Cleaning Industry
Insights & Expertise

With over 45 years of experience across the Netherlands and Australia, I share practical knowledge, industry stories, and expert advice for cleaning professionals.

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Why the Dutch Cleaning Industry Leads Globally
Industry News
Why the Dutch Cleaning Industry Leads Globally
Mar 16, 2026

The Dutch cleaning industry is renowned for its innovation and efficiency. I explore what makes it a global leader and w...

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Environmental Impact of Disposable Wipes in Australia
Industry News
Environmental Impact of Disposable Wipes in Australia
Mar 16, 2026

In my exploration of the recent study on disposable cleaning wipes, I found that the environmental concerns it raises ar...

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Smart Cleaning Systems Transforming Australia’s Facility Management
Tips & Techniques
Smart Cleaning Systems Transforming Australia’s Facility Management
Mar 16, 2026

In my exploration of facility management trends for 2026, I have observed that the rise of smart cleaning systems, with ...

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Latest Episodes

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4

In this episode of the Cleaning Codex podcast, I explored some of the most pressing controversies cu...

Controversies in Cleaning: Exploring Recent Industry Debates
3

In this episode of the Cleaning Codex podcast, I explored the evolving landscape of the cleaning ind...

Strategies for Success in the Cleaning Industry: Insights for 2026 with Gerry Aalbrecht
2

In this episode of the Cleaning Codex podcast, I explored the transformative impact of artificial in...

Transforming Australia's Cleaning Industry: The Rise of AI

Research Reports

In-depth industry analysis available for free download

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Global Cleaning Industry Insights & Projections for 2026

I delve into the expansive world of professional cleaning services, revealing its ecosystem as a diverse and growing mar...

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Company Reviews

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Serco
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Serco

Serco has been rated 2.8 out of 5 based on 616 employee reviews on Seek. Among the reviews, 70% of e...

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Sodexo

Sodexo's employee reviews on Seek reveal an overall rating of 2.4 out of 5 from 394 reviews. Ratings...

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Ventia
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Ventia

Ventia has an overall rating of 3.3 out of 5 on Seek, based on 297 reviews. The salary is rated as h...

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About Me

I'm Gerry Aalbrecht, a semi-retired cleaning industry professional and podcaster based in Australia. With over 45 years of experience in the cleaning sector, I've worked in both the Netherlands and Australia, bringing a wealth of international expertise and practical knowledge to the industry.

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