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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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4 days ago1 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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4 days ago2 min read
Indian AC Makers Struggle with Summer Demand Amid Compressor Shortage
Air conditioner INDIA: Indian air conditioner (AC) manufacturers may struggle to meet peak summer demand due to insufficient domestic...


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4 days ago1 min read
Bangladesh GDP Set to Surpass $500 Billion for First Time in FY26
GDP BANGLADESH: The Finance Division estimates that Bangladesh’s gross domestic product (GDP) at current prices will reach $517.7 billion...

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4 days ago1 min read
Grohe Appoints Thomas Schachner as New Head of LIXIL Europe
EUROPE: Grohe has announced the appointment of Thomas Schachner as the new leader of LIXIL Europe, effective April 1. With over 15 years...

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7 days ago1 min read
Honeywell to Acquire Sundyne for USD 2.2 Billion
Honeywell US: Honeywell has announced the USD Â 2.2 billion acquisition of Sundyne, a leading manufacturer of centrifugal pumps and gas...


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7 days ago1 min read
AC Prices in India Set to Rise by 4-5% Due to Supply Issues
Air Conditioner India: Indian air conditioner manufacturers are set to increase prices by 4-5% due to rising input costs and supply chain...


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7 days ago1 min read
Bahrain's Air Conditioner Imports Surge Over 50% Amid Construction Boom
Air Conditioner Bahrain: In January 2025, Bahrain imported 10,000 air conditioners at a cost of BDÂ 2 million (USDÂ 5.3 million), a...

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7 days ago1 min read
Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan Implement Free Trade Agreement
Flag of Uzbekistan Uzbekistan/Turkmenistan: On 25 February, Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan's free trade agreement came into effect following...


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7 days ago1 min read
India’s Booming Real Estate Market Drives Demand for Premium Bathrooms
Real Estate India: India’s sanitary ware market is witnessing rapid growth, fuelled by urbanisation, rising incomes, and an increasing...

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7 days ago1 min read
China Sets 5% Growth Target Amid US Tariff Escalation
Flag of China China: China has set an economic growth target of around 5% for 2025, despite challenges from a slowing domestic economy...

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7 days ago1 min read
Taiwan’s Economy to Grow 3% in 2025 Amid Global Uncertainty
Flag of Taiwan Taiwan: Taiwan’s economy is forecasted to grow by 3% in 2025, following a strong 4.3% expansion in 2024, which...

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7 days ago1 min read
CERA Opens Exclusive Luxury Sanitaryware Display Studio in Pune
CERA India: CERA Sanitaryware Ltd. has launched its exclusive company-owned display studio, the CERA Style Studio, in Pune. Located on...


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Mar 71 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 71 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 71 min read
Taiwan Expands Energy-Efficient Equipment Subsidy Programme for Businesses
Taiwan Expands Energy-Efficient Equipment Subsidy Programme for Businesses Taiwan: The Ministry of Economic Affairs in Taiwan has opened...


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Mar 71 min read
Paloma Rheem Holdings Receives Approval to Acquire Fujitsu General
Paloma Rheem Holdings Receives Approval to Acquire Fujitsu General India: The Competition Commission of India has approved Paloma Rheem...

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Mar 71 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 71 min read
Hindware Establishes New Subsidiary for Consumer Products Expansion
Hindware Establishes New Subsidiary for Consumer Products Expansion India: Hindware Home Innovation Limited has set up a wholly owned...

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Mar 51 min read
Home Depot Canada Announces Leadership Changes
Home Depot Canada: The Home Depot has made significant leadership changes, appointing Vinod Nalajala as president of Home Depot Canada,...

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Mar 51 min read
Bikat Plans Expansion to Double Production by 2026
Bikat Plans Expansion to Double Production by 2026 Spain: Bikat, a manufacturer under the Coproven Group, has announced an investment...
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