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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


LG Electronics Partners with Lucky Suki to Deliver Advanced Cooling Solutions Across All Branches
HVAC THAILAND: LG Electronics (Thailand) Co., Ltd., has joined forces with Miracle Planet Co., Ltd., the operator behind the rapidly...
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Apr 22, 20251 min read


U.S. Finalizes High Tariffs on Southeast Asian Solar Products Amid Trade Dispute
Trade USA: U.S. trade authorities have finalized significant tariffs on most solar cells imported from Southeast Asia, marking a major...
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Apr 22, 20252 min read


Duravit Expands Distribution Partnership with a Well-Known Distributor TDP for U.S. Market
Duravit Expands Distribution Partnership with a Well-Known Distributor TDP for U.S. Market USA: Duravit has announced an expansion of its...
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Apr 21, 20251 min read


W&R Barnett Acquires Majority Stake in Symphony Group; Gilbert-Ash Moves to Employee Ownership Model
W&R Barnett Acquires Majority Stake in Symphony Group; Gilbert-Ash Moves to Employee Ownership Model Ireland/UK: W&R Barnett, a...
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Apr 21, 20251 min read


ARROW Partners with DASH to Enter Vietnam Sanitary Ware Market
Arrow Vietnam: ARROW, a global provider of smart bathroom solutions, has officially entered the Vietnamese market through a strategic...
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Apr 20, 20251 min read


Master Partners with Hitachi for Expansion of Residential HVAC Products Across Canada
Hitachi Canada: Master has announced the national rollout of Hitachi residential HVAC systems through its distribution network across...
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Apr 20, 20251 min read


Mr. DIY Plans Expansion into Czech Republic and Hungary
Mr DIY Czech Republic/Hungary: Malaysian retail chain Mr. DIY has announced plans to enter the Czech Republic and Hungarian markets,...
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Apr 17, 20251 min read


Steve Breen Appointed Commercial Director – Europe at Eczacıbaşı Building Products
Steve Breen Appointed Commercial Director – Europe at Eczacıbaşı Building Products Europe: Eczacıbaşı Building Products has appointed...
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Apr 17, 20251 min read
UAE Pledges USD 1.4 Trillion U.S. Investment Over 10 Years
UAE: A 10-year, USD 1.4 trillion investment framework had been committed to by the United Arab Emirates in the United States following...
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Apr 16, 20251 min read
ASEAN Vows No Retaliation Against U.S. Tariffs
Southeast Asia: ASEAN economic ministers had decided against imposing any retaliatory measures in response to the newly announced U.S....
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Apr 16, 20251 min read
Fitch Upgraded Pakistan’s Credit Rating to ‘B-’ Amid Progress on Fiscal Reforms
Pakistan: Global credit rating agency Fitch upgraded Pakistan’s foreign currency credit rating from ‘CCC+’ to ‘B-’, citing increased...
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Apr 16, 20251 min read
California Introduces Bill to Boost Heat Pump Adoption
USA: California’s Senate Bill 282, known as the “Heat Pump Access Act,” aims to simplify the state’s permitting process for heat pump...
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Apr 16, 20251 min read


Rinnai Launches Free Inspection Program for Older Bathroom Heaters Over Fire Risk
Rinnai Launches Free Inspection Program for Older Bathroom Heaters Over Fire Risk Japan: Rinnai Corporation has initiated a free...
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Apr 16, 20251 min read


Daikin India Invests USD 60 Million in New R&D Centre in Rajasthan
Daikin India Invests USD 60 Million in New R&D Centre in Rajasthan India: Daikin India has inaugurated its third research and development...
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Apr 16, 20251 min read


Energy Ministry Announces Enhanced Grants for Malta Households to Adopt Energy and Water-Saving Technologies
Grant MALTA: Maltese and Gozitan households now have greater opportunities to access government support for adopting energy-efficient and...
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Apr 15, 20251 min read


Stiebel Eltron UK's John Felgate to Lead Domestic Heat Pump Association
Heat Pump UK: John Felgate, Head of Technical at leading heating products manufacturer Stiebel Eltron UK, has been appointed Chairman of...
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Apr 15, 20251 min read


Govt Plans Incentives to push Switch From old ACs to 5-star Models in India
Air Conditioner INDIA: In a move to curb rising electricity consumption and promote the adoption of energy-efficient technologies, the...
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Apr 15, 20251 min read


RAK Ceramics Opens Milan Design Hub Showcasing Global Brand Portfolio
RAK Ceramics ITALY: RAK Ceramics, a leading manufacturer of bathrooms and tiles, has invested over €1 million in the launch of its new...
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Apr 15, 20251 min read


Japan Resists Pressure Ahead of US Tariff Talks, Warns of Economic Risks
GDP JAPAN: Japan has signaled it will not make major concessions or rush into a deal as it prepares for upcoming tariff negotiations with...
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Apr 15, 20251 min read


Trade Cooperation Strengthened by China, Japan and South Korea Amid US Tariff Concerns
Trade Cooperation Strengthened by China, Japan and South Korea Asia: Trade cooperation has been agreed upon by China, Japan, and South...
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Apr 15, 20251 min read
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