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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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Aug 1, 20241 min read
Howdens Gains Market Share After Strong Half-Year Performance
UK: Howdens revealed that it gained market share with revenue of approximately US$1.25 billion during the 24 weeks ending June 15, 2024,...
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Aug 1, 20241 min read
Lixil Appoints New Leader for LWT- India and Subcontinent
INDIA: LIXIL has appointed Priya Rustogi as the Leader for LIXIL Water Technologies (LWT) in India and the Subcontinent. Having operated...
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Aug 1, 20241 min read
Bangladesh Ceramics Industry Faces $8M Export Loss from Shutdowns
Bangladesh: The ceramics industry faces potential loss of export orders totaling approximately $8 million due to five days of factory...
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Jul 30, 20241 min read
Roca Group Invests in CRB Health Tech's Third Digital Health Fund
UK: Roca Group has invested one million euros in the third fund of CRB Health Tech (formerly InverbÃo), named CRB Digital Health III....
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Jul 30, 20241 min read
General Plumbing Supply Acquires Another Distributor to Expand its Network in New York
USA: General Plumbing Supply Inc. (GPS) has announced the acquisition of Consolidated Plumbing Supply Inc. (CPS), which is a 100-year-old...
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Jul 29, 20241 min read
Hellweg and Toom End Joint Purchasing Cooperation
Germany: The German DIY chain Hellweg and Toom Baumarkt (Rewe Group) have ended their cooperation in the joint purchasing of DIY Union....
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Jul 28, 20241 min read
Wickes Plans Redundancies Amid Cost-Saving Measures
UK: DIY retailer Wickes has announced plans to cut 200 kitchen and bathroom advisor roles, putting 500 staff into consultation. Despite...
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Jul 25, 20241 min read
FGI Industries Forays into Indian Market
India: FGI Industries Inc, renowned for its kitchen and bathroom solutions, has entered the Indian market by establishing FGI Industries...
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Jul 25, 20241 min read
Black Pelican Group Marks 20th Anniversary, Announces Expansion Plans in Nigeria
Nigeria: Black Pelican Group, celebrating its 20th anniversary, announced plans for manufacturing expansion and new product introductions...
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Jul 24, 20241 min read
Bathroom Mountain selects Panther Logistics as its delivery partner
UK: Bathroom Mountain, an online bathroom retailer, has signed a 3-year contract with Panther Logistics, a specialist in 2-person...
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Jul 22, 20241 min read
Dornbracht Joins BMA, Aligning on Environmental Ambitions
UK: The Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA) has welcomed Dornbracht as its newest member. Founded in 1950, Dornbracht is a leader in...
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Jul 22, 20241 min read
Gas Prices and Imports Strain Indonesia's Ceramics Industry
Indonesia: High gas prices and the influx of low-priced imported goods have led to a decline in Indonesia's ceramic tile industry,...
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Jul 19, 20241 min read
RFL and JOMOO Sign Exclusive Distribution Agreement in Bangladesh
Bangladesh: RFL, Bangladesh's leading business conglomerate, has been appointed as the exclusive distributor of China's renowned...
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Jul 18, 20241 min read
Ideal Bathrooms Partners with Kaldewei to Distribute Eurowa Bath Range
UK: Ideal Bathrooms has announced a new partnership with Kaldewei to distribute the Eurowa bath range. This collaboration aims to enhance...
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Jul 17, 20241 min read
OLI Acquires French Distributor Regiplast for 7.11 million USD
France: The Portuguese sanitary ware manufacturer OLI has acquired the French company Regiplast for 7.11 million USD, aiming to increase...
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Jul 12, 20241 min read
Villeroy & Boch Reorganizes Management Following Ideal Standard Acquisition
UK: Bathroom brand Villeroy & Boch has completed a structural reorganisation of its management board responsibilities, effective August...
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Jul 2, 20241 min read
Roca Group Acquires Italian Faucet Manufacturer Idral
Italy: Roca Group, a global leader in bathroom product design, production, and marketing, has acquired Idral, a manufacturer specializing...
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Jul 2, 20241 min read
Vado Forays into Bathroom Furniture Market in the UK
UK: Brassware manufacturer Vado has introduced the Cameo range of furniture and ceramics, expanding its offerings to become a generalist...
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Jul 1, 20241 min read
Ideal Standard Vidima Celebrates 90th Anniversary in Bulgaria
Bulgaria: Ideal Standard Vidima, a prominent industrial firm in Bulgaria, celebrated its 90th anniversary on Saturday with an event in...
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Jun 30, 20241 min read
Ceramica Catalano Acquired by Mittel Subsidiary for 100.6 million USD
Italy: Mittel Spa announced that its subsidiary, Italian Bathroom Design Group Srl, has signed a binding preliminary agreement to...
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