In the lead-up to the annual International Roundtable of Household Appliance Manufacturer Associations (IRHMA), APPLiA’s Director General Paolo Falcioni recently engaged in discussions with China’s State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) in Beijing. The meeting centered on the EU Market Surveillance Framework and its crucial role in promoting product safety, regulatory compliance, and consumer protection.
As global markets become increasingly interconnected, such dialogues are pivotal in fostering mutual understanding and collaboration on key regulatory issues. The discussion highlighted opportunities for both regions to address the challenges of globalization, with a particular focus on advancing sustainability and innovation.
The exchange also delved into strategies for enhancing market oversight, navigating the complexities of international trade, and bolstering competitiveness on a global scale.
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Haier targets $2 billion sales in India in 3-4 years
The home appliances maker has earmarked an investment of over Rs 1,000 crore between 2024-2028 to set up new AC Production and Injection Molding Units. It has already ploughed in Rs 2,400 crore in its plants at Pune and Greater Noida so far.
With this new plant, Haier India’s capacity would increase to 4 million units per annum from the present 1.5 million
Groupe Seb results
Groupe Seb published its 2024 annual results, which demonstrate sustained commercial momentum and an improvement in its profitability in a still uncertain economic context. Its turnover reached €8.266 billion and shows an increase of 3.2% in published data and 5% at constant exchange rates and scope.
This performance was mainly driven by the Consumer business , with organic growth of 6% (+9% excluding China). The Group thus returned to solid growth in Western Europe and North America, while Eastern Europe and South America continued their double-digit growth. For its part, the Professional business experienced a year of consolidation after strong performances in 2023. Although its sales fell by 4.5%, 2024 represents the second best year in history in terms of revenue for coffee. ” 2024 was also marked by major strategic advances: the launch of a hub in China for Professional Coffee and the strengthening of our expertise in Professional Culinary with the acquisition of the Sofilac Group ,” said Stanislas de Gramont , CEO.
At the same time, operating profit from activity (ROPA) increased by 10.5% to reach €802 million. The operating margin thus improved to 9.7% of sales, compared to 9.1% in 2023. This increase is explained by a positive volume effect and a decrease in the cost of sales, which more than offset the commercial and marketing investments made to support growth.
Paolo Bertazzoni
Paolo Bertazzoni has been inducted into the NKBA Kitchen & Bath Industry Hall of Fame 2025. This prestigious recognition celebrates his exceptional leadership in Italian design and innovation since 1978, as well as his visionary role as CEO since 1999
Electrolux to keep production in Egypt
After an evaluation of various alternatives, Electrolux Group has decided to retain its business in Egypt since the value is considered to be higher if it remains within the Group.
The business in Egypt includes sales and production of major appliances as well as water heaters and is profitable with well-established and strong brands.
“We have a successful business in Egypt and after evaluating different options, we concluded that it will create a higher value by continuing to be part of the Group”, says Yannick Fierling, President & CEO of Electrolux Group. “Our objectives going forward are to take advantage of the growing market in Egypt and increase our market share as well as to expand export from Egypt.”
The potential divestment of the Group’s business in Egypt was communicated as part of the announcement on July 20, 2023 to initiate preparations for divestment of certain assets. After today’s announcement, this divestment program is closed
Rachel Paget, new deputy general manager @ Groupe Seb
Groupe Seb announced the strengthening of its management team, with the arrival of Rachel Paget as Deputy CEO in charge of human resources. In her new role, she joins the Executive Committee (Comex) and the General Management Committee (CDG), reporting directly to Stanislas de Gramont, CEO of the Group.
EU Commission Is Threatening Jobs and Innovation
By dismissing the appliance sector’s strategic importance, the EU risks undermining its innovation, sustainability, and economic resilience goals. Read more here .https://europeanconservative.com/articles/analysis/eu-commission-is-threatening-jobs-and-innovation/
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The E.G.O.-Group (E.G.O.) has relocated its Mexican site E.G.O. Componentes Electrónicos, S.A. de C.V. (E.G.O. Mexico) to Apaseo el Grande. The new production hall in the Amexhe Industrial Parc has a surface area of approx. 18,000 m², which can be expanded to almost 30,000 m² on a modular basis if necessary. At the state-of-the-art workplaces, approximately 300 employees now produce electronic controllers for dishwashers, clothes dryers, ovens, refrigerators, and washing machines, as well as the EGO HiLight® radiant heating element.
At the official opening, management and employees celebrated this important milestone in the 100-year history of the E.G.O.-Group
Glem gas increases production
A surge in demand for Glem and Emilia cooking appliances worldwide has led to increased production at the Glem Gas factory in Modena, Italy. Glem has employed an additional 80 staff to meet the manpower requirements and has also commenced Saturday production Glem has been manufacturing cookers for more than 50 years and as brand awareness in international markets continues to grow, the company will continue to expand Among Glam Gas’ new products, the e-line range includes cooking appliances that run exclusively on electricity. The Specialista cookers with induction hobs mark the evolution initiated by the company and will be offered for the first time on the Italian market from April 2025. Induction hobs paired with no-drop hoods also stem from a rethought approach, created in response to the company’s decision to embark on the path of carbon neutrality.
Another new addition from Glem Gas is the SA line of the Specialista cookers, brand’s flagship products. It features functional design, high stability and ergonomics.
Europe’s new industrial strategy
With 75% of large and 50% of small appliances made and sold in Europe, the home appliance industry is a major economic asset for the EU.
In designing the Clean Industrial Deal, the European Commission must ensure that this industrial excellence is preserved and enhanced.
Today the sector supports 1 million families across the EU, but this workforce is at risk if there are no clear signals from policymakers encouraging manufacturing within Europe.Read the full analysis: https://applia-europe.eu/news-applia/5-reasons-home-appliances-are-key-to-europes-new-industrial-strategy
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