Mitie extends partnership with Vodafone

FTSE 250 outsourcing company Mitie has extended its links with the UK arm of communications giant Vodafone with a five-year property services deal. Under the contract worth more than £250m, Mitie will provide services across Vodafone's 1,500 UK sites, including shops, mobile telephone exchange sites and offices. Chief Executive Ruby McGregor-Smith said: "We are delighted to be building on our long-term strategic partnership with Vodafone UK and to be bringing them increased value and efficiency across their estate."We look forward to building on our relationship and continuing to provide high quality services to support their vision." Mitie's shares dropped 0.64% to 326p on the news, while Vodafone was 1.55% lower at 204.33p. NR Mitie Vodafone