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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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Jan 151 min read
UK Heat Pump Installations Jump 43% in 2024 as Renewables Hit Record Highs
Heat Pump UK: The UK witnessed a significant rise in heat pump installations in 2024, with a 43% increase compared to 2023, according to...


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Jan 151 min read
Mitsubishi Distributor Targets Growth in Thai Air Conditioner Market
Thailand Air Conditioner Market Thailand: Toshiyuki Iizuka, managing director of Mitsubishi Electric Kang Yong Watana Co. Ltd. (MKY), is...

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Jan 151 min read
Mojave Energy Systems Expands into Latin American Market with HVAC Solutions
Mojave Energy Systems US: Mojave Energy Systems has expanded into the Latin American market, targeting countries with 60 Hz electrical...

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Jan 151 min read
Copeland Partners with HVAC Players to Advance Heat Pump Technologies
Copeland US: Copeland, a manufacturer of heating and cooling solutions, has partnered with AAON, an energy-efficient HVAC solutions...

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Jan 151 min read
Carrier Global Launches Initiative to Revolutionize U.S. HVAC Workforce
Launches Initiative to Revolutionize U.S. HVAC Workforce USA: Carrier Global Corporation has announced the Carrier TechVantage...


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Jan 141 min read
Heat Pumps Gain Popularity in Canada as Islanders Embrace Energy Efficiency
Heat Pump Canada: Winter is unavoidable in P.E.I. , but an increasing number of residents are opting for heat pumps to endure the chilly...


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Jan 121 min read
Switzerland Reduces Low-Emission Heating Subsidies by 25% for 2025
Heat Pump Switzerland: In 2023, Swiss voters approved a plan to allocate CHF 200 million ($218 million USD) annually over ten years,...

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Jan 121 min read
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Manufacturers Association (RAMA) Announces Mukundan Menon as New President
RAMA India: Mukundan Menon has been appointed as the President of the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Manufacturers Association...

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Jan 121 min read
Siddharth Saxena to Lead Midea Group's India Operations
Midea India: Midea Group has appointed Siddharth Saxena as the Country Head for its India operations, effective January 2025. With over...


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Jan 101 min read
Ontario Introduces Home Energy Efficiency Rebate Scheme
Ontario Introduces Home Energy Efficiency Rebate Scheme Canada: The government of Ontario is launching the Home Renovation Savings...


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Jan 101 min read
F.W. Webb Expands HVAC Product Offerings with Rheem Partnership
F.W. Webb Expands HVAC Product Offerings with Rheem Partnership USA: F.W. Webb Company has expanded its partnership with Rheem, adding...


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Jan 81 min read
Tax Policy Revised for AC Manufacturing in Bangladesh
Revised Tax Rate for AC Manufacturers Bangladesh: The government has announced a revised income tax rate of 20% for industries involved...

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Jan 81 min read
Panasonic to Launch OASYS Residential Central Air Conditioning System in the US
Panasonic US: Panasonic Corporation’s HVAC Company has announced the release of its OASYS Residential Central Air Conditioning System in...

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Jan 81 min read
Tomoji Miki to Lead Daikin UK as New Managing Director
Tomoji Miki joins Daikin UK: Daikin UK has announced the appointment of Tomoji Miki as its new Managing Director, starting 1 January...

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Jan 71 min read
Beijer Ref Finalizes Acquisition of Hungarian HVAC Distributor Cool4U
Acquisition HUNGARY: Beijer Ref has finalized the acquisition of Cool4U, a Hungarian HVAC distributor. In June 2024, Beijer Ref entered...


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Jan 71 min read
Government Abandons Plan to Ban New Gas Boilers by 2035, Despite Push for Heat Pumps
Heat Pump UK: The Government plans to abandon the proposed ban on new gas boiler replacements from 2035, despite advocating for a...


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Jan 71 min read
Biden's Natural Gas Water Heater Ban Sparks Criticism for Impact on Low-Income Households
Water heaters USA: As President Biden's time in office draws to a close, his administration continues to prioritize progressive policies...


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Jan 71 min read
Bangladesh's Walton Starts Exports to Central Africa
Air Conditioner BANGLADESH: Bangladesh’s AC brand Walton has expanded its air conditioner business into the Cameroonian market with the...


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Jan 71 min read
Fujitsu to Sell 44% Stake in Fujitsu General to Paloma Rheem for $584 Million
Paloma JAPAN: Fujitsu Ltd. has announced that it will sell its 44% stake in Fujitsu General Ltd. to Paloma Rheem Holdings Co. for $584...


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Jan 31 min read
Gas Supply Halt Creates Energy Crisis in Transnistria
Gas Supply Halt Creates Energy Crisis in Transnistria Moldova: The separatist region of Transnistria in Moldova has suspended heating and...
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