Bidvest Noonan, a leading provider of FM services, announces a landmark sustainable cleaning initiative in partnership with KeolisAmey Docklands, the operator of the DLR. The DLR, the busiest light railway in the UK, serves 100 million passenger journeys per year across its 40 km-long network.
The partners aim to substantially increase the sustainability of cleaning operations by eliminating single-use plastics, reducing packaging by 95%, and cutting product transport-related carbon emissions by 95% across the DLR network.
Bidvest Noonan and KeolisAmey Docklands are introducing a range of innovative cleaning solutions to achieve these ambitious goals. These solutions include pre-dosed formulations supplied in water-soluble sachets. This approach ensures precise usage, reduces waste, and eliminates the risk of chemical overdosing, which can negatively impact the environment.
The partnership has also transitioned to recyclable packaging with certified compostable pouches, underscoring a commitment to environmentally friendly practices.
Adam Prust, Key Account Director at Bidvest Noonan, remarked, “This initiative is a major step forward in our commitment to sustainability. We are protecting the environment and setting a new standard in our commitment for the reduction of single use of plastics across the DLR contract.”
“We are thrilled to partner with KeolisAmey Docklands on this initiative,” said Keith Middleton, Managing Director at Bidvest Noonan. “This collaboration reflects our shared vision of creating a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable environment for commuters and staff alike. The new solutions make it easier and safer for our teams to perform their duties efficiently.”
By implementing these sustainable practices, Bidvest Noonan and KeolisAmey Docklands are enhancing operational efficiency and significantly contributing to the sustainability of one of the UK’s most important transport systems.
