CATA Appliances is now a full member of AMDEA. Trading with its service arm as Apelson Appliances, the company will support work on sustainability, repairability and regulation, and take part in the Repair Before Replace campaign.
AMDEA stands for the Association of Manufacturers of Domestic Appliances (also branded as The UK Home Appliance Association). It is the primary UK trade association representing the majority of manufacturers, importers, and distributors of household appliances
ASKO Professional has made its first appearance at Expodetergo International, the textile care trade show held in Milan from October 23 to 26, 2026. The Swedish brand used the show to bring its commercial laundry and dishwashing range to an international audience in this sector.
Continue readingThe Chinese robot vacuum market in 2026 is in the middle of a clear shift. After years of chasing ever-higher specs and premium price tags, the industry is recalibrating. Basic cleaning performance and coverage are reclaiming the spotlight as consumers grow less willing to pay steep premiums for flashy but secondary features.
Continue readingCuisinart is bringing a fresh splash of colour to kitchen worktops with the launch of a new collection featuring 11 countertop appliances in six nature-inspired shades.
Announced on 9 November 2026, the Cuisinart Color Collection combines the brand’s existing small appliance range with a new choice of colours designed to complement modern kitchen interiors.
The six shades are Tahini, Bayside, Sage, Toasted Oat, Blush and Blue, offering consumers more opportunities to coordinate appliances with their kitchen décor.
Continue readingLG is highlighting its long history of washing machine motor technology, showcasing an LG washing machine from 1998 to demonstrate how its engineering has evolved over almost three decades.
The company points to its Inverter Direct Drive (DD) Motor as an important milestone in appliance development. The technology helped reduce unnecessary mechanical losses while delivering more precise washing machine operation.
Two months before CES 2027 opens, the first Innovation Awards out, and LG is already on the list.
The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) has released its first CES 2027 Innovation Awards, which recognize the most innovative products and technologies in consumer tech. LG Electronics picked up several honors in the Home Appliances category.
Anker eufy has introduced the Omni S2 Pro, a new flagship robot vacuum and mop that combines powerful cleaning performance with dual-action floor disinfection. The model builds on the earlier Omni S2 with higher suction, an upgraded mopping system, and the addition of UV-C technology designed to improve hygiene on hard floors.
Continue readingAPPLiA Europe is calling for a major update to European product legislation, arguing that the proposed European Product Act (EPA) must modernise the Single Market while creating fairer competition for home appliance manufacturers and retailers.
In a policy paper published on 20 April 2026, the European home appliance industry association sets out recommendations aimed at simplifying regulations, improving product safety and adapting legislation to the growing importance of e-commerce, digital product information and the circular economy.
Samsung, Haier, Midea, Hisense, LG and other major players are racing to put AI cameras inside refrigerators. The latest wide-angle vision systems in Samsung’s Bespoke range are only the most visible example. The real question is bigger than inventory tracking or a camera that can “see” what’s on the shelves.
Continue readingLiebherr has expanded its fully integrated refrigeration portfolio with five new XL and XXL models, offering increased storage capacity for modern kitchens.
The new range includes three XXL integrated fridge-freezers and two XL integrated refrigerators, designed for 194cm-high kitchen niches.
