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Author: Archie Villaflores

Facilities management effectiveness increasingly reflects leadership capability and strategic sector engagement. Excellence emerges where operational expertise, social enterprise collaboration, and regional executive appointments converge to strengthen service delivery and organisational resilience. Our first story, 'Ian Glendon to bring estates and infrastructure leadership to Facilities Management Awards 2026', highlights how capital programme expertise and governance frameworks shape evaluation standards for sector recognition. This judging appointment establishes expectations for the 2026 awards, where strategic planning, operational resilience, and measurable delivery impact will distinguish winning facilities management operations. Additionally, 'Mount Charles strategy chief takes Social Enterprise NI chairmanship' demonstrates how facilities management leadership extends influence beyond commercial operations to support regional economic development. Strategic appointments within social enterprise networks strengthen commercial resilience whilst reinforcing community investment priorities. Meanwhile, 'JLL names Mouhammad Takieddin as Middle East and Africa chief executive' illustrates how global professional services firms position regional leadership to capitalise on emerging market opportunities. Executive appointments strengthen capability to deliver AI-enabled platforms and facilities management services at scale. These stories underscore a sector where leadership expertise, collaborative engagement, and strategic positioning determine competitive advantage. Explore each article to understand how leadership and strategic engagement are advancing facilities management sector capability.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Ian Glendon, Interim Chief Infrastructure Officer at Technological University Dublin, joins the judging panel of the Facilities Management Awards 2026, bringing extensive experience in complex capital programmes and multi-site operational excellence.

Author: Archie Villaflores

Initial, a Saudi Arabia-based facilities management provider, has launched TagPoint, a QR and NFC-enabled solution for managing service requests across client sites, improving response times and operational visibility in facilities operations.

Author: Archie Villaflores

JLL, a United States-based professional services firm specialising in real estate and facilities management, has appointed Mouhammad Takieddin as regional chief executive for the Middle East and Africa, strengthening leadership in data centres and facilities operations.

Author: Archie Villaflores

International Workplace Group, a Switzerland-based flexible workspace provider, has opened a new Regus facility in Lisburn through partnership with Turkington Group, addressing regional demand for flexible office solutions in Northern Ireland.

Author: Archie Villaflores

ABM, a US-based integrated facilities management provider, has finalised its acquisition of WGNSTAR, expanding technical capabilities in semiconductor fabrication environments and strengthening operations across cleanroom management and production tool systems.

Author: Archie Villaflores

Mount Charles Group's chief strategy officer has been named chair of Social Enterprise NI, guiding over 1,000 social enterprises that contribute £1 billion to Northern Ireland's economy and support facilities management sector growth.

Author: Archie Villaflores

Facilities management is increasingly defined by strategic foresight, evidence-based decision-making, and operational rigour. Organisations are navigating complex estates, regulatory frameworks, and sustainability targets while ensuring service quality and long-term asset value. Our first story ‘FM and engineering expert Brian Fitzpatrick joins Facilities Management Awards 2026 judging panel’ highlights how technical expertise and governance experience inform high standards in assessing sector performance. His insight reinforces the awards’ role in recognising operational excellence and forward-looking infrastructure management. Additionally, ‘Mount Charles invests in Belfast airport facilities management upgrade’ illustrates the value of targeted investment in infrastructure to enhance operational efficiency and reliability. Strategic upgrades ensure that facilities can meet evolving service demands while maintaining compliance and resilience. Moreover, ‘Khansaheb expands facilities management and infrastructure with ANABEEB acquisition’ demonstrates how growth and strategic partnerships can broaden capabilities and deliver scalable FM solutions. Expanding expertise and capacity strengthens operational delivery across complex portfolios. Together, these developments underscore a sector focused on aligning operational performance, sustainability, and long-term value. Explore how expertise, infrastructure investment, and strategic expansion are setting benchmarks in modern facilities management.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Brian Fitzpatrick joins the judging panel of the Facilities Management Awards 2026, bringing extensive expertise in FM governance, Net Zero strategy, statutory compliance, and smart building delivery across complex public and private sector estates.

Author: Archie Villaflores

Emrill, a UAE-based total facilities management provider, has reported 9% revenue growth in 2025, supported by new contract wins and strong renewals. Its integrated FM delivery model continues to drive operational performance and client value.