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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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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
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
Marcel Begins AC Exports to Yemen From Bangladesh
Marcel Bangladesh: Marcel, a Bangladesh-based electronics manufacturer, has started exporting air conditioners to Yemen, marking its...

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Mar 51 min read
Blue Star Anticipates 25-30% AC Sales Growth This Summer
Blue Star India: Blue Star expects air conditioner sales to rise by 25-30% in the upcoming summer season, despite last year’s high growth...

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Mar 41 min read
Midea Malaysia Targets USD 225M Sales in 2025
Midea Malaysia Malaysia: Midea Scott and English Electronics Sdn Bhd (Midea Malaysia) aims to achieve RM 1 billion (approximately USD 225...

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Mar 41 min read
Daikin to Expand Its Indian Business Model into Africa
Daikin Japan: Daikin Industries are leveraging their operations in India to expand into the African market. Speaking at the...


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Mar 41 min read
Sorento Capital Reports US$11.1 Million Revenue in 2Q25, up 10.34% from 1Q25
Bathroom MALAYSIA: Bathroom and kitchen sanitary ware provider Sorento Capital recorded a revenue of US$11.1 million for the second...

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Mar 41 min read
Turkmenistan Completes Construction of New Ceramic Products Plant in Baherden
Sanitary ware TURKMENISTAN: Turkmenistan has successfully completed the construction of a new ceramic products manufacturing plant in the...
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