NEW YORK, March 17, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, ABM (NYSE:ABM), a leading provider of facility solutions, announced an anticipated agreement to become the exclusive cleaning services provider for Sleep Train Arena, home of the National Basketball Association's (NBA) Sacramento Kings.

Under the anticipated multi-year agreement between ABM and the Kings, which is expected to commence April 2, ABM will be responsible for providing day-to-day pre-event, event and post-event janitorial services. Key to ABM's selection was experience in the sports & entertainment market, as well as ABM's GreenCare® program, which will minimize environmental impacts through best-in-class sustainable cleaning practices. Also as part of the contract, ABM is now a corporate partner of the Sacramento Kings.

"We strive every day to provide a safe, clean and friendly environment for Sacramento Kings fans and Sleep Train Arena guests," said Kings President Chris Granger. "ABM's competency in delivering top-shelf service and environmentally-friendly practices and products made them a natural fit to help us deliver the best fan experience the NBA has to offer. Further, ABM's strong history in the sports and entertainment market gives us great comfort that our outstanding staff will undergo a smooth transition in the coming weeks."

ABM services over $100 million worth of first class venues from Los Angeles to London and Hamburg to Houston, covering National Football League (NFL), Major League Baseball (MLB) and Major League Soccer (MLS) stadiums as well as NBA and National Hockey League (NHL) arenas. ABM also services various other large convention centers and concert venues across the globe.

"We are thrilled to undertake this partnership alongside the Kings," said Charlotte Jensen-Murphy, ABM Senior Vice President, Sports & Entertainment. "Sleep Train Arena is a terrific venue run by a first class organization, and ABM looks forward to welcoming a number of talented new employees to our workforce. Kings fans can be assured that they will continue to enjoy a memorable game day experience."

ABOUT ABM: ABM (NYSE:ABM) is a leading provider of facility solutions with revenues of approximately $5 billion and 118,000 employees in over 300 offices deployed throughout the United States and various international locations. ABM's comprehensive capabilities include facilities engineering, commercial cleaning, energy solutions, HVAC, electrical, landscaping, parking and security, provided through stand-alone or integrated solutions. ABM provides custom facility solutions in urban, suburban and rural areas to properties of all sizes — from schools and commercial buildings to hospitals, manufacturing plants and airports. ABM Industries Incorporated, which operates through its subsidiaries, was founded in 1909. For more information, visit www.abm.com.  

ABOUT SACRAMENTO KINGS: In May 2013, Vivek Ranadivé led a dynamic and diverse ownership group comprised of leaders in technology, sports, marketing and real estate to purchase the Sacramento Kings. Under the new ownership group, the Kings have implemented a forward-looking "NBA 3.0" philosophy that guides the Kings in becoming the first franchise of the 21st century. NBA 3.0 is driven by utilizing cutting-edge technology, acting as a positive agent of change in the community, and expanding the team's and the region's global brand. For more information, please visit www.Kings.com.

CONTACT: Media/ABM: Chas Strong

         770.953.5072

         chas.strong@abm.com



         Investors & Analysts: David Farwell

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         Media/Sacramento Kings: John Jacobs

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