USA - Schattdecor has officially launched its new Hotmelt Adhesive production line at its Lexington, South Carolina, facility. The first roll of material featuring pre-applied Hotmelt came off the line on November 14, marking a significant step forward for the...
Sascha Groß, Managing Director of Hettich, to Leave at Year-End
GERMANY – Sascha Groß , Managing Director of Hettich Holding, has decided to leave the company at the end of the year. During his 20 years at Hettich, Groß has played a key role in the expansion of international production sites and has made significant contributions...
Surteco Rejects Banasino Investments Mandatory Offer
GERMANY – On November 19, 2024, the Management Board and Supervisory Board of Surteco Group SE published a joint statement regarding the mandatory offer from Banasino Investments S.à r.l., in compliance with Section 27 of the German Securities Acquisition and Takeover...
Hettich is Now Official Member of the German Design Council
GERMANY - Hettich, the East Westphalian fittings manufacturer, is now an official member of the German Design Council and has been included in the 2025 edition of the publication The Major German Brands. The Council's cross-industry network connects business and...
Surteco Performance Within Forecast in 9M-2024
GERMANY – In the first nine months of 2024 (9M-2024), the Surteco Group’s sales revenues increased by 4% to EUR 662.2 million, compared to EUR 637.3 million in 9M-2023. This growth was primarily driven by the consolidation of the acquired Omnova divisions for nine...
Hawa Sliding Solutions Expands with Klein Acquisition
SWITZERLAND - On October 15, 2024, Hawa Sliding Solutions AG acquired the Klein group, headquartered in Barcelona, Spain. Both companies are leaders in the sliding door solutions market, and this acquisition strengthens Hawa's global position. Founded in 1931, Klein...
Leadership Transition at Schattdecor North America
USA - With the announcement of Flavio Nunes’ return to Brazil, CEO since 2015, a new team of directors will assume management of the North American unit effective October 14, 2024 The board, which will be shared between David Sheehan, CEO (Sales, Design, Marketing and...
Neodecortech Recognized Among Best Managed Companies in Italy
ITALY - Neodecortech, based in Filago and a producer of decorative papers for wooden panels and flooring for interior design, has been recognized as one of the winners of the 2024 Best Managed Companies Award. This award is promoted by Deloitte Private, in...
PhoneAlone introduces product featuring Välinge’s Threespine
SWEDEN - PhoneAlone ApS, a Danish manufacturer of soundproof telephone booths, integrates Välinge Innovation's Threespine Click Furniture technology into its new product line. The company has quickly established its innovative booths in the European market, providing...
Wilsonart Releases Its 2023 Sustainability Report
USA - Wilsonart, a world-leading engineered surfaces company, recently announced the release of its 2023 Sustainability Report. This report, now available on the company’s website, highlights Wilsonart’s ongoing commitment to sustainability and transparency in its...
Interzum 2025 to Highlight Circular Economy and Biobased Solutions
GERMANY - The circular economy and biobased solutions will be the focus of interzum 2025, highlighting sustainable resource management in furniture production and interior design. From May 20 to 23, 2025, the leading international trade fair will showcase various...
Grass Receives Plus X Award for Highest Customer Satisfaction in Germany 2024
GERMANY - Every year, the prestigious Plus X Award conducts a survey to identify the top brands in Germany with the highest levels of customer satisfaction. After careful evaluation of more than 11,000 votes, Grass was honored with the Plus X Award for “Germany’s...