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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.


Competition Commission of India Approves Bosch Acquisition of JCI’s HVAC Business
Bosch India: Bosch Group has received approval from the Competition Commission of India (CCI) under the Green Channel route for its USD 8...
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Feb 121 min read


Hungary’s New Urban Planning and Construction Regulations in Force
Hungary Hungary: Hungary's construction regulations are undergoing significant changes with the introduction of Act C of 2023 on...
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Feb 121 min read
Housing Crisis in Germany Deepens Amid Slowdown in Residential Construction
Germany: Germany's housing sector faces a significant slowdown, with only 230,000 new apartments and houses expected to be built in 2025,...
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Feb 121 min read


Hansgrohe Eyes Double-Digit Growth in India, Driven by Strong Market Performance
Hansgrohe India: Hansgrohe, the German sanitary fittings manufacturer, expects double-digit year-on-year growth in India through...
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Feb 111 min read


LIXIL Expands Physical Presence with Water Experience Center in New York
Lixil US: LIXIL has opened the LIXIL Water Experience Center in New York City, reinforcing the role of physical stores in home product...
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Feb 111 min read


Carrier Global Q4 Profit Surges on Strong HVAC Demand
Carrier US: Carrier Global posted a better-than-expected fourth-quarter profit, driven by strong demand for heating, ventilation, and air...
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Feb 111 min read


Bangladeshi AC Manufacturers Call for Fairer Procurement Policies to Compete with Foreign Brands
Air Conditioner BANGLADESH: Local air conditioner (AC) manufacturers in Bangladesh are advocating for "fair" government procurement...
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Feb 111 min read


Viessmann Introduces New Ductless Heat Pump Systems in Canada for Extreme Climates
Heat Pump GERMANY: Viessmann Canada, a subsidiary of Germany-based Viessmann Climate Solutions under Carrier Global Corporation, has...
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Feb 111 min read


Beyond, Inc. Acquires BuyBuy Baby for $5 Million with Plans to Revive Brick-and-Mortar Stores
DIY Store USA: Beyond, Inc., the parent company of Bed Bath & Beyond, is acquiring baby apparel and accessories brand BuyBuy Baby in a $5...
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Feb 111 min read


HPA Unveils New Annual Service Checklists to Boost Heat Pump Efficiency and Reliability
Heat pump UK: The Heat Pump Association (HPA) has introduced new Annual Service Checklists for Air, Ground, and Water-to-Water Heat...
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Feb 111 min read
Flanders Launches Task Force to Tackle Housing Crisis with Allocation Worth USS$6.1 billion
BELGIUM: Flanders is forming a task force to promote larger, more affordable, and sustainable housing, as announced on Monday in the...
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Feb 111 min read
Austria’s Construction Prices Rise Moderately in 2024 Amid Ongoing Challenges
AUSTRIA: Construction prices in Austria saw a moderate increase of 1.3% in 2024 compared to the previous year, according to the latest...
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Feb 112 min read
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