Condor, one of Algeria’s leading manufacturers of home appliances and electronics, has announced a new partnership with Candy, a renowned Italian brand in the home appliance sector.
According to the Algerian group, Condor has formalized a new partnership agreement with the Italian brand Candy, positioning itself as an industrial partner, manufacturer, and producer of home appliances and electronics in Algeria.Condor emphasized that this collaboration will enable them to diversify their product range with appliances that meet international standards, produced locally. “This collaboration will also allow us to enhance our product portfolio with appliances that comply with international standards, incorporating local production,” Condor explained.
The move aligns with Condor’s strategy to boost its manufacturing capabilities and expand its market footprint, not only within Algeria but also across the region. By integrating Candy’s advanced technology and design expertise, Condor aims to enhance the quality and innovation of its product offerings.
Candy’s Legacy and Market Position
Candy, along with its brands Hoover and Rosières, was acquired by the Chinese home appliance giant Haier in 2018.
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Panasonic Adopts China’s Minimalist Approach to Consumer Electronics Design
In an effort to fend off competition from Chinese rivals like Haier Group and the Midea Group, Japan’s Panasonic Corporation is embracing a minimalist design philosophy inspired by China. Masahiro Shinada, President and CEO of Panasonic Corp., emphasized the need to focus on specific product capabilities while eliminating unnecessary features.
Shinada revealed that Panasonic’s Chinese division has already achieved cost savings by adopting this approach. Going forward, the company plans to increase the number of products designed in China and shipped to Southeast Asia. Additionally, Panasonic aims to enhance collaboration among its design teams across China, Japan, and Vietnam, with a focus on creating “shared models” for different Asian markets. By September 2026, approximately half of the products sold in Vietnam and Malaysia are expected to be these shared models, resulting in increased shipments from China.
This strategic shift represents a departure from Panasonic’s traditional emphasis on local manufacturing and sales. As Chinese and South Korean manufacturers optimize production efficiency and global distribution, Panasonic seeks to adapt and remain competitive.
Despite losing ground in the Japanese market for refrigerators and microwaves due to strong sales of Chinese-made models from rivals like Toshiba (which sold its consumer electronics brand to Midea Group in 2016), Panasonic has found success with its minimalist designs. For instance, the compact Solota personal dishwasher, tailored for young individuals living alone, exceeded its 2023 sales target by 40%. With limited functions, Solota efficiently handles up to six pieces of tableware at a time
Student-designed hand-spun washing machine to help 150,000 people
Hand-spun washing machine designed with the help of University of Bristol students will soon be delivered to 10,000 families across the developing world.
The charity The Washing Machine Project (TWMP) was set-up to relieve the burden on the estimated 5 billion people who wash their clothes by hand.
Now their hand-spun washing machine is being mass produced thanks to the Whirlpool Foundation (part of the kitchen appliance manufacturer Whirlpool Corporation). Whirlpool says the 10,000 machines they produce will impact 150,000 people – most of them women and girls, who spend up to 20 hours a week washing clothes by hand.
The machines have been designed with the help of University of Bristol Engineering Design students.
Over the past three years the students have led projects to refine almost every part of the machine, while also looking at wider improvements, like making it pedal powered and more portable“We can’t thank The Washing Machine Project enough for the support they’ve given to our students and we look forward to seeing where things go next with their exciting new partnership with Whirlpool.”
Haier award winner
Haier, the number one brand in the household appliances sector, has once again distinguished itself as the only Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem brand on the Kantar BrandZ Most Valuable Global Brands 2024 list, marking the sixth consecutive year it has achieved this accolade. This achievement underscores Haier’s enduring global leadership and innovation in integrating technology with user-centric solutions.
Princess Tristar, the compact for Nespresso capsules
Princess launch a multi-capsule machine to taste all the flavors of coffee elegant and sinuous shapes that contain high-performance technology. The 20 bar high pressure pump extracts flavor and aroma in every nuance with a creamy consistency. The brand’s recent creation also boasts a removable 900ml tank , for continuous preparation without frequent interruptions. Compact dimensions, to be carried even when travelling. In a camper, for example.The innovation of CM-2300 is accompanied by the multi-capsule machine 249451 by Princess ( photo above ), another brand in the Smartwares Group portfolio, which allows you to choose between five types of coffee : it is in fact compatible with Nespresso, A Modo Mio capsules , Dolce Gusto, with ground coffee and ESE pods . With its stainless steel body it integrates into any environment to enhance the aromas of your favorite coffee thanks to the 19 bar Italian production pump . Designed to make the mixture creamy and enveloping, it offers ease of use and a removable 800 ml tank. One-touch technology allows you to select the cup size and amount of water needed
Haier & Candy launch new dishwasher
Introducing the new generation of dishwashers featuring our two hero products: Candy Rapido’ and Haier I-Pro Shine Series 6.
The Haier I-Pro Shine Series 6 enhance the dishwashing experience by reaching up to A-30 energy class declaration and delivering 60% better cleaning performance.
The Candy Rapido’ is the fastest and most spacious dishwasher on the market, offering a wide range of rapid cycles to suit every need. It is more sustainable than ever, with an A energy class declaration.
Both dishwasher series are equipped with the #hOn app-enabled features that maximize energy savings while delivering a superior cleaning experience and minimizing environmental impact.
SharkNinja summerofsport campaign
SharkNinja has announced new partners Peter Crouch, Thierry Henry and Bastian Schweinsteiger and launched their SummerOfSport campaign
AMDEA
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Midea Group take over Teka Group
After the conclusion of a competitive sales process, our shareholder HERITAGE B has reached an agreement to divest Teka Group to Midea Group, including all operations related to appliances and sinks and the group’s three brands: Teka, Küppersbusch and Intra. Becoming part of Midea Group will increase our capabilities in different strategic and operational areas, enhancing our competitiveness in an increasingly complex and dynamic market. This transaction will undoubtedly enable us to strengthen our competitive position, opening a new era for Teka Group whilst safeguarding our legacy with over 100 years of history. Founded in 1968, Midea is a listed technology group with more than 190,000 employees worldwide. Headquartered in Foshan, Guangdong province (China), the Asian group closed 2023 with a turnover of 48 billion euros. Midea’s business activities include household appliances, air conditioning products, services and components for industry, robotics and automation. The deal is subject to the required approvals by relevant regulators. The closing of the transaction is expected in the coming months. Teka Group closed 2023 with c.€600m of gross sales and an adjusted EBITDA margin of 7%, a particularly positive and resilient profit performance despite post-Covid market adjustments, and supply chain issues, amongst others
Vestel Ranks Among Turkey’s Top Three Most Valuable Brands
Vestel, a significant home appliance manufacturer operating in Turkey, has once again demonstrated its growing market influence by securing a spot among the top three in the Brand Finance study titled ‘Turkey’s Most Valuable Brands’. According to the 2023 results, the company has achieved a brand value of $917 million.
Duygu Badem Uylukcuoglu, the General Manager of Marketing at Vestel, highlighted the company’s pride in its export success, with products reaching 163 countries worldwide. The firm is focused on enhancing user experience through innovative designs and technologies, aligning with its vision to be a global technology company. Uylukcuoglu expressed, “Our experience-focused approach, the sports sponsorships we are proud to pioneer in Turkey, and our corporate social responsibility efforts work towards a more equitable future.”
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