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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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6 days ago2 min read
The Rise of Modular Bathroom Furniture: Redefining Flexibility and Personalisation
The Rise of Modular Bathroom Furniture In recent years, bathroom furniture has gained prominence across global markets. In fact, modular...


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6 days ago3 min read
Bathroom Design Trends in Asia: Influence of Cultural and Religious Practices
Bathroom Design Trends in Asia Bathroom culture in Asia is deeply shaped by cultural, religious, and practical considerations. Across the...


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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...


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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...

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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%...

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Feb 251 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)...

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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...

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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...

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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...


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Feb 231 min read
Morbi's Ceramic Industry Faces Export Decline in 2025 Amid Global Trade Wars
Bathroom Tiles India: Morbi, a prominent hub for ceramic tile manufacturing, is experiencing a downturn in exports due to several...

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Feb 231 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...


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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....


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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...

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Feb 191 min read
Moen Partners with Bathline Acquaviva to Enter Indian Sanitary Ware Market
Moen India: US-based kitchen and bathroom fittings brand Moen has announced its entry into the Indian market through a partnership with...

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Feb 191 min read
Oli Records USD 79 Million Turnover in 2024, Targets USD 86.1 Million for 2025
Targets USD 86.1 Million for 2025 Portugal: Portuguese manufacturer Oli achieved a turnover of EUR 75.2 million (USD 79 million) in 2024,...

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Feb 191 min read
Kingfisher Sells Brico Dépôt Romania to Altex Romania for USD 73.5 Million
Sells Brico Dépôt Romania to Altex Romania Romania: Kingfisher plc has announced the sale of its Brico Dépôt Romania business to Altex...

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Feb 191 min read
OBI Group Takes Over All OBI Locations in Switzerland
Takes Over All OBI Locations Switzerland: The OBI Group is set to assume control of all OBI stores in Switzerland, including ten existing...

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Feb 191 min read
Roca Group Earns EcoVadis Platinum Medal for Sustainability Excellence
Earns EcoVadis Platinum Medal UK: Roca Group has received the prestigious Platinum Medal from EcoVadis, the world's most recognized...

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Feb 191 min read
KWC Group Acquires Newcastle Joinery Ltd to Expand Sanitary Solutions
Acquires Newcastle Joinery Ltd UK: KWC Group has acquired Newcastle Joinery Ltd (NJL), a specialist based in York, Great Britain,...

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Feb 191 min read
Hansgrohe Group Earns EcoVadis Platinum Medal for Sustainability Excellence
Earns EcoVadis Platinum Medal UK: Hansgrohe Group has been awarded the EcoVadis Platinum Medal, placing it among the top 1% of the...
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