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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


JT Atkinson Opens New Bathroom Showroom in Otley
JT Atkinson UK: JT Atkinson, a seventh-generation family business established in 1860, has opened a new bathroom showroom at Otley Mills...
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Dec 11, 20241 min read


Hansgrohe Provides Product Solutions for the New John & Will Silo-Hotel in Bremen
Hansgrohe Germany: The John & Will Silo-Hotel by Guldsmeden Hotels, located in the middle of Bremen's Überseestadt district, opened this...
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Dec 11, 20241 min read


Plumbing and Heating Q3 Sales Reflect Ongoing Market Challenges
Plumbing and Heating Q3 Sales Reflect Ongoing Market Challenges UK: Figures from the Plumbing and Heating Merchants Index (PHMI) for the...
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Dec 11, 20241 min read


GRIG Strengthens Its Presence in Spain with the Acquisition of Airlan
Air Conditioner Spain: The Giordano Riello International Group (GRIG), the parent company of Aermec, has acquired the Spanish air...
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Dec 10, 20241 min read
Geberit Forms New Distribution Partnerships with Claygate Distribution and KB Bathrooms
UK: Bathroom manufacturer Geberit has recently partnered with Claygate Distribution and KB Bathrooms as authorized distributors for its...
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Dec 10, 20241 min read
Ireland's Housing Output Set to Reach 40,000 Units Next Year, Leading New Completions in Europe
IRELAND: Ireland is projected to lead the way in new housing completions among 19 European countries this year as it works to meet...
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Dec 10, 20242 min read
Scottish Construction Costs Ease Amid Tendering Challenges
Scotland: Construction input costs in Scotland have risen by an average of 4% over the past year, according to the Building Cost...
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Dec 9, 20241 min read
UK Construction Sector Sees Growth Driven by Commercial Projects
UK: The UK’s construction sector experienced an acceleration in growth in November 2024, driven by an increase in demand for office...
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Dec 6, 20241 min read
Albania Sees Decline in Building Permits Despite Increase in Project Value
Albania: Albanian authorities issued 354 building permits in the third quarter of 2024, representing a 1.9% decline compared to the same...
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Dec 6, 20241 min read


Panasonic Completes Acquisition of Polish Refrigeration Firm
Poland: Panasonic Corporation's Cold Chain Solutions Company (Panasonic CCS) has completed the acquisition of 100% of the shares of Area...
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Dec 6, 20241 min read
Lasselsberger Expands Production with New Energy-Efficient Tile Lines in Czech Republic
Czech Republic: The Lasselsberger Group, a major European ceramic producer with manufacturing facilities in Romania, Hungary, the Czech...
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Dec 6, 20241 min read


Greece Launches Exoikonomo 2025 Program to Support Heat Pump Installations
Greece: Greece has announced the "Exoikonomo 2025" program to enhance energy efficiency in homes and businesses, offering grants for heat...
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Dec 4, 20241 min read


Inflation Falls for Sixth Consecutive Month as Household Prices Decline in Turkey
Turkey: Turkey's annual inflation rate eased for the sixth consecutive month in November, dropping to 47.1% from 48.6% in October. While...
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Dec 4, 20241 min read
The Danesmoor Group Strengthens Leadership Team with Key Appointments in Sales and Marketing
UK: The Danesmoor Group, specialists in supplying products and services to the UK’s kitchens, bedrooms, and bathrooms sectors, has...
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Dec 3, 20241 min read


Bagnodesign Refines Retail Strategy, Targets High-End Showrooms
UK: Bathroom brand Bagnodesign, part of the Sanipex Group, is refocusing its retail strategy by halting online sales, including those via...
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Dec 1, 20241 min read


Heat Pump Sales Affected as Oil and Gas Heating Systems Resurge in Switzerland
Switzerland: Switzerland's transition to environmentally friendly heating is slowing, with heat pump sales falling by about one-third in...
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Dec 1, 20241 min read


Daikin to Introduce CO₂ VRV Air Conditioning Range
UK: Daikin is set to launch a new VRV air conditioning system using R744 (CO₂) refrigerant in the UK and European markets in April 2025....
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Nov 29, 20241 min read


Qvantum Expands UK Presence with Focus on Sustainable Heating Solutions
UK: Qvantum, a Swedish heat pump manufacturer, has strengthened its UK operations by establishing a showroom and office in London to...
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Nov 27, 20241 min read


Dornbracht Partners with The Kitchen Sink Company to Enhance UK Distribution
UK: Dornbracht, a manufacturer of high-end brassware, has announced a distribution partnership with The Kitchen Sink Company to enhance...
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Nov 27, 20241 min read


Carver Group Expands UK HVAC Market Reach with Acquisition of S&P Coil Products
UK: The Carver Group, a Walsall-based business specializing in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), has acquired S&P Coil...
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Nov 26, 20241 min read
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