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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


Toto Targets U.S. as China Sales Slump
USA/Japan: Leading Japanese sanitaryware maker, Toto, is setting its sights on a major expansion in the United States. They aim to double...
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May 15, 20241 min read
Dwelling Construction to Witness Significant Growth in Thailand's Major Tourist Destinations
Thailand: In contrast to Bangkok, which only managed to introduce 2,300 condo units, Phuket and Pattaya both surpassed the 3,000-unit...
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May 14, 20241 min read
Korean Firms Aim to Establish Local Green Technology Production in Uzbekistan
UZBEKISTAN: Korean enterprises are striving to establish local manufacture of environmentally friendly technologies in Uzbekistan. As...
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May 14, 20241 min read


Grohe to Rejoin ISH in 2025 After Restructuring EMEA Operations
EU/IMEA: Grohe has announced the division of its EMEA region into two parts—Europe and IMEA (India & Subcontinent, Middle East including...
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May 13, 20241 min read


Carrier Discontinues Using Toshiba Brand Name in Japan
Japan/Europe: Carrier has made the decision to remove the Toshiba brand from its associated Toshiba Carrier entities. This decision comes...
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May 10, 20241 min read
Daikin Chairman Noriyuki Inoue to Retire
Japan: Daikin Industries announces leadership changes following their upcoming general shareholder meeting in late June. Noriyuki Inoue,...
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May 10, 20241 min read


Systemair Acquires PHEM Engineering in Malaysia
MALAYSIA: The air handling unit manufacturer PHEM Engineering SDN. BHD. in Malaysia has been acquired by Systemair ABs. Apart from air...
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May 9, 20241 min read


Rising Temperatures in India Fuel Surge in AC Demand, Manufacturers Increase Prices
India: Soaring temperatures across India, especially in North and Central regions, fuelled a surge in AC demand in the month of April...
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May 7, 20241 min read
RAK Ceramics Q1 Profits Plunge By 70% in Bangladesh
Bangladesh: RAK Ceramics Bangladesh, leading tile and sanitaryware company, witnessed a staggering 70.5% drop in profits for the first...
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May 7, 20241 min read
Indonesia Implements Measures to Restrict Imports of Electrical Goods
Indonesia: The Ministry of Industry in Indonesia has introduced a regulation that limits the import of electronic products such as air...
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May 7, 20241 min read
Seoul Government to Provide Housing Subsidy to Married Couples with Newborns
Korea: The Seoul Metropolitan Government announced on Sunday that it will provide housing subsidies to couples who do not own a home and...
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May 6, 20241 min read
Kazakhstan Expects to Commission Over 110 million sq. m. of Housing Constructions by 2030
Kazakhstan: Kanat Sharlapaev, Minister of Industry and Construction of the Republic of Kazakhstan, has indicated what the future holds...
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May 6, 20241 min read
Abu Dhabi Launches $953M Residential Project for UAE Citizens
Saudi Arabia: A Dh3.5 billion ($953 million) initiative to provide 1,146 villas for UAE citizens has been unveiled in Abu Dhabi. Sheikh...
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May 6, 20241 min read


Saudi Minister Ends Beijing Visit, Strengthens Ties in Real Estate Development
China: Majed Al-Hogail, Saudi Minister of Municipal, Rural Affairs, and Housing, just returned from a fruitful visit to Beijing, where he...
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May 6, 20241 min read
Australia to Miss Target of 1.2 Million New Homes by 2029, According to State of the Housing System Report
According to an independent analysis, if current trends continue, Australia would fall short of its goal of building 1.2 million new...
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May 6, 20241 min read
Daikin MEA Appoints Bahrain Distributor
Bahrain: Almoayyed Contracting Group has been designated as the new Daikin Middle East and Africa FZE distributor in Bahrain. Through the...
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May 6, 20241 min read
The HVAC Market is the Focus of LG Electronics' Ultra-Large Air Conditioner Chiller
Korea: According to a statement released by LG Electronics on the first, Chiller has experienced an average sales rise of about forty...
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May 2, 20241 min read
Simpolo Vitrified Strengthens Position in Maharashtra with Opening of Simpolo Gallery in Gondia
India: Simpolo Vitrified unveiled its 3600-square-foot exclusive tiles and sanitary ware emporium in Gondia, Maharashtra. Simpolo's...
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Apr 30, 20241 min read


Havells India's M-Cap Surpasses Rs 1 trillion (USD 11.9 B)
India: Havells India has become a member of the exclusive group of businesses with a market capitalization of one trillion rupees, or...
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Apr 26, 20241 min read
Sri Lanka's Inflation Drops to 2.5% in March
Sri Lanka's consumer price inflation fell to 2.5% in March from 5.1% in February, according to official statistics released on Monday, as...
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Apr 25, 20241 min read
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