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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.


Samsung and LG Target European HVAC Market with AI-Powered Solutions
SAMSUNG Europe: Samsung Electronics and LG Electronics are intensifying their efforts to capture the European HVAC market with AI-driven...
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Mar 17, 20251 min read


California Launches First State Plan to Achieve Heat Pump Goal
Heat Pump California: California has introduced the nation’s first statewide plan to accelerate heat pump adoption, aiming to meet its 6...
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Mar 17, 20251 min read


Panasonic Invests $32.86 million in Tado to Scale Heat Pump Solutions
Panasonic Germany: Japanese electronics giant Panasonic has invested €30 million ($32.86 million) in German startup Tado, strengthening...
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Mar 17, 20251 min read
Melun and Vaux-le-Pénil Invest $82.1 Million to Expand Geothermal Heating
Paris: The municipalities of Melun and Vaux-le-Pénil in Seine-et-Marne are expanding their geothermal district heating network with the...
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Mar 17, 20251 min read
Uzbekistan Mandates Solar Panels and Efficient Heating in New Buildings by June 2025
Uzbekistan: Starting June 1, 2025, Uzbekistan will require all new and renovated buildings to install solar panels, water heaters, and...
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Mar 17, 20251 min read


Transcom HVAC Signs Deal for Bangladesh's Largest VRF Project
Transcom Bangladesh: Transcom HVAC has signed an agreement to execute Bangladesh's largest variable refrigerant flow (VRF) project for...
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Mar 12, 20251 min read
Indian AC Makers Struggle with Summer Demand Amid Compressor Shortage
INDIA: Indian air conditioner (AC) manufacturers may struggle to meet peak summer demand due to insufficient domestic compressor...
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Mar 12, 20252 min read


Honeywell to Acquire Sundyne for USD 2.2 Billion
Honeywell US: Honeywell has announced the USD 2.2 billion acquisition of Sundyne, a leading manufacturer of centrifugal pumps and gas...
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Mar 9, 20251 min read
AC Prices in India Set to Rise by 4-5% Due to Supply Issues
India: Indian air conditioner manufacturers are set to increase prices by 4-5% due to rising input costs and supply chain disruptions....
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Mar 9, 20251 min read
Bahrain's Air Conditioner Imports Surge Over 50% Amid Construction Boom
Bahrain: In January 2025, Bahrain imported 10,000 air conditioners at a cost of BD 2 million (USD 5.3 million), a significant increase...
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Mar 9, 20251 min read


Carrier and Google Cloud Partner to Enhance AI-Powered Energy Management
Carrier and Google Cloud Partner to Enhance AI-Powered Energy Management USA: Carrier Global Corporation has partnered with Google Cloud...
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Mar 7, 20251 min read


Panasonic and EMCO Partner to Expand Heat Pump Distribution in Canada
Panasonic and EMCO Partner to Expand Heat Pump Distribution in Canada Canada: Panasonic Canada Inc. has formed a strategic partnership...
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Mar 7, 20251 min read
Taiwan Expands Energy-Efficient Equipment Subsidy Programme for Businesses
Taiwan: The Ministry of Economic Affairs in Taiwan has opened applications for its commercial energy-efficient equipment subsidy...
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Mar 7, 20251 min read
Paloma Rheem Holdings Receives Approval to Acquire Fujitsu General
India: The Competition Commission of India has approved Paloma Rheem Holdings' acquisition of Fujitsu General for USD 1.6 billion....
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Mar 7, 20251 min read


LG Group Chairman Reviews Indian Operations Amid Expansion Plans
LG Group Chairman Reviews Indian Operations Amid Expansion Plans India: LG Group Chairman Koo Kwang-mo visited LG Electronics'...
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Mar 7, 20251 min read
Bikat Plans Expansion to Double Production by 2026
Spain: Bikat, a manufacturer under the Coproven Group, has announced an investment plan aimed at doubling its production between 2025 and...
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Mar 5, 20251 min read


Marcel Begins AC Exports to Yemen From Bangladesh
Marcel Bangladesh: Marcel, a Bangladesh-based electronics manufacturer, has started exporting air conditioners to Yemen, marking its...
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Mar 5, 20251 min read


Airtron Acquires Sierra to Expand into Western U.S.
Airtron US: Airtron Heating & Air Conditioning has acquired Sierra Air Conditioning, Inc., along with its affiliated companies in Nevada...
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Mar 5, 20251 min read


Daikin Applied Acquires Modular Comfort Systems to Strengthen HVAC Solutions
Daikin US: Daikin Applied Americas has acquired Modular Comfort Systems to expand its HVAC offerings and address evolving energy...
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Mar 5, 20251 min read


Blue Star Anticipates 25-30% AC Sales Growth This Summer
Blue Star India: Blue Star expects air conditioner sales to rise by 25-30% in the upcoming summer season, despite last year’s high growth...
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Mar 5, 20251 min read
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