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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


Affordable Air Conditioners Drive Surge in Popularity of Chinese Brands in Brazil
Air conditioners BRAZIL: Brazilian consumers are increasingly drawn to Chinese products, particularly air conditioners, which are...
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May 15, 20251 min read
Jay’s Heating, Air & Plumbing Expands into Virginia with Acquisition of V & H Heating & Cooling
USA: Jay’s Heating, Air & Plumbing, a well-established provider of home comfort solutions in North Carolina and Virginia, has announced...
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May 15, 20251 min read
Rubinetterie Stella Ramps Up Growth with In-House Production and Global Expansion Plans
ITALY: Following its acquisition by Nobili Rubinetterie in 2009, Rubinetterie Stella, a historic company based in Piedmont known for...
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May 14, 20251 min read


Victorian Plumbing Reports Strong Half-Year Results, Plans Homewares Launch Under MFI Brand
Victorian Plumbing Reports Strong Half-Year Results, Plans Homewares Launch Under MFI Brand UK: Victorian Plumbing Group has reported...
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May 14, 20252 min read


Samsung Buys FläktGroup for USD 1.68B to Expand Global HVAC Reach
Buys FläktGroup Korea: Samsung Electronics has acquired 100% of FläktGroup Holding GmbH, a German HVAC company, for EUR 1.5 billion (USD...
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May 14, 20251 min read
New Affordable Housing Initiative Commences in Hà Nam
Vietnam: Construction has begun on a new social housing project in Duy Tiên Town, Hà Nam Province, spanning over 25,000 sq.m and set to...
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May 14, 20251 min read


BDR Thermea Signs Strategic Agreements with Midea Group
BDR Thermea Signs Strategic Agreements with Midea Group China: BDR Thermea Group has entered into several strategic cooperation...
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May 14, 20251 min read
Cost of Major Home Building Projects Drops by Up to 28%
UK: According to Checkatrade there was a significant decline in the cost of major home building projects in the first quarter of 2025....
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May 14, 20251 min read
Construction Activity Continues to Rise for Another Month in Ireland
Ireland: Irish construction activity recorded further growth in April, according to the AIB Ireland Construction Total Activity Index....
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May 14, 20251 min read
Ontario Tables Legislation to Accelerate Housing and Infrastructure Projects
Canada: Ontario’s housing minister has introduced new legislation intended to accelerate residential construction and reduce development...
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May 14, 20251 min read


Viega Group to Establish New Production Site in Saarland
Establish New Production Site Germany: The Viega Group has announced an investment of approximately 160 million USD (150 million EUR) for...
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May 12, 20251 min read


Whitebirk Sink Company Expands Operations and Product Range
Whitebirk Sink Company Expands Operations and Product Range UK: Whitebirk Sink Company, a fireclay sink manufacturer based in Lancashire...
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May 12, 20251 min read
Stout Sanitaryware Opens Exclusive Display Centre in India
INDIA: Stout Sanitaryware has opened a new display centre in Goregaon West, Mumbai, India, offering a hands-on experience of its premium...
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May 12, 20251 min read
TECE GmbH Acquired a Spanish Sanitaryware Firm Absara Industrial S.L.
GERMANY: TECE GmbH has successfully completed the acquisition of Absara Industrial S.L., a Spanish manufacturer of mineral cast sanitary...
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May 12, 20251 min read
China’s Jinsheng Ceramics Announces $100 Million Expansion Project in Jordan
JORDAN: China’s Jinsheng International Ceramics has unveiled a $100 million expansion initiative for this year aimed at establishing...
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May 12, 20252 min read


India Purchases 14 million AC Units Annually, Demand Continues to Rise
AC INDIA- India recorded an all-time high of 14 million air conditioning units sold in 2024, reflecting a surge in demand driven by...
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May 12, 20251 min read
China’s Export Strength Shows in April, Up 9.3% Despite Tariffs
CHINA: Despite the implementation of steep new U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods beginning in early April, China’s exports rose by 9.3%...
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May 12, 20251 min read
Malaysia’s Residential Construction Surges in Q1 2025 Amid Slower Property Transactions
Malaysia: Malaysia’s residential property sector showed strong construction momentum in Q1 2025 despite a slowdown in overall property...
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May 11, 20251 min read


Heibad Files for Insolvency Amid Restructuring Efforts
Heibad Files for Insolvency Amid Restructuring Efforts Germany: Heibad Badmöbel Vertriebs GmbH has filed for insolvency under...
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May 11, 20251 min read


Bauhaus Switzerland to Open New Centres in Ticino and Zurich Regions
Bauhaus Switzerland to Open New Centres in Ticino and Zurich Regions Switzerland: Bauhaus Switzerland will open its first specialist...
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May 8, 20251 min read
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