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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.

India’s Refrigerant Transition: Paving the Path to Climate-Friendly Cooling
India is set to undergo a crucial phase in its refrigerant transition, focusing on phasing down high global warming potential (GWP)...
geetika_tandon
Mar 34 min read


Aux Enters Vietnam with New Air Conditioning Solutions
Aux Enters Vietnam with New Air Conditioning Solutions Vietnam: Aux Air Conditioning has launched in the Vietnamese market, hosting...
brg_news_room
Mar 31 min read


House Votes to Overturn Biden-Era Water Heater Regulation
House Votes to Overturn Biden-Era Water Heater Regulation USA: The U.S. House of Representatives passed a resolution to block a...
brg_news_room
Mar 31 min read

Daikin Opens New Egypt HQ, Expands Regional Presence
DAIKIN Egypt: Daikin has inaugurated its new headquarters in New Cairo City, Egypt, strategically located in Marakez District 5. The...
brg_news_room
Mar 21 min read


European Ventilation Market On Path to Recovery
The European ventilation market is on its path to recovery European Ventilation Market: Cooling Down, Then Heating Up? Sales of most...
brg_news_room
Feb 283 min read

Midea Completes Acquisition of Arbonia Climate
Midea Completes Acquisition of Arbonia Climate Germany: Midea Group has finalised the acquisition of Arbonia Climate, integrating it with...
brg_news_room
Feb 271 min read


Electrolux Group to Expand Operations and Exports in Egypt
Expand Operations and Exports in Egypt Egypt: Electrolux Group has decided to retain its business operations in Egypt after a final...
brg_news_room
Feb 271 min read


UK Government Rejects Gas Boiler Ban Despite Climate Pressure for Heat Pumps by 2040
Rejects Gas Boiler Ban Despite Climate Pressure UK: The Government has dismissed recommendations from its independent climate advisers to...
brg_news_room
Feb 271 min read

LG Electronics Targets 60% Growth in U.S. B2B Home Appliance Market
Targets 60% Growth in U.S. USA: LG Electronics is set to expand its presence in the U.S. B2B home appliance market, projecting over 60%...
brg_news_room
Feb 271 min read

Italy Revises Tax Deductions for Renovations and Energy Efficiency in 2025
Italy Revises Tax Deductions for Renovations and Energy Efficiency in 2025 Italy: Italy has implemented changes to its tax deduction...
brg_news_room
Feb 261 min read

Johnson Controls-Hitachi and DSEU Inaugurate HVAC Training Center in India
Johnson Controls-Hitachi India: Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning India and Delhi Skill and Entrepreneurship University (DSEU)...
brg_news_room
Feb 251 min read

Nigerian Government Introduces New Energy Performance Standards for Room Air Conditioners
Nigeria Nigeria: The Federal Government of Nigeria has approved new Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) and energy labeling for...
brg_news_room
Feb 251 min read

Blue Star Projects Strong Growth with Increased Production Capacity
Blue Star India: Blue Star, an air conditioning and commercial refrigeration company, anticipates closing the current fiscal year with...
brg_news_room
Feb 251 min read

Qvantum Partners with Service Box for Heat Pump Aftersales Support
Qvantum UK: Qvantum Energy Technology has partnered with Service Box to establish a nationwide service and maintenance network for its...
brg_news_room
Feb 251 min read

Kensa Expands Operations with New Internal Drilling Division in UK
KENSA United Kingdom: Ground source heat pump manufacturer Kensa has established an in-house drilling service to enhance its...
brg_news_room
Feb 231 min read


Government of India Allocates Further $ 772.5 million Production Linked Incentive for HVAC Sector
Heat Pump India: HVAC&R sector in India is set for major growth, driven by urbanization, infrastructure expansion, and energy efficiency....
brg_news_room
Feb 231 min read


Bangladesh Government Sets Strict Guidelines for AC use in the Coming Summer
Air Conditioner Bangladesh: Bangladesh is struggling with high electricity bills, putting pressure on the treasury due to heavy...
brg_news_room
Feb 231 min read

Wolong Electric and Twin City Fan & Blower Partner to Advance Green Building Solutions
Partner to Advance Green Building Solutions USA: During North America’s premier HVACR industry show, Wolong Electric Group and Twin City...
brg_news_room
Feb 191 min read


India’s AC Industry Faces Potential Summer Supply Crunch Amid Compressor Shortage
AC INDIA: Air conditioner (AC) manufacturers may struggle to meet peak summer demand if it surpasses a certain threshold, as domestic...
brg_news_room
Feb 182 min read


Uzbekistan Imported 457,200 Air Conditioners in 2024 with China Leading as Top Supplier
AC UZBEKISTAN: In 2024, Uzbekistan imported a total of 457,200 air conditioners worth US$104 million, according to the Central Statistics...
brg_news_room
Feb 181 min read
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