Bosch strengthens presence in Malaysia with first-ever Flagship Experience Centre showcasing innovation and customer engagement.The centre, located in Damansara Utama, Selangor, embodies Bosch’s commitment to providing a unique and interactive experience for its customers
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Job cuts announced at Whirlpool
Whirlpool made the surprise announcement that the company will be shifting to “a more simplified and focused business model as part of its ongoing portfolio transformation.”
The company confirmed in a prepared statement that the transformation includes job cuts.
Job elimination discussions were said to have commenced this morning. Monday’s focus is apparently looking at reorganizing the top layers of the company and select areas of work.No word yet on the number of job cuts associated with the announcement
Rangemaster new logo
Rangemaster unveils a new logo and brand identity at kbb Birmingham. It coincides with their first appearance at the exhibition in 10 years and a series of manufacturing and range developments within the business following a multi-million-pound investment in their Leamington Spa factory.Implemented a powder paint facility and developed a ‘next generation’ construction across its range cookers. The rollout will begin with the Estel Deluxe and Edge Deluxe families
New Whirlpool chief Executive
Whirlpool Corporation has appointed Richard J. Kramer, former chairman, chief executive officer and president of The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, to the Board of Directors: he will serve on the corporate governance and nominating committee and the human resources committee.
Beko plc partnership with global digital business services leader Teleperformance
Beko plc announce a strategic partnership with global digital business services leader Teleperformance.
This collaboration will enhance Beko plc’s customer care and technical support for customers in the UK and Ireland, covering telephony, live chat, email, and social media, ensuring comprehensive top-tier support at every touchpoint.
The Teleperformance Beko team brings a great level of expertise, ensuring excellence in service delivery. In order to provide the most accurate support, our new cutting-edge ‘Beko Experience’ work environment is equipped with the latest products and technology, allowing for in-depth training for our customer care experts to ensure a great experience across every interaction.
Sharif-Paul Anton, Head of Customer Care, UK & Ireland for Beko plc, expressed his confidence in the partnership, stating: “Teleperformance is the perfect strategic customer experience partner, who are fully aligned with our goals to create customer value and transformational change.”
This collaboration marks a significant step forward in our continued commitment to providing the best possible experience for our customers. We’re excited to see the positive impact that this partnership will have on our customer journey.
UK public concerned about microplastic pollution
The first poll, commissioned by Xeros Technology, found that 80 per cent of the of 1,500 adults polled are concerned about the impact of microplastics on the environment and human health, and 60 per cent said they do not feel the UK government is doing enough to tackle plastic pollution, including that of microplastics.
A separate poll, commissioned by Matter, found that 78 per cent of 2,068 adults polled believe microfibre filters should be made mandatory on all new washing machines sold in the UK, and 58 per cent would be willing to pay more for a washing machine that comes with a microfibre filter.
iRobot narrows its loss
IRobot reported a fiscal fourth-quarter net loss of $63.6 million, or $2.28 a share, compared with a net loss of $84.1 million, or $3.07 a share, in the same quarter a year ago. Adjusted earnings were a loss of $1.82 a share.
Revenue dropped to $307.5 million from $357.9 million in the year-ago quarter Shares of iRobot have plunged 71% over the past year, Last month, Amazon.com called off its planned acquisition of iRobot following opposition from the European Union. IRobot also said it would lay off 31% of its employees, or about 350 people, and that its chief executive, Colin Angle, had stepped down
Whirlpool Partners With BORA To Bring Induction Downdraft To US Market
Whirlpool announced they are joining forces with cooktop downdraft specialist BORA to introduce an induction downdraft cooktop line into the North American market. The news, announced on the eve of kitchen industry’s annual trade show in the Las Vegas, marks the first time a major appliance company has targeted an induction downdraft appliance lineup for the US and Canada.
The announcement comes at a time when induction cooking is starting to finally make inroads stateside. America’s love affair with gas cooktops have kept US adoption of the technology lagging behind that of Europe and other regions, but the design appeal, health benefits, and a slow but steady spread of local restrictions around gas cooktops in new build construction (even as some of these restrictions have been overturned) have led to an uptick in adoption of a technology introduced almost a century ago.According to Whirlpool, the new induction downdraft enabled cooktops will be available in the JennAir and KitchenAid brands in North America starting in the second half of 2025
Gas stoves emit nanocluster aerosol that may get deep into your respiratory system
Cooking on your gas stove can emit more nano-sized particles into the air than vehicles that run on gas or diesel, possibly increasing your risk of developing asthma or other respiratory illnesses, a new Purdue University study has found.Based on these findings, the researchers would encourage turning on a kitchen exhaust fan while cooking on a gas stove.
The study, published in the journal PNAS Nexus, focused on tiny airborne nanoparticles that are only 1-3 nanometers in diameter, which is just the right size for reaching certain parts of the respiratory system and spreading to other organs
Currys rejects second takeover offer from US firm Elliott
Currys has rejected a second takeover approach from US firm Elliott, saying the offer “significantly undervalued” the electronics chain.
Elliott valued the retailer at around £757m, up from its initial £700m valuation earlier this month.
The US company is up against Chinese rival JD.com which has also expressed an interest in buying the British firm
