For Futures Supplies!

Katrin Tree CertificateTaking part in Katrin’s recent tree planting campaign whilst attending Interclean in Amsterdam, we are delighted that Metsa has decided to support a reforestation project in so-called ‘Krattwald’ in Handeloh (North Lower Saxony, Germany). The area is known for its old, overgrown oak trees spreading over approx. 2,000 sqm.

To regenerate and preserve this 150 year old population, young oak and yew trees are going to be planted during peak planting season in fall and we are excited that our tree has been planted!

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Naturally Cradle to Cradle Is Certified Silver

Ecover Cradle2CradleCombining excellent cleaning power with credible sustainable credentials has always been a priority for Futures Supplies when selecting a range of products for our customers.

We  are pleased to bring you a new range of products from Ecover Professional which are Cradle to Cradle Certified at Silver level and are the first professional cleaning products to have received the mark, licensed by the Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute.

This Certification for product manufacturing is a widely recognised positive force for society, economy and the planet and the Standard is a multi-attribute, continuous improvement methodology that provides a path to manufacturing healthy and sustainable products for the world we live in.

Three new highly concentrated products, Multi Daily, Multi Forte and San Daily, are now available from Futures Supplies at www.futures-supplies.co.uk

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Founder of Futures Supplies Steps Up To Become Chief Executive

Following Marc Kemp’s appointment as Managing Director Mandie Kemp, Futures Supplies’ Founder, has taken up the position of Chief Executive.

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Mandie, who has over thirty years’ experience in the Washroom, Cleaning & Janitorial industry, started Futures Supplies from home and a small lock up in 1995. The company has grown from strength to strength and during the last nineteen years, Mandie has led the company on a day to day basis, developing Futures Supplies into a successful and well respected company, with a strong customer service ethos.

Mandie’s new role as Chief Executive involves high-level decisions about policy and strategy and Futures Supplies’ progression into new business areas.  She believes that now is the right time to hand over the day to day running of the business and says, “It is an exciting time at Futures Supplies and it is with great faith that I hand over the reins of the company to Marc and the young dynamic team. I am confident that he, with their support, will do an exceptional first rate job and the business will continue to grow, prosper and go from strength to strength”.

 

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ISSA/Interclean Celebrates Twenty-Five Years!

CEO, Mandie was delighted to attend ISSA/INTERCLEAN show celebrating its 25th anniversary along with 29,000 peers and colleagues in Amsterdam. It was a great opportunity to review new innovations and meet with both customer and supply partners, as well as dThe Netherlands, Amsterdam, Metsae Tissue Event im Cafe de Kroonevelop some new relationships.

The exhibition presented 700 global brands, showcasing their latest innovations, products, services, and solutions along with offering unique networking opportunities, demonstrations, and social events. With the ever changing face of business and innovation at the forefront, the show provided a unique opportunity to keep up to date with industry innovation as well as the latest gossip of course!

 

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Significant Growth Brings New Logistics Staff

As we continue to grow as a company, it is important that we continue to build a motivated and well trained logistics team. The latest addition to the department is Lee Bowely and we haLeeve pleasure in welcoming him to the team. As the General Warehouse Assistant. Lee is responsible for supporting the accurate picking and loading of goods, along with liaising with customers when they collect from our Croydon warehouse.

Daniel Hills, says, “There are great opportunities for young people at Futures Supplies and we recognise anyone who works hard and wants to do well here. I am sure Lee will go on to have a bright future and a great career and we very much welcome him to the team.”

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Award Winning Label Design For Ecover Professional Range

Ecover Red DotTo further assist our customers in electing sustainable products, Futures Supplies brings you the Ecover Professional range of ecologically responsible cleaning solutions which has recently re-positioned the brand and designed new labels to enable a more direct and clearer visibility of the product application.

Ecover Professional has not changed its branding over the last fifteen years. Establishing a clear brand of labelling with icons that are instantly clear and recognisable to alleviate confusion for the commercial market is a true leap forward.

As a result of this new branding,  Ecover Professional has been awarded with the International Red Dot Award. Winning the coveted prize in its Communication Design category, ‘Packaging’, Ecover’s objective in the design was to have  clear, appealing icons for usage and dosage, with a fresh unique look that reflects individuality.

The new labels are now appearing on products available from Futures Supplies now.

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Daniel Walks The Walk for The British Heart Foundation

Daniel Rendal 2014 walkDaniel Rendall our Business Development Manager is bravely taking part in the ultimate walking challenge, The London to Brighton Trek 2014 on the 21st June 2014, to help raise crucial sponsorship funds in support of the British Heart Foundation.

Coronary heart disease is the UK’s single biggest killer and The British Heart Foundation are leading the fight with donations powering life-saving research to help keep more families together.

Daniel said “I have always enjoyed pushing myself and chose the British Heart Foundation as I have lost loved ones through heart problems and felt the need to give something back.”

The London to Brighton Trek is no walk in the park at a whopping non-stop 105 km it is a challenging and gruelling experience, only just over half of the walkers managed to complete the distance last year!

Joining Futures Supplies just over a year ago Daniel has become a popular and well liked member of the team and has been busy in recent months with his pre-event training which he hopes will be the key to his success on this amazing trek.

Daniel, who has become known by the nickname ‘Superman’ due to his striking resemblance to Clarke Kent and apparent superhuman abilities, will begin the walk at Sandown Race Course with his friend Chris. Starting off at 8am and continue to walk through the night for an estimated 20 hours – he will certainly need those superhuman abilities!

Daniel will have his trusty head torch, the support of the gang at Futures Supplies, the other walkers and the inspiration of money he will raise to help this worthy cause. He will endure 1,026 metres of walking, climbing and a terrain which includes pavement, footpaths, bridleway and unsealed paths with the last five miles walking alongside the promenade hopefully enjoying views of Hove and Brighton in the early hours of the morning.

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Everyone at Futures Supplies is giving a big shout out in support of Daniel and we hope you will join us in wishing him luck and supporting him and this worthy cause and join the fight for every heartbeat by sponsoring him.

Please go to :-  http://www.justgiving.com/chrisanddantrek2014/?utm_source=Sharethis&utm_medium=fundraisingpage&utm_content=chrisanddantrek2014&utm_campaign=pfp-email and help him reach his target 🙂

 

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Delivering Back Office Bespoke Solutions To Our Partner Cleanology

Cleanology LogoAs a family run business trading since 1995 Futures Supplies carefully select to partner with like-minded organisations. In 2012 we were delighted to be chosen to work with Cleanology following a competitive tendering process which included a requirement for streamlining its back office order processing through website ordering as well as delivering a robust budget control system.

Cleanology, based in central London, was founded by the Ponniah family in 1999 with only one contract and one cleaner. Now more than 15 years on, the company has expanded to over 300 staff and a long list of prestigious clients. Futures Supplies is delighted to provide washroom, cleaning, janitorial and associated products to all of it sites.

With both companies dovetailing in commitment to quality and customer care, Cleanology provides premium quality cleaning services to businesses in London at competitive prices, whilst pioneering environmental responsibility and ethical employment whilst Futures Supplies has always been passionate about its environmental credentials delivering carbon neutral supplies and a wide range of green cleaning products and innovations.

Ever since Cleanology was formed, the environment has been at the heart of its business, as it has with Futures Supplies and it uniquely offers clients a “Green Option” with its cleaning contracts. The company has also been independently recognised for its achievements and high standards such as The Green Organisation, the body which independently audits the ‘green’ credentials of companies and through which Futures Supplies holds a prestigious ‘Green Apple’ award.

Dominic Ponniah

Dominic Ponniah, Executive Director says, “Working with a host of London businesses, we are dedicated to providing our customers with environmentally friendly, quality cleaning solutions whilst maintaining tight control on costs.  Futures Supplies not only delivers with passion but it also shares our family ethos and desire to deliver exceptional service and back office support – a perfectly natural fit. We are delighted to have the facility to place orders 24/7 via the Futures Supplies website and have the control of on line budgets, along with on line access to proof of delivery notes and invoices right at our fingertips, all of which has helped the rapid expansion of our business over the past two years.

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New Assistant Nathalie Joins The Dynamic Futures Supplies Team

natThe latest member to join the Sales Support team, Nathalie Balfe is already demonstrating her key skills in customer support and back office administration under the watchful eye of Leiann Kemp, Customer Service Manager & PA to the CEO.

As part of the Sales Administration team and working alongside Leiann, Nathalie has quickly become a valued member of our young, dynamic and motivated team.

In her role, Nathalie is responsible for supporting and liaising with customers and prospective customers, maintaining the company’s ACT database and supporting the sales team in their day to day roles.

Nathalie says, “I have been made to feel very welcome at Futures Supplies and I enjoy interacting with the customers very much. Hopefully, I can continue to grow within the team and gain more experience in all areas of the business.”

 

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Metsä Group Illustrates Sustainability Through Tangible Actions

MetsaTissue_logo_vertical_4CFutures Supplies supply partner, Metsä Group has just launched its third Sustainability Report focusing on further development of its target setting, supply chain management and stakeholder engagement.

Achieving targets to reduce fossil CO2 emissions in production by 30% per product tonne from the 2009 levels Metsä is one of Futures Supplies main supply partners and they are committed to sustainability throughout their whole supply chain.

A summary brochure version of the Sustainability Report is now available to download for the first time at www.metsatissue.com