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A consolidated turnover of 81.9 million euros and a sharp improvement in margins compared to the first quarter of 2014.

Through close cooperation with leading plant manufacturers, Vetriceramici has expanded its range of products for the production of double-loading porcelain tiles.

The Turkish manufacturer has chosen the 4Phases packaging machine and Multigecko to upgrade its end-of-line department.

For the whole of 2015, the company is offering its customers a series of benefits including comprehensive service and a 40-month warranty on selected products after online registration.

At Ceramics China (Guangzhou, 1-4 June), SITI B&T Group is showcasing its complete range of plant and machinery for the ceramic industry, from clay preparation to product finishing.

Italian technological excellence takes centre stage at Ceramics China. The Italian manufacturers will meet customers during an evening devoted to Italian cuisine and design.

Some 60% of exhibitors will be from foreign countries. The Exhibition is will be held in Munich from 20 to 23 October.

One of its most interesting new products, the special sorting line belt has been adopted by 10 of the world's 25 largest tile producers.

The 44th Encontro Nacional and the 18th Expoanicer will be taking part from September 16th to 19th.

Sanita Ceramics Pvt Ltd has chosen the Italian company to supply a complete plant to begin production of large-format porcelain tiles.

Marcheluzzo Impianti is continuing its positive growth in Russia and neighbouring countries.

The satin finishing machine for large panels produced by CMF Technology has been adopted by Spanish company TheSize.

The innovative high-definition inkjet marking system is adopted on the 4-Phases packaging machine from System.

During 2015, Ceric is due to commission 5 new brick plants in Algeria with a total capacity of 780,000 tons of clay bricks a year.

Alfonso Panzani is replaced by Andrea Zannoni as Chairman and Andrea Lodetti as CEO.

Growth across all divisions, with Ceramics at +5%. 20 million euros of investments in R&D in 2014. Further turnover growth forecast in 2015.

The renowned Italian design firm has begun a six-month open house programme with dedicated initiatives culminating at Cersaie.

The Fiorano Modenese-based company has installed IE3 high-efficiency motors and the new Eagle NRG transmission.

The President of the European tile and brick manufacturers' federation told us how is the sector confronting the crisis and what opportunities are there for the future.

Fernando Cuogo, managing director of the company, told us about the 2.5 million euro investment, unique in the heavy clay sector in Italy, which demonstrates the parent company's commitment to strengthening its presence in Italy.