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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


Government Abandons Plan to Ban New Gas Boilers by 2035, Despite Push for Heat Pumps
Heat Pump UK: The Government plans to abandon the proposed ban on new gas boiler replacements from 2035, despite advocating for a...
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Jan 7, 20251 min read
Ripples Expands National Presence with New Showroom in Norwich
UK: Ripples, the UK's bathroom retail franchise, has strengthened its national footprint with the opening of a new showroom in Norwich....
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Jan 7, 20251 min read


Germany's Economic Downturn Triggers Political Turmoil Amid Global Pressures
GDP GERMANY: Germany, the world’s third-largest economy, recorded a nominal GDP of $4.7 trillion in 2024, according to the International...
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Jan 7, 20251 min read


B&Q Ireland Expands Store Network with Acquisition of Three Homebase Stores
B&Q Ireland Expands Store Network with Acquisition of Three Homebase Stores Ireland: DIY retailer B&Q Ireland has acquired three...
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Jan 3, 20251 min read
Gas Supply Halt Creates Energy Crisis in Transnistria
Moldova: The separatist region of Transnistria in Moldova has suspended heating and hot water for approximately 450,000 residents after...
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Jan 3, 20251 min read
Thompson & Leigh Expands Reach with Drakes Plumbing Supplies Acquisition
UK: Thompson & Leigh, a bathroom retailer and plumbers' merchant, has acquired Drakes Plumbing Supplies through a pre-pack deal arranged...
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Jan 3, 20251 min read
UK House Prices Rise in 2024 Amid Market Challenges
UK: UK house prices rose by 4.7% in 2024, with the average property valued at GBP 269,426 (USD 339,000) by year-end, though prices remain...
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Jan 3, 20251 min read


Reflex Austria Expands Operations with New Vienna Facility
Reflex Austria Expands Operations with New Vienna Facility Austria: Reflex Austria has relocated to a new 340-square-metre facility in...
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Dec 30, 20241 min read


Mitsubishi Electric Acquires Crystal Air to Strengthen European Data Center Services
Mitsubishi Electric Ireland: Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announced the acquisition of Crystal Air Holdings Limited, an...
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Dec 22, 20241 min read


Mitsubishi Electric Europe Acquires Irish Air-Conditioning Company Crystal Air
Mitsubishi Electric Europe Acquires Irish Air-Conditioning Company Crystal Air Ireland/Europe: Mitsubishi Electric Europe B.V. has...
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Dec 20, 20241 min read


Increased Funding Announced for Low-Carbon Heat Pump Installation in Jersey
Increased Funding Announced for Low-Carbon Heat Pump Installation in Jersey UK: The government has increased funding for residents...
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Dec 20, 20241 min read
Alpac Group Appoints New CEO
Italy: Windows monoblock and decentralised Controlled Mechanical Ventilation pioneer Alpac Group has announced a substantial...
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Dec 19, 20241 min read


Fujitsu General Appoints Steve Milnes as Northern Sales Manager of UK
Fujitsu General UK: Fujitsu General Air Conditioning UK has appointed Steve Milnes as Northern Sales Manager. Milnes brings extensive...
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Dec 18, 20241 min read


Airzone Expands UK Operations to Drive Net-Zero Emissions Targets
Net-Zero Emissions Targets UK: Airzone, a leading European manufacturer of HVAC control and integration systems, has officially expanded...
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Dec 18, 20241 min read


European Countries Struggling to Make Heat Pumps Affordable
Struggling to Make Heat Pumps Affordable Europe: A new study from the European Heat Pump Association (EHPA) reveals that most European...
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Dec 18, 20241 min read


Mark Climate Technology Acquires Heber for Sustainable Climate Solutions
Heat Pumps GERMANY: Mark Climate Technology, a leading expert in climate control systems and a portfolio company of Bolster Investment...
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Dec 17, 20241 min read
Construction Downturn Shrinks UK GDP in October
UK: A decline in construction output contributed to a contraction in the national gross domestic product (GDP) in October, according to...
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Dec 17, 20241 min read


Daikin to Supply Heat Pumps for Low Carbon Housing Project with British Gas and Strata
Daikin UK: Daikin has joined forces with British Gas and housebuilder Strata to supply heat pumps for a low-carbon housing project in the...
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Dec 15, 20241 min read


RAK Ceramics Reduces Distribution Partners to Enhance Retail Service
RAK Ceramics UK: RAK Ceramics UK, gearing up for its 25th anniversary in 2025, has announced a streamlined distribution strategy to...
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Dec 15, 20241 min read


Geberit Posts Growth and Profitability Amid 2024 Market Challenges
GEBERIT Switzerland: Geberit achieved better-than-expected results in the first three quarters of 2024, despite challenges such as a...
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Dec 15, 20242 min read
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