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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.

Indonesia Joins BRICS Bloc as Full Member
Indonesia Joins BRICS Indonesia: Indonesia has officially become the newest member of the BRICS group, joining Brazil, Russia, India,...
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Jan 81 min read


Vietnam's 2024 GDP Growth Accelerates to 7.09% Amid Strong Exports
GDP VIETNAM: Exports in 2024 surged by 14.3% year-on-year to $405.53 billion, driven by strong shipments of electronics, smartphones,...
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Jan 71 min read


Vietnam Targets One Million Social Housing Units by 2030
Houses VIETNAM: A significant shortfall in social housing construction highlights the urgent need for strong policies to boost business...
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Jan 72 min read


Bangladesh's Walton Starts Exports to Central Africa
Air Conditioner BANGLADESH: Bangladesh’s AC brand Walton has expanded its air conditioner business into the Cameroonian market with the...
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Jan 71 min read


Fujitsu to Sell 44% Stake in Fujitsu General to Paloma Rheem for $584 Million
Paloma JAPAN: Fujitsu Ltd. has announced that it will sell its 44% stake in Fujitsu General Ltd. to Paloma Rheem Holdings Co. for $584...
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Jan 71 min read


Singapore Economy Sees Strong Growth in 2024
Economic Growth Singapore: The Singapore economy grew by 4.0% in 2024, marking its fastest annual growth since the pandemic recovery, up...
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Jan 11 min read


Ukraine Halts Gas Transit, Signaling the End of Russia’s Gas Era in Europe
Ukraine stops transit through gas pipelines Russia: Russian gas exports via Soviet-era pipelines running through Ukraine were halted on...
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Jan 11 min read

Samsung Electronics Makes Entry into the US Heat Pump Market
Samsung Electronics South Korea/US: Samsung Electronics has announced the launch of its Eco Heating System (EHS) at CES 2025 in Las...
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Dec 25, 20241 min read


Thailand Drives Green Cooling Innovation to Advance Sustainable Refrigeration Technologies
Air Conditioner THAILAND: Thailand is a key player in the global refrigeration industry, recognized as one of the world’s leading...
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Dec 24, 20241 min read

Construction Sector Faces Skills Shortages Amid Transition in Australia
Construction Australia: Infrastructure Australia’s latest market capacity report highlights ongoing challenges in the construction...
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Dec 22, 20241 min read

Ranjan Lanka Collaborates with Zero Technologies to Launch Air Conditioners in Sri Lanka
Zero Technologies Sri Lanka: Ranjan Lanka Private Limited has introduced Zero brand air conditioners to the Sri Lankan market, sourced...
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Dec 18, 20241 min read

Daikin and Rechi Precision Form Joint Venture to Manufacture Compressors for Indian HVAC Industry
Daikin and Rechi Precision Form Joint Venture IN: Daikin India and Rechi Precision Co. Ltd. have entered into a partnership to establish...
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Dec 18, 20241 min read

Solar PV and Heat Pumps Dent Sales of Solar Water Heaters in China
The demand for solar thermal water heaters is currently facing a downturn in China, driven by the rapid expansion of photovoltaic (PV)...
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Dec 16, 20242 min read

SS Steel to Invest $16.7 Million to Acquire 75% Stake in Southeast Union Ceramics
SS Steel Bangladesh: SS Steel Limited, a listed engineering company, has announced plans to acquire 75% of Southeast Union Ceramics...
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Dec 15, 20242 min read

Tangshan Drives Hebei's Ceramic Export Boom with Customized Designs and Upgraded Production
Chinese Flag China: Tangshan City, the "Porcelain Capital of North China," has driven a resurgence in Hebei Province's ceramic exports...
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Dec 15, 20242 min read


Australia's Unemployment Rate Drops to Eight-Month Low in November
Unemployment Rate Australia: Australia's jobless rate fell unexpectedly to 3.9% in November, the lowest in eight months, as employment...
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Dec 11, 20241 min read


EPACK Durable Begins Construction of Manufacturing Plant in India
EPACK Durable Begins Construction IN: EPACK Durable Limited (EDL) has begun construction of a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in...
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Dec 11, 20241 min read

Tropicana Corp Signs First Residential Project with Banyan Group, Partners with Samsung and Kohler
First Residential Project with Banyan Group Malaysia: Tropicana Corp Bhd has signed a partnership agreement with Singapore-based Banyan...
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Dec 11, 20241 min read


Air Conditioner Company AUX Launches Operations in Bangladesh, Boosts Local Manufacturing
AUX Bangladesh: AUX, one of China’s top three air conditioner brands, has officially commenced operations in Bangladesh, marking the...
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Dec 9, 20241 min read


Gas Supply Shortage May Increase Australian Household Bills
Gas Supply Shortage May Increase Australian Household Bills Australia: Australia is reportedly facing a gas supply issue that could lead...
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Dec 6, 20241 min read
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