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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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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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May 17, 20241 min read
Villeroy & Boch Integrates Ideal Standard's March Figures For The First Time
UK: As a result of acquisition, the Villeroy & Boch Group generated consolidated revenue (including license income) of € 277.1 million...
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May 17, 20241 min read
Wilcon’s Earnings Down by 23% due to Easter Holidays
Philippines: The home renovation store Wilcon Depot Inc. had a 23.1% decline in first-quarter earnings to P740 million (US$ 12.82...
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May 16, 20241 min read
Michael Marriott Promoted to CEO of Waterline in UK
UK: Michael Marriott has been appointed as the CEO of Waterline, a supplier of kitchen furniture and appliances to independent retailers...
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May 16, 20241 min read
IKEA India Teams Up with Rhenus to Establish Warehouse Near Gurugram
India: IKEA India has forged a partnership with global logistics firm Rhenus to establish a sizable warehouse facility near Gurugram,...
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May 16, 20241 min read
KWC Group Sells Home Division to Paini
Italy: In a strategic move, the Equistone-backed KWC Group has announced the partial sale of its home division to Paini S.p.A, an Italian...
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May 15, 20241 min read
US based FGI Industries Starts 2024 with Strong Revenue Growth
USA: FGI Industries, a leading supplier of kitchen and bath products, is off to a successful start in 2024. The company recently...
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May 15, 20241 min read
Toto Targets U.S. as China Sales Slump
USA/Japan: Leading Japanese sanitaryware maker, Toto, is setting its sights on a major expansion in the United States. They aim to double...
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May 13, 20241 min read
Grohe to Rejoin ISH in 2025 After Restructuring EMEA Operations
EU/IMEA: Grohe has announced the division of its EMEA region into two parts—Europe and IMEA (India & Subcontinent, Middle East including...
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