Gaurs Group Plans US$ 27.3 million Investment in Precast Construction Facility in Noida INDIA: Gaurs Group has announced plans to invest US$ 27.3 million (₹2500 million) in establishing a precast manufacturing and modular construction facility in Noida. The investment follows a memorandum of understanding with Elematic India, part of Finland-based Elematic Group. In the first phase, around US$ 10.9 million (₹1000 million) will be used to build a precast plant that will produc

Watertec Targets Rapid Growth in CP & Sanitaryware Business India: Watertec India, backed by Warburg Pincus, is planning to significantly expand its chrome plated (CP) and sanitaryware segment, which is expected to grow 20–25% annually and reach about USD 48 million in topline within five years. The Coimbatore-based company reported revenues of around USD 60 million in FY26, with polymer bath fittings contributing 70%, pipes 20%, and CP & sanitaryware about 10% of topline. Th

Grohe INDIA: GROHE has launched its Matte Black Ceramics collection in India, extending the finish across its full bathroom portfolio, including GROHE and GROHE SPA ranges. The move responds to growing demand among Indian consumers for more personalized, design-led interiors beyond traditional white ceramics. The brand says the introduction of matte black reflects a broader shift toward understated luxury, cohesive aesthetics, and timeless colour choices. By offering coordina

Duravit’s Aurena Collection Wins GOOD DESIGN Award in Bath & Accessories Category U.S.: Duravit announced that its Aurena Collection, designed by award-winning architect and designer Antonio Citterio, has received the prestigious GOOD DESIGN Award in the Bath & Accessories category from The Chicago Athenaeum. The luxury bathroom series was recognized for its precise design language, premium materials, and forward-thinking innovation inspired by the Golden Ratio, delivering ba

RAK Ceramics Selects SAP For Enterprise-wide Digital Transformation UAE: RAK Ceramics has selected SAP SE to implement an enterprise-wide digital transformation programme through the adoption of RISE with SAP. The initiative is intended to integrate end-to-end processes across the company’s 55 entities and establish a unified cloud platform supporting operations in more than 150 countries. The programme will consolidate multiple systems onto a core cloud platform based on SAP

Bauhaus Opens New Three-storey Outlet in Vienna Austria: Bauhaus has opened a new store in Vienna, marking its seventh location in the city and its twenty-second in Austria. The outlet is located in a former Kika furniture store and extends across three floors. The building underwent renovation and structural upgrades over a period of approximately eighteen months, including reinforcement of ceilings. The total sales area amounts to 17,000 square metres on a site measuring 8,

Bathroom UK: TOTO Ltd. has been identified by UK-based activist investor Palliser Capital as an undervalued artificial intelligence–linked opportunity, driven by its advanced ceramics business, which contributes about 40% of operating profit. While widely known for its high-tech sanitaryware, the company also manufactures ceramic electrostatic blocks used in NAND memory chip production, critical for AI-driven data centres. With rising AI demand and increasing memory chip pric

Bathroom UAE: RAK Ceramics reported strong margin performance and solid profit growth in Q4 and FY 2025, despite challenging conditions in some international markets. Growth was largely driven by robust activity in the UAE’s real estate and construction sectors, along with a higher contribution from premium products and project-based sales. In Q4 2025, revenue declined slightly by 1.7% year-on-year, while full-year revenue increased by 1.6%. Gross profit margins improved to 3

RMIL Launches Country’s First Eco-Friendly Passivation-Polished Stainless Steel Kitchen Sink Bangladesh: RMIL a subsidiary of RFL Group, on February 7 introduced the country’s first eco-friendly passivation-polished stainless steel kitchen sink at the RFL head office in Badda, unveiled by Managing Director RN Paul. Manufactured using advanced molds, DDQ-grade stainless steel sheets and multi-stage deep drawing technology, the sink eliminates heat-based annealing, reducing ene

Duravit AG Receives Gold Medal Recognition from EcoVadis GERMANY: Duravit AG has secured a Gold Medal in the EcoVadis sustainability assessment for its Hornberg site, upgrading from Silver. EcoVadis is a globally recognised framework that evaluates companies across environment, labour and human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement. The achievement reflects Duravit’s strengthened sustainability performance and ongoing efforts to reduce carbon emissions across all scopes

Masco Reports Lower 2025 Sales and Issues 2026 Earnings Outlook United States: Masco Corporation reported fourth-quarter 2025 net sales of USD 1.79 billion (EUR 1.65 billion), down 2% year-on-year. Full-year 2025 net sales fell 3% to USD 7.56 billion (EUR 6.96 billion). Plumbing Products recorded sales growth in both the quarter and the full year, while Decorative Architectural Products reported a decline. The company said fourth-quarter adjusted earnings per share declined t

Cyprus Retailer SuperHome Center Joins EDRA/GHIN Network Cyprus: SuperHome Center, a home improvement and DIY retailer operating across Cyprus, has joined EDRA/GHIN with immediate effect. The company said its first store opened in Nicosia in March 1999, introducing a department store format combining products and services for DIY projects and renovations. SuperHome Center currently operates six stores across four cities and offers more than 65,000 products across over 20 cate

Sign MOU to Expand Smart Sanitary Ware Market Thailand: SCG Decor Public Company Limited (SCGD), a leading ceramics, surface decoration materials, and sanitary ware company in the ASEAN region, through Siam Sanitary Ware Company Limited (COTTO), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Switzerland-based AXENT, a specialist in smart sanitary ware technology, to explore comprehensive growth opportunities in the smart sanitary ware market across Southeast Asia. The pa

Q2 Profit Jumps India: V-Guard reported a strong performance Q2 profit jumps, with sales rising nearly 14% to Rs 495 crores (USD 59.0 million) and profit after tax increasing about 70% to Rs 39.2 crores (USD 4.7 million). Growth was driven primarily by its large product categories, with the water heater segment recording approximately 25% growth, while kitchen appliances in the small appliances category surged nearly 50% during the quarter. Margins expanded across all categor

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

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

Indonesia’s Per Capita Ceramic Consumption Remains Low in ASEAN Region Indonesia: Ceramic consumption in Indonesia remains comparatively low within the Southeast Asian region, according to data from the Ministry of Industry. The country's domestic ceramic consumption currently stands at 2.5 square metres per capita, which is below the levels observed in other ASEAN member states. The information was conveyed by Minister of Industry Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita during his addres

Chinese Authorities Raid Counterfeit Sanitaryware Operations Linked to International Brands China: Chinese authorities have conducted a raid on two counterfeiting operations in Jiangmen City, Guangdong Province, following months of investigation initiated by sanitaryware manufacturer Hansgrohe. The company commissioned undercover investigators to identify the locations of counterfeit networks. With sufficient evidence collected, the Kaiping Public Security Bureau carried out

X Bathware Launches Premium Bathware Brand in Bangladesh BANGLADESH: X Bathware has entered Bangladesh’s premium bathware market with a new brand unveiled at The Westin Dhaka, targeting high-end residential, hospitality and commercial projects. Inspired by Italian design, its products emphasise minimalism, functionality, durability and water efficiency, meeting international quality standards. The company cites rising demand for design-led, premium bathware amid growth in rea

Ikea India: IKEA India reported a slight decline in revenue for the fiscal year ending March 2025, with revenue from operations at US$ 193 million, down about 3.3% from the prior year. The company’s total losses widened to US$146 million, reflecting continued investment in expansion and infrastructure. Total income, including other sources, also fell nearly 4% for the year. IKEA India increased its spending on advertising and promotional activities, and its total borrowings r