Heat Pump In 2025, the markets for gas wall hung boilers and outside air‑water heat pumps moved in noticeably different directions across the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, and Poland. Gas wall hung boilers declined in every country compared with 2024, continuing a clear downward tendency visible in all five markets.   In contrast, outside air‑water heat pumps showed a more varied yet overall more positive pattern. While France and Italy experienced a slight downturn

Samsung Logo USA: From February 2 to 4, the International Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition (AHR Expo), North America’s largest HVACR trade show, was held in Las Vegas. Organized by the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), the event featured participation from over 1,800 companies worldwide, highlighting the latest technologies and emerging trends across the global HVAC industry. Samsung Electronics showcased it

Samsung INDIA: Samsung has launched a nationwide service initiative to help customers get their air conditioners and refrigerators ready for the upcoming summer season. The Proactive Summer Care Campaign, running from February 4 to March 15, 2026, offers a range of discounted service benefits for eligible Samsung appliances. As part of the campaign, customers can avail up to 50% off on labour charges, pick-up and delivery services, and jet cleaning for air conditioners. Addit

Mitsubishi USA: Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announced that, effective July 1, it will reorganize its North American operations across three group companies. Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc. will oversee all regional operations while also managing sales of elevators and escalators, cooling and heating solutions, and semiconductor devices. Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. will continue to manage the sales and servicing of factory automation (FA) equipment and computer numer

LG KOREA: Lee Jaesung, President and Head of LG Electronics’ ES (Eco Solutions) Business Division, which leads the company’s core HVAC operations, said the company plans to accelerate growth this year with a strong focus on artificial intelligence (AI). He highlighted that LG will begin operations at its manufacturing plant in India in the second half of the year to strengthen local infrastructure and support regional expansion. The ES Business Division offers a broad product

Funding UK: Hounslow has been awarded £10.55 million (US$14.3 million) in funding from the UK Government’s Green Heat Network Fund (GHNF) to launch a major low-carbon heating initiative in the borough. The funding will support Phase One of the Hounslow Heat Network, a project designed to transform the way homes and buildings in Isleworth and Brentford are heated. The scheme will capture unused heat from Thames Water’s Mogden Sewage Treatment Works and distribute it through ap

Financial Chart IRELAND: Trane Technologies plc, a global climate innovation company, reported diluted earnings per share (EPS) from continuing operations of $2.74 for the fourth quarter of 2025. On an adjusted basis, continuing EPS reached $2.86, representing a year-on-year increase of 10 percent. For the full year 2025, the company generated $3.2 billion in cash flow from continuing operating activities, while free cash flow totalled $2.9 billion, equivalent to 98 percent o

Air Conditioner ITALY: The company recorded sales of €639 million (US$758 million) in Italy in 2024 and expects to reach around €700 million (US$830 million) in fiscal 2025. Italy accounts for 13% of EMEA sales and is the company’s largest European air conditioning market, with penetration exceeding 50%, compared to less than 20% in Germany. France remains the second-largest European market, slightly behind Italy. Active in Italy since the 1990s, the company established a dir

Bathroom BANGLADESH: X Bathware has officially entered Bangladesh’s premium bathware market with the launch of its new brand at an event held on Monday at The Westin Dhaka. The company aims to cater to high-end residential, hospitality, and commercial projects across the country. Inspired by Italian design principles, the brand offers a comprehensive range of bathroom solutions that emphasize minimalist aesthetics, functional performance, and long-term durability. The company

Showroom ABU DHABI: Hansgrohe Group, a global leader in premium bathroom and kitchen solutions, has officially inaugurated a new showroom on Najda Street in Abu Dhabi in partnership with Mac Al Gurg, a leading sanitaryware solutions provider and part of the Al Gurg Group. The showroom showcases an extensive portfolio of hansgrohe and AXOR faucets and shower systems, complemented by high-end sanitary ceramics, offering architects, designers, and homeowners an immersive, end-to

Mitsubishi Electric Begins Operations at First Air Conditioner Plant in India India: Mitsubishi Electric has commenced full-scale operations at its first home air conditioner manufacturing facility in India, located in the state of Tamil Nadu. The plant was established with an investment of 21 billion rupees (USD 232 million) and is expected to produce 300,000 inverter room air conditioners and 650,000 compressors annually. Compressors are essential components in air conditio

New Ace Hardware Store Opens in Mission Hills, California USA: A new Ace Hardware store has commenced operations in Mission Hills, California, officially opening to the public on 30 January. The store is located at 10349 Sepulveda Boulevard and spans 15,000 square feet. It carries a variety of established brands and offers multiple services aimed at supporting local homeowners and do-it-yourself enthusiasts. A grand opening event, including promotional sales, is tentatively s