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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
Rubinetterie Stella Ramps Up Growth with In-House Production and Global Expansion Plans
ITALY: Following its acquisition by Nobili Rubinetterie in 2009, Rubinetterie Stella, a historic company based in Piedmont known for...
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May 14, 20251 min read


Victorian Plumbing Reports Strong Half-Year Results, Plans Homewares Launch Under MFI Brand
Victorian Plumbing Reports Strong Half-Year Results, Plans Homewares Launch Under MFI Brand UK: Victorian Plumbing Group has reported...
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May 14, 20252 min read
Cost of Major Home Building Projects Drops by Up to 28%
UK: According to Checkatrade there was a significant decline in the cost of major home building projects in the first quarter of 2025....
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May 14, 20251 min read
Construction Activity Continues to Rise for Another Month in Ireland
Ireland: Irish construction activity recorded further growth in April, according to the AIB Ireland Construction Total Activity Index....
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May 14, 20251 min read


Viega Group to Establish New Production Site in Saarland
Establish New Production Site Germany: The Viega Group has announced an investment of approximately 160 million USD (150 million EUR) for...
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May 12, 20251 min read


Whitebirk Sink Company Expands Operations and Product Range
Whitebirk Sink Company Expands Operations and Product Range UK: Whitebirk Sink Company, a fireclay sink manufacturer based in Lancashire...
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May 12, 20251 min read
TECE GmbH Acquired a Spanish Sanitaryware Firm Absara Industrial S.L.
GERMANY: TECE GmbH has successfully completed the acquisition of Absara Industrial S.L., a Spanish manufacturer of mineral cast sanitary...
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May 12, 20251 min read


Heibad Files for Insolvency Amid Restructuring Efforts
Heibad Files for Insolvency Amid Restructuring Efforts Germany: Heibad Badmöbel Vertriebs GmbH has filed for insolvency under...
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May 11, 20251 min read


Bauhaus Switzerland to Open New Centres in Ticino and Zurich Regions
Bauhaus Switzerland to Open New Centres in Ticino and Zurich Regions Switzerland: Bauhaus Switzerland will open its first specialist...
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May 8, 20251 min read


GSI Ceramica Begins Distribution in France Through JS Aquatop
GSI Ceramica Begins Distribution in France Through JS Aquatop France: Italian sanitary ceramics manufacturer GSI Ceramica has expanded...
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May 7, 20251 min read


Air Conditioner Prices in Russia Rise 10–15% Amid Currency and Logistics Issues
Prices in Russia Rise 10–15% Russia: The average cost of air conditioners in Russia increased by 10–15% over the past year, according to...
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May 7, 20251 min read


UK Government Proposes Expansion of Boiler Upgrade Scheme to Boost Heat Pump Adoption
Proposes Expansion of Boiler Upgrade Scheme UK: Households in the UK could soon benefit from expanded options to upgrade their home...
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May 7, 20251 min read


Geberit Reports Rise in Q1 Sales Amid Market Challenges
Geberit Reports Rise in Q1 Sales Amid Market Challenges Switzerland: Geberit Group has reported a 4.9% year-on-year increase in net sales...
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May 6, 20251 min read


MHK Group Launches Bathroom Modernisation Concept in Werl
MHK Group Launches Bathroom Modernisation Concept in Werl Germany: The MHK Group officially opened a new facility in Werl, North...
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May 5, 20251 min read
Ambiance Bain Introduces New Brand Identity
UK: Bathroom manufacturer Ambiance Bain has announced a new brand identity, moving away from its previous design style. The company...
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May 1, 20251 min read


UK Government Expands Support for Heat Pump Sector
UK Government Expands Support for Heat Pump Sector UK: The UK government has announced an expansion of its support for the heat pump...
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May 1, 20251 min read


Trane Technologies Reports Revenue Growth in First Quarter of 2025
Trane Technologies Reports Revenue Growth in First Quarter of 2025 Ireland: Trane Technologies has reported revenues of USD 4.7 billion...
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May 1, 20251 min read


Koelplan Nederland Acquires Majority Stake in All Climate BV
Koelplan Nederland Acquires Majority Stake in All Climate BV Netherlands: Koelplan Nederland, a provider of climate solutions for the...
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May 1, 20251 min read


Contura Shower AB Files for Bankruptcy Following Reported Losses
Contura Shower AB Files for Bankruptcy Following Reported Losses Sweden: Contura Shower AB, based in the municipality of Karlshamn, filed...
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Apr 28, 20251 min read


Blanco Opens Brand Experience Centre in Germany
Blanco Germany: Blanco has launched a new Brand Experience Centre at its headquarters in Oberderdingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany....
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Apr 27, 20251 min read
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