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Shanghai, September 11, 2026 – The 14th BOMA China Commercial Real Estate Industry Annual Conference 2026 was held at the Grand Hyatt Shanghai. This year's conference focused on "Asset Management Driven by Long-Term Value Returns," delving into core industry topics such as commercial real estate value enhancement, existing asset revitalization, ESG compliance implementation, and integrated asset and property management. Rentokil Initial, a leading global expert in pest control and sanitation, was invited to attend the event and released a Chinese version of its "Best Practices Guide for Pest Control," providing the commercial real estate industry with practical insights on "Pest Control Standards and Asset Value Protection."
Say goodbye to "passive disinfection" and build a solid "invisible moat" for your assets.
Against the backdrop of an increasingly competitive existing market and declining office rents, pest problems have become an "invisible driver" affecting rental income, increasing operating costs, and even causing tenant attrition. Modern pest control management has long transcended the traditional scope of cleaning and logistics, becoming an "invisible moat" concerning the quality of the built environment, protecting the health and safety of tenants, reducing hidden operating costs, improving ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) performance, and strengthening brand reputation.
However, domestic commercial property management companies generally face pain points in pest control, such as price wars, lack of standards, and a reactive, lagging approach. Faced with the need for refined operations, the industry urgently needs a standardized system to demonstrate professional building management capabilities and optimize the tenant experience.
Practicing the principle of "superior doctors treat diseases before they occur" and benchmarking against international best practices.
To address industry pain points, Nengduojie, in partnership with BOMA China, has launched a Chinese version of the "Best Practices Guide for Pest Control" (hereinafter referred to as the "Guide"). As a century-old multinational corporation and a global benchmark for pest control and environmental management, Nengduojie is committed to upgrading pest control from a "passive response" to "proactive management aligned with asset management objectives," starting from the core needs of asset managers and property owners, and achieving value delivery throughout the entire lifecycle.
In a media interview, Ms. Han Qing, President of Nengduojie Greater China, shared her insights gained from years of industry experience. She emphasized that pest control must adopt the concept of "prevention is better than cure," treating buildings like the human body, and taking preventative measures and environmental improvements before pests invade—this is the best preventative approach. The core of the "Guidelines" is precisely to advocate the concept of "prevention," calling on asset managers and property owners to introduce professional suppliers, fully align with international pest control management standards, and strengthen communication and consensus with tenants through various channels to effectively improve tenant satisfaction and retention rates, thereby driving a leap in the overall value of assets.
AI and digital empowerment to build a long-term partnership based on a three-in-one approach.
Pest control costs typically account for only 1% to 3% of overall property management fees, but a scientific investment can significantly mitigate the substantial risks associated with reputational damage and asset loss. Facing the strong demand for digitalization and AI technologies in the Chinese market, Nengduojie actively integrates Internet of Things (IoT) technology and digital tracking into its service delivery, continuously adding new technologies that meet market demands. This not only improves operational efficiency but also makes previously invisible pest control services visible and quantifiable, providing homeowners with detailed trend analysis and ESG data support.
Ms. Han Qing pointed out that under the challenges of a stock economy, property owners (asset managers), property management companies, and suppliers should form a close "three-in-one" cooperative relationship. "Nengduojie's optimal service is 'invisible'—through our pest control management, we allow everyone to live in a safe and healthy environment 'without noticing.' This requires a massive system of work, and collaboration with property management and asset management companies to convey professional concepts to all stakeholders, including tenants. Nengduojie not only exports international standards but is also committed to becoming a long-term partner in preserving and increasing asset value."
Looking ahead, as China's commercial real estate enters a period of high-quality stock operation and development, refined, standardized, and data-driven asset management has become an inevitable trend. Nengduojie will take the release of this "Guideline" as a new starting point, adhering to the core principle of "prevention is better than disinfection," and deepening the application of cutting-edge IoT and AI technologies. In the future, Nengduojie will join hands with more commercial real estate partners to build a healthy, safe, and green building ecosystem, transforming "invisible" professional services into "visible" asset premium, comprehensively safeguarding the long-term value creation and sustainable development of China's commercial real estate.
About Rentokil Initial Group
Founded in 1903, Rentokil Initial Group is one of the world's largest commercial services companies, dual-listed on the London Stock Exchange (FTSE 100) and the New York Stock Exchange. Adhering to the vision of "Protecting People, Enhancing Lives, Preserving the Planet", Rentokil Initial is committed to providing professional pest control and hygiene services, with business operations spanning across over 90 countries and regions with more than 62,900 employees. Currently, we provide outstanding services to nearly 5 million clients globally — ranging from multinational commercial giants to neighborhood restaurants and private residences. Leveraging high-standard quality and exceptional innovative products, Rentokil Initial's global footprint continues to expand steadily.
About Rentokil Initial China
Rentokil Initial officially entered the Chinese market in 2005 and is an executive council member unit of the China Health Pest Control Association and a Class-A certified enterprise. With deep local expertise, Rentokil Initial China's service network covers over 400 cities and regions nationwide (including core cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen), with over 1,000 experienced technical experts and full-time service personnel. We provide comprehensive protection for industries such as food processing, retail, catering, pharmaceuticals, property management, residential, hospitality, and municipal public health, including integrated pest management, environmental disinfection, air purification, personal hygiene, and fumigation services. Rentokil Initial has repeatedly provided vector control services for major international conferences, considering the fulfillment of social responsibilities and corporate commitment as its duty.