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Latest News from BRG and the Global Building Products Industry
Stay informed regarding BRG's latest publications and industry news covering the markets for HVAC equipment, components & controls, bathroom & kitchen products, plumbing, pipes, valves & fittings and thermal insulation.


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Jun 10, 20241 min read
Southeast Mechanical Acquires Climate Design Home Services
USA:Â HVAC/plumbing/electrical company, Southeast Mechanical headquartered in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, has acquired Clearwater, FL...

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Jun 10, 20241 min read
Right Time Group Acquires Belyea Bros In Canada
CANADA: Right Time Group of Companies, Canada’s leading home services provider, announced the acquisition of Toronto based Belyea Bros...


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Jun 6, 20242 min read
2023 Market Challenges: Sales Decline in most European countries, Yet Russia and Turkey See Increase
BRG is pleased to announce the recent publication of the 2024 Bathroom and Kitchen market reports for its tiers 1 and 2 countries. BRG...


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Jun 6, 20241 min read
KEDA Industrial Group Boosts Kenya's Local Economy with Ceramic Tile Factories
Kenya/China: Established in 1992, China-based company specializing in building material machinery, the KEDA Industrial Group, expanded...

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Jun 5, 20241 min read
RAK Ceramics Acquires 100% of RAK Porcelain
Abu Dhabi-listed RAK Ceramics, one of the world's largest tile manufacturers, is acquiring RAK Porcelain, according to a declaration. The...


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Jun 5, 20241 min read
Saudi Ceramics Achieves 6% Higher Net Profits in Q1-24
Saudi Ceramic Company (Saudi Ceramics) recorded a 5.82% annual growth in net profit to SAR 15.56 million (US $4.15 million) during the...

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Jun 3, 20241 min read
RAK Ceramics Plans to Begin Faucet Production in Bangladesh
Bangladesh: RAK Ceramics is set to begin faucet production in Bangladesh, with a new factory in Gazipur expected to start operations...

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Jun 3, 20241 min read
Morbi's Ceramic Exports Face Turbulence as US Considers Anti-Dumping Duties
India: Morbi, known as India's ceramics manufacturing hub, is facing potential setbacks in its export business as the United States...


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May 28, 20241 min read
French DIY Market Declines by 1.4% in 2023 Amidst Inflation
France: French DIY stores experienced a 1.4% decrease in turnover in 2023 compared to the previous year, as reported by the French DIY...


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May 28, 20241 min read
Epicentr Store Destroyed in Kharkiv Amid Russian Aggression
Ukraine: The Ukrainian DIY store operator Epicentr suffered a devastating blow when one of its stores in Kharkiv was destroyed by a...


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May 23, 20241 min read
Sawiday Acquires Badkamerwinkel to Expand Showroom Presence
Netherlands: Sawiday, the organization behind Sanitairwinkel, has acquired Badkamerwinkel from IGM, including its three showrooms in...


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May 23, 20241 min read
Toto Announces New Distribution Partners in UK
UK: Toto has announced new distribution relationships with two UK distributors, which will take effect in July. Abacus Direct and R. O....

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May 23, 20241 min read
Villeroy & Boch Experiences Revenue Boost Following Ideal Standard Acquisition
UK: Villeroy & Boch has announced a large increase in revenue for the first quarter of the year, citing its recent acquisition of Ideal...


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May 23, 20241 min read
MasterBrand Plans to Acquire Supreme Cabinetry Brands
USA: MasterBrand, Inc., through its subsidiary MasterBrand Cabinets, LLC, has agreed to buy Supreme Cabinetry Brands, Inc., a well-known...


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May 21, 20242 min read
Lecico Releases Annual Financial Results For 2023
Egypt: Lecico has released its annual financial results, showcasing significant growth and improvements across various metrics. Overall,...


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May 21, 20241 min read
UK: Victorian Plumbing Acquires Victoria Plum in a £22.5 Million Agreement
UK: In a deal valued at £22.5 million, Victorian Plumbing has acquired its competitor online bathroom retailer, Victoria Plum. This...


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May 21, 20241 min read
Franke UK Names Craig McIntyre As Its Managing Director
UK: Franke UK has appointed Craig McIntyre as its new Managing Director. Having commenced his journey with Franke 22 years ago, Craig has...


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May 20, 20241 min read
Fletcher Building to Sell Australian Plumbing Business Tradelink Following Disappointing Results
Australia: Fletcher Building, listed on the Australian and New Zealand stock exchanges, has announced plans to sell its Australian-based...


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May 20, 20241 min read
Keller Kitchens Announces Exclusive Partnership with Arcos Interiors in Bristol
UK: Keller Kitchens, the Dutch kitchen manufacturer, has announced Arcos Interiors in Bristol as its exclusive contract partner for the...


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May 17, 20241 min read
Kohler Co. Inaugurates State-of-the-art Manufacturing Facility in Arizona, United States
USA: Kohler inaugurated its new production site in Casa Grande, Arizona, with a ceremonial ribbon-cutting event presided over by the...
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