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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.
Dec 19, 2025


Carrier Collaborates with Sibi to Enhance HVAC Supply Chain Efficiency
INDIANAPOLIS: Carrier and Sibi are collaborating to transform the HVAC industry through enhanced data-driven efficiency and a new...
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Aug 8, 20241 min read


TECE Announces New Production Plant in Croatia, Plans to Close Wuppertal Facility
Croatia: The TECE Group is planning to build a new production site in Novska, Croatia, with construction starting in 2024. The purchase...
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Aug 6, 20241 min read


Panasonic Collaborates with a Leading Distributor in the UK to Drive Renewable Heating Solutions
UK- Wolseley, a leading distributor of plumbing and heating products, and Panasonic Heating & Cooling have announced an enhanced...
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Aug 6, 20241 min read
VitrA Appoints Cadco as its First ‘Vitality Partner’ in Northern Ireland
Ireland: VitrA has appointed Cadco as their first VitrA Vitality Partner in Northern Ireland. Cadco, an independent family-run business...
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Aug 6, 20241 min read


Franklins European Bathrooms Goes into Liquidation
New Zealand- Auckland-based, family-owned bathroom ware and plumbing supplies business Franklins has gone into liquidation. The company...
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Aug 6, 20241 min read


Hansgrohe Launches New Installer Loyalty Scheme in the UK
UK: Hansgrohe has introduced a new scheme to reward its installers in the UK. The Talisman Loyalty Programme allows professionals who...
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Aug 6, 20241 min read
UK Tile Supplier CTD Faces Collapse Amidst Challenges
UK: CTD Tiles, one of Britain’s largest tile suppliers filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators as advisers rush to find a...
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Aug 6, 20241 min read
Biden-Harris Administration Launches Wisconsin Home Energy Rebates Program to Lower Utility Bills
USA: The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced today that Wisconsin has launched its inaugural Home Energy Rebates program, backed by...
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Aug 5, 20241 min read


Beijer Ref Acquires Spanish AC Manufacturer GIA
SPAIN: Swedish wholesaler Beijer Ref is set to acquire a majority stake in GIA Group, a leading air conditioning supplier in Spain....
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Aug 5, 20241 min read
Tight Mortgage Lending Drives Home Building and Renovation in Thailand
Thailand: As banks tighten mortgage lending, buying a house has become increasingly difficult. As a result, buyers are shifting their...
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Aug 5, 20241 min read
Johnson Controls Announces CEO Succession Plan
Ireland: Johnson Controls has announced that has informed the Board of Directors of his decision to begin the CEO succession process...
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Aug 2, 20241 min read
Kajaria Ceramics First Quarter Profit Falls More Than Expected
INDIA: Kajaria Ceramics, an Indian tile manufacturer, reported a first-quarter profit that fell more than anticipated due to softened...
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Aug 1, 20241 min read


Dornbracht Collaborates with Geberit to Expand Product Range
GERMANY: Dornbracht, a fittings manufacturer, has announced the addition of new flush plates to its extensive range of accessories in...
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Aug 1, 20241 min read
Howdens Gains Market Share After Strong Half-Year Performance
UK: Howdens revealed that it gained market share with revenue of approximately US$1.25 billion during the 24 weeks ending June 15, 2024,...
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Aug 1, 20241 min read
Lixil Appoints New Leader for LWT- India and Subcontinent
INDIA: LIXIL has appointed Priya Rustogi as the Leader for LIXIL Water Technologies (LWT) in India and the Subcontinent. Having operated...
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Aug 1, 20241 min read
Hollenbach Oakley to Expand Midea America's Facility in Louisville
USA: The Louisville-based commercial real estate firm Hollenbach Oakley announced plans to significantly expand Midea America's presence...
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Jul 31, 20241 min read
Concepcion Industrial's Sales Soar in First Half of the Year
Philippines: Hot weather conditions in the Philippines in recent months have significantly boosted Concepcion Industrial Corp. (CIC)'s...
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Jul 31, 20241 min read
LG Partners with Raya Electric to Manufacture Air Conditioners in Egypt
Egypt: Raya Electric, a subsidiary of Raya Holding for Financial Investments, has entered into an agreement with the Korean home...
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Jul 31, 20241 min read


Roca Group Invests in CRB Health Tech's Third Digital Health Fund
UK: Roca Group has invested one million euros in the third fund of CRB Health Tech (formerly Inverbío), named CRB Digital Health III....
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Jul 30, 20241 min read


Panasonic Launches Demonstration of Pure Hydrogen Fuel Cell Generators for Chillers
JAPAN: Panasonic has announced the initiation of a demonstration experiment aimed at using the heat generated from pure hydrogen fuel...
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Jul 30, 20241 min read
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