The way you clean, manage security or outsource services will change over the coming months. The year 2026 is set to redefine facility services, bringing innovations that will directly impact your day-to-day operations.
According to a report by Fortune Business Insights, the global facility management market is projected to reach $1.8 trillion in 2029, with annual growth of over 6%. In the Spain, demand is focused on sustainable and digital solutions, closely aligned with the European Union’s objectives for energy efficiency and ecological transition.
- Sustainability as standard in facility services
In 2026, sustainability will form the foundation of every outsourcing contract.
Eco-friendly cleaning and responsible disinfection
Professional cleaning is moving towards certified eco-friendly products, reduced plastic use and hospital disinfection protocols that minimise water and energy consumption.
Waste reduction and energy efficiency
Facility management services now incorporate circular economy plans, advanced waste separation and smart systems that regulate lighting and climate control in offices or schools, helping to comply with the Spanish Waste Law and the goals of the 2030 Agenda.
- Health, wellbeing and the user experience
Safer and more hygienic spaces
Hospital disinfection and advanced cleaning will remain a priority. The use of technologies such as ultraviolet light or antibacterial coatings in healthcare facilities reduces the spread of infections and reinforces trust among patients and healthcare workers.
Support services that put people first
Support services are evolving to improve the user and customer experience: receptionists who are fluent in several languages, digital managers in contact centres, and office support assistants who adapt to hybrid working schedules.
The role of school activity supervisors in educational environments
School activity supervisors are becoming an essential service for schools. They ensure safety during lunch breaks, extracurricular activities, and school transport routes.
An increasing number of schools are outsourcing this service to offer families greater confidence and to professionalise the supervision of children.
- Specialised and flexible outsourcing
Outsourcing services in 2026 will be defined by flexibility and sector specialisation.
Outsourcing of auxiliary services
Outsourcing is no longer focused solely on reducing costs, but on improving efficiency and expertise. Companies in sectors such as education and healthcare are opting for providers capable of adapting to changing needs, from peaks in activity during school terms to additional staffing during holiday periods in care homes.
Hybrid management models for companies and public administrations
A growing number of organisations are adopting hybrid models that combine in-house teams with specialised outsourcing, maintaining control while benefiting from expert and scalable professionals.
- Technology and data analysis applied to facilities
The use of data in facility management will become a clear competitive advantage.
IoT sensors for resource monitoring
IoT sensors monitor energy consumption, room occupancy and air quality levels in real time. This allows companies and public administrations to reduce costs and improve the experience of those who use the spaces.
Artificial intelligence in facility management
AI applied to facility services helps generate automatic reports, identify patterns of building usage of and design maintenance plans tailored to each space. In Spain, AI systems are already being tested in corporate offices to optimise climate control based on actual occupancy.
Global trends vs application in Spain
| Global trend in facility services | Practical application in Spain 2026 |
| Sustainable cleaning and advanced disinfection | Hospitals and schools with eco-friendly products and low-consumption protocols |
| Smart access control | Universities and hospitals with biometrics and IoT |
| Auxiliary services focused on user experience | Multilingual reception staff and digital administrators |
| Flexible and specialised outsourcing | Schools and care homes outsourcing school activity supervisors and support staff |
The new developments in facility services for 2026 point to a more sustainable, digital and people-centred future.
At Weldon, we offer you our expertise in cleaning, auxiliary services, access control and school activity supervisors, so that your organisation can face new challenges with the flexibility and confidence that the future demands.