Man United Announce Ecolab ‘hygiene & Sustainability’ Partnership
Manchester United have announced a new partnership with water, hygiene and infection prevention company Ecolab, and will adopt its ‘science-based solutions’ across Old Trafford and its Carrington training ground as it prepares for the new season..
The Premier League side will draw on Ecolab’s expertise to ‘show leadership’ in hygiene and sustainable practices, helping ‘create a cleaner environment for fans and promote public health’ as it prepares to welcome its largest crowds for 17 months.
The partnership will ‘combine Ecolab’s breadth of expertise with Manchester United’s focus on a cleaner, more sustainable future’, according to the club, while the company’s services will be used across the stadium and training ground, as well as implementing a ‘customised textile care solution’ for the club’s laundry, which United say will deliver improved quality, safety, and sustainability when washing kits and linens.
The club’s groundskeeping team will also be advised on how to optimise the quality of water used to irrigate pitches and help provide the best possible playing surfaces throughout the season at Old Trafford and Carrington.
“The safety of our fans, employees and players will always be a priority for Manchester United,” said Collette Roche, Chief Operating Officer, Manchester United.
“As we prepare to fully reopen Old Trafford, we recognise it is more important than ever to elevate our already high standards of hygiene and infection prevention.
“We look forward to working with Ecolab to achieve its official Ecolab Science Certified Seal, so that all visitors to the club can see our commitment to delivering a higher level of cleanliness and ensuring they receive the best possible experience.”
Christophe Beck, CEO, Ecolab, added: “Through our partnership with Manchester United, we are looking forward to helping reconnect fans with the club they love by advancing cleaner, safer practices across the Club, and demonstrating the transformative outcomes we drive for our customers every day.”
“Our ambition is to support the global economic and societal recovery by promoting more hygienic and sustainable practices. Building on our industrial, healthcare and hospitality experience and scientific expertise, we will continue to help organisations like Manchester United deliver experiences that protect public health while preserving the health of our planet.”
Ecolab has designated an in-house expert to advise United as well as oversee implementation of the new solutions and technology across the club.
Meanwhile, the pair will also collaborate with the Manchester United foundation on future projects within the Foundation’s network of partner schools within Greater Manchester.
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