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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 to Withdraw from EV Charger Business and Refocus on HVAC
South Korea: LG Electronics has announced its decision to exit the electric vehicle (EV) charger business, citing declining profitability...
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Apr 23, 20251 min read


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


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


China’s Air Conditioner Exports Surge Despite U.S. Tariffs
Air Conditioner Exports Surge China: China’s household air conditioner exports rose sharply in early 2025, thanks to improved product...
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Apr 17, 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


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


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


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


Sabiana, Airwell & Grad AC Systems Launched in Turkmenistan
Turkmenistan Turkmenistan: The official distributor of European and Asian climate control equipment in Turkmenistan supplies products...
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Apr 13, 20251 min read


Fabtech Acquires Majority Stake in Kelvin to Strengthen Cleanroom and HVAC Integration
Fabtech Acquires Majority Stake in Kelvin India: Fabtech Technologies Cleanroom has raised its stake in Kelvin Air Conditioning &...
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Apr 11, 20251 min read


India Tightens Refrigerant Norms Ahead of 2030 HCFC Phase-Out Deadline
Refrigerant Norms Ahead of 2030 HCFC India: The Indian government is set to implement stricter refrigerant regulations by aligning with...
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Apr 11, 20251 min read


Over 4,450 Non-Compliant Products Seized from Amazon Warehouse in Coimbatore by BIS Including Water Heaters
Products Seized from Amazon Warehouse INDIA: The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Coimbatore branch office conducted a search and seizure...
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Apr 11, 20251 min read


Lloyd Expands AC Production Capacity to 3 Million Units Annually
Lloyd Expands AC Production Capacity to 3 Million Units Annually India: Lloyd, a brand owned by Havells India, has expanded its annual...
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Apr 10, 20252 min read


China Imposes Tariffs on U.S. Goods in Response to Trump’s Trade Hikes
China Imposes Tariffs on U.S. Goods in Response to Trump’s Trade Hikes China: China has imposed a 34 percent tariff on all U.S. imports...
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Apr 10, 20251 min read
New US Tariffs Likely to Impact Bangladesh’s Exports
Bangladesh: The United States has introduced a 37 percent tariff on imports from Bangladesh under President Donald Trump's "Reciprocal...
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Apr 10, 20251 min read
Samsung Expands Presence in India's Room Air Conditioner Market
India: Samsung India has reported a two-fold increase in sales within the room air conditioner segment for the March quarter of 2025,...
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Apr 9, 20251 min read


Uzbekistan's Air Conditioner Imports Up 9.2% in Jan–Feb 2025
Air Conditioner UZBEKISTAN: According to uz.kursiv.media , Uzbekistan imported 25.6 thousand air conditioners in January–February 2025,...
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Apr 8, 20251 min read


LG Electronics Q1 Sales Exceed 22 Trillion Won (US$15Billion)
LG logo South Korea: LG Electronics reported record-breaking first-quarter sales, surpassing 22 trillion won (US$ 15 billion) for the...
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Apr 8, 20251 min read
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