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May 11, 2026

Colorobbia’s annual event returns to Vietnam on 22 and 23 May to showcase Italian technology in Far Eastern markets.

European ceramics pay the price of unsustainable sustainability

Apr 20, 2026

The European Commission’s new ETS benchmarks undermine the competitiveness and international market presence of the European ceramic industry, putting the sector’s very survival at risk.

Economics and markets

Paolo Lamberti (ACIMAC): “The survival of the industrial supply chain and local communities is at risk”

Apr 20, 2026

The chairman of the Italian ceramic machinery manufacturers’ association expresses deep disappointment over the rejection of the European proposal on ETS.

Economics and markets

Augusto Ciarrocchi: “This is how Europe is pushing its ceramic industry into a corner”

Apr 20, 2026

A stark warning from the President of Confindustria Ceramica, calling on European decision-makers to change course on the ETS.

News

Tiles

Beatrice Lucchese is the new CEO of Florim

May 27, 2026

President Claudio Lucchese’s niece is the third generation of the Lucchese family at the helm of the Italian ceramic group.
Machinery

New Machinery Regulation: the countdown begins

May 27, 2026

The New Machinery Regulation will come into force on 20 January 2027. What changes compared to the previous Directive? What obligations apply to manufacturers, importers and distributors?

Events

6th Freiberg Refractory Symposium 2026

May 26, 2026

A strong driver of decarbonization in thermal process technology.
Machinery

Gruppo B&T and Digital Design at MDW26 with KANSO

May 25, 2026

A demonstration of how aesthetics and technological innovation can redefine materials and push the boundaries of contemporary surfaces.
Events

Tecna 2026: a four-day show exploring the future of surfaces

May 19, 2026

The 29th edition of the Global Expo for ceramics and more will return to Rimini from 22 to 25 September with an entirely new programme of panel discussions, conferences and awards.
Whiteware

Geberit starts 2026 with growth in earnings and profitability

May 18, 2026

The Swiss group posted first-quarter net sales of CHF 873 million and an EBITDA margin of 32.5%.

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In the spotlight

Tiles

Officine Smac automates tile moisture control

Apr 30, 2026

Dry Check is a new solution that measures tile moisture directly on the production line, in real time, combining absolute precision with non-invasive operation.

Technology

Advanced environmental protection and energy savings with AI

May 27, 2026

Projecta unveils 3D Emotions

Apr 28, 2026

New range of SACMI RD Multi-Layer Dryers

Apr 14, 2026

Economics and markets

Machinery

What obligations apply when exporting machinery to Turkey

Mar 18, 2026

With the introduction of Decrees No. 2026/32 and 2026/09 issued by the Turkish Ministry of Trade, a new challenge has begun for exports of machinery and spare parts.

Tiles

2025 U.S. Ceramic Tile Market Update

Mar 11, 2026

Based on available data from U.S. Dept. of Commerce and Tile Council of North America, U.S. ceramic tile consumption in 2025 was an estimated 240.3 million m2, down 4.2% from the previous year, with…
Construction

Algerian construction industry on the rise

Feb 20, 2026

Positive forecasts for 2025 (+4.1%) and steady moderate growth through 2029 (+4.2%).
Tiles

Canada: Slight Decline in the Tile Market in 2025

Feb 13, 2026

Canadian tile consumption in 2025 is estimated at around 31.5 million m², down 1.1% compared to 2024.
Construction

U.S. Residential construction decline is slowing

Feb 13, 2026

In 2025 total U.S. housing starts were 1.34 million, down 1.7% on 2024, while the remodeling sector experienced growth.