Most laundry operators quote the invoice price. The real cost only appears over years of use.
Electrolux Professional calculates that the purchase price of a professional washer or tumble dryer is about 10% of its total lifetime cost. The other 90% is water, energy and detergent. That finding underpins the new Generation 7000 range, launching with Compact Power undercounter models at ExpoDetergo in Milan.
Flama Mastergrill EVO Wins German Design Award Gold 2027
Portuguese appliance maker Flama S.A. has secured the prestigious German Design Award Gold 2027 for its Mastergrill EVO portable charcoal grill in the Excellent Product Design – Gardening and Outdoor Living category.
The award, conferred by the German Design Council, recognises outstanding industrial design that balances innovation, functionality and aesthetics. Flama highlighted the distinction as validation of its ongoing commitment to products that combine contemporary styling with strong everyday performance.
Coway Airmega Mighty2 named one of TIME’s Best Inventions of 2026
South Korean firm Coway’s latest air purifier has been included in TIME magazine’s Best Inventions of 2026 list in the Household category.
The Airmega Mighty2 (model AP-1512N) was described by TIME as “the double-duty air purifier” for combining strong filtration with real-time air quality monitoring.
Samsung reportedly set to exit Hong Kong home appliance market
Samsung Electronics is reportedly preparing to withdraw from Hong Kong’s home appliance market, following its decision to stop appliance sales in mainland China earlier this year.
The reported move would see Samsung end local sales of major domestic appliances, including refrigerators, washing machines, air conditioners and vacuum cleaners.
The company is understood to have begun preparing for the withdrawal over the past one to two months. Several major appliance categories on Samsung Hong Kong’s website are already showing products as sold out.
Continue readingElectrolux Professional Posts Sharp Profit Rebound in Q3
Electrolux Professional, the Swedish maker of commercial kitchen, beverage and laundry equipment, reported third-quarter results on October 28. Profit recovered strongly and sales grew again after a soft first half.
Continue readingVersuni Introduces Compact SENSEO Vibe Coffee Machine
Versuni has unveiled the SENSEO Vibe, its most compact SENSEO coffee machine, designed to meet demand for space-saving appliances without compromising on convenience.
LG Electronics grows Q3 revenue 8.9% as appliance margins come under pressure
LG Electronics reported strong revenue growth in the third quarter of 2026, although its home appliance division faced increased cost pressures.
The South Korean group recorded consolidated revenue of KRW 23.82 trillion, up 8.9% year on year, while operating profit increased 13.5% to KRW 781.9 billion.
Arçelik Reports 6.2bn Lira Loss as 2026 Outlook Is Downgraded
Turkish appliance manufacturer Arçelik has reported a net loss of TRY 6.2 billion for the third quarter of 2026, alongside falling sales and lower profitability.
The Beko owner recorded revenue of TRY 139 billion for July to September, down 14% year on year from TRY 161.4 billion. Revenue was affected by weak demand, pricing pressure and challenging international market conditions.
Is Currys the Next Target in Europe’s Electricals Shake-Up?
Consolidation is sweeping through European consumer electronics retail, and Currys may be the one major player left on the sidelines.Analysts at RBC Capital Markets think there is room for more deal-making in the sector. They’ve kept their “outperform” rating on Currys with a 195p price target, roughly 32% above its 148p share price on 22 October.
Continue readingBosch 800 Series Cooktop and Dishwasher Win Good Housekeeping 2027 Awards
Bosch Home Appliances has secured two wins in the Good Housekeeping 2027 Kitchen Awards, with its 800 Series 36-inch induction cooktop and 24-inch dishwasher recognised for their performance and innovation.
The induction cooktop features AutoChef technology, which automatically regulates cooking temperatures, alongside SpeedBoost and 17 power levels for precise heat control.
