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IPM Facilities has won its first BALI National Landscape Award, recognising the grounds maintenance and landscape management delivered by our dedicated team at Farnborough Business Park.

IPM Facilities has been named a finalist in the Grounds Maintenance category at the 2026 Pro Landscaper Sustainability & Biodiversity Awards, recognising our approach to embedding sustainability across our grounds maintenance operations.

For facilities and estate managers, the transition from prolonged dry conditions into autumn provides an important opportunity to check that drainage systems are ready for the months ahead.

From creating colourful hanging baskets and getting up close with honeybees to exploring the biodiversity already present on their estates, occupiers have had opportunities to step away from the everyday working environment, learn something new and connect with colleagues, communities and nature.

Award-winning Blue Halo Garden finds a lasting legacy through a partnership between IPM Facilities, Buglife and Harwell Science and Innovation Campus.

Building confidence through hands-on experience After two years of learning on site and at college, Liam Dorning-Mills has successfully completed his Level 2 Horticulture apprenticeship with IPM Facilities at Farnborough Business Park. When he first applied, Liam wasn’t entirely sure which direction he wanted to take. He just knew he wanted something practical, where he could work with his hands and see the results of what he was doing. With some early insight into the landsc

Taking on the challenge were Sian Thomas, Vicki Eason, Emily Morgan, Brandon McCallum, Katie Mulkern and Sam Hartgill, who spent around six hours tackling the demanding route across the North Downs.

ARC Oxford has been recognised as a Bees' Needs Champion by Defra and the Royal Horticultural Society, recognising its commitment to creating habitats for pollinators and engaging the wider community with biodiversity.

Congratulations to Cameron Beeton and the ARC Oxford team for their outstanding contribution, recognising the commitment, professionalism and teamwork they demonstrate every day.

As the UK experiences hotter temperatures and longer periods of dry weather, the way we design and manage commercial landscapes needs to evolve.

IPM Facilities is proud to announce a new charity partnership with Dreams Come True, a national charity dedicated to enriching the lives of children with a disability, serious illness, or life-limiting condition by making their dreams come true.

Energy and carbon have dominated environmental conversations within facilities management for years. Water deserves an increasingly prominent place alongside them.

Our GEM Awards recognise the people who consistently go above and beyond. This quarter, we are proud to celebrate Brendan Carter, one of our Grounds Maintenance Operatives, for his outstanding contribution across multiple sites.

IPM Facilities is pleased to welcome Tom Glancy to the team as Operations Manager, further strengthening our operational leadership across grounds maintenance and landscaping services.

IPM Facilities is delighted to announce a significant new contract award with Cushman & Wakefield and Aviva Investors, securing 34 locations within the tender portfolio.

IPM has worked in close collaboration with project partners Workman and local charity, Cody Dock, to transform a previously underused site in East London into a new Wildlife Pocket Park. This project reflects a shared commitment to sustainability, biodiversity and creating valued urban green space. Located on the banks of the River Lea, this project has turned a neglected area into a vibrant ecological garden. The design introduces wildflower meadows and diverse planting beds

During National Cleaning Week and the Great British Spring Clean, it is the perfect moment to recognise the teams who work behind the scenes to keep workplaces clean, safe, and welcoming.

This month marks a significant milestone for IPM Facilities as Neil Fleming, John House, and Jay Bartlett all celebrate 10 years with the business.

IPM Facilities is proud to share that our grounds maintenance teams became the first in the UK to complete the Lantra approved Introduction to Biodiversity course.

This February, Kelly marks her first anniversary with IPM Facilities as our HR Assistant, a milestone that reflects her dedication, growth, and commitment to supporting the people behind our operations.