Siemens in Germany opens an online sales channel

Siemens Hausgeraete has opened an online shop on its website that allows German consumers to purchase its entire range of built-in and freestanding appliances. BSH Sales Manager Germany Michael Mehnert calls it an information platform that brings potential buyers closer to the scope of the assortment. Users can select products based on categories, energy efficiency class, price range and availability. Products can be purchased online or through a retailer’s web (e.g. MediaMarkt-Saturn or Euronics 

Whirlpool have unveiled the new St. Joseph Technology centre

Whirlpool have unveiled the new St. Joseph Technology Center located in St. Joseph, Michigan.
The $60+ million project is part of a three-phase plan to redesign an iconic research and development facility that has been home to a century of appliance innovations.

“In 1911, the first electric washing machines were built here in St. Joseph, Michigan, and we continue to grow that legacy with the investment in this new, state-of-the-art technology center,” said Whirlpool Corp. chairman and CEO, Marc Bitzer at the event.

The celebration was attended by several elected officials including Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and U.S. Representative Bill Huizenga,

Haier UK 3rd UK activation centre

Haier announce thecontinued expansion in the UK with the opening of a third Activation Centre!

Located in the heart of London at the iconic Business Design Centre, The Haier Design Activation Centre follows on from the two Warrington based brand and training activation centers which are used for both internal meetings and external events.

The new Haier Design Activation Centre will give us a space in the heart of the UK capital for our customers, colleagues and communities, and it will provide us with amazing opportunities to launch ground-breaking solutions, services and ecosystems at the heart of an iconic and industry leading event space.

V-ZUG London Studio.

V-ZUG UK announce the launch of a new 360-degree tour of the V-ZUG London Studio.

Providing customers and partners with even greater access to their beautiful Studio, this is yet another way to showcase the most forward-thinking appliance brand, highlighting what makes v-ZUG different.

Come take a virtual tour and experience the V-ZUG difference like never before https://www.vzug.com/ymedia/gb-360-tour-zugorama/

Miele UK Professional unveils revamped test wash experience centre

The Test Wash facility experience centre offers businesses the chance to see and experience Miele Professional’s commercial laundry machines in action. The facility has undergone a complete redevelopment to create a fully functional showroom that showcases the capabilities of Miele’s professional equipment.

The facility is located at Miele’s headquarters in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, and is designed to cater to businesses in various industries, including lab, medical and dental, as well as hospitality and care markets. By allowing businesses to try out the machines before making a purchase, Miele aims to provide them with the confidence and assurance they need to invest in its products.

The Test Wash facility experience centre is equipped with state-of-the-art Miele Professional laundry machines, which are specifically designed for commercial use.

Inieuro financial

Unieuro S.p.A. is the largest Italian retailer of consumer electronics and household appliances by number of outlets, with a network of 460 stores throughout Italy.Unieuro closed the first quarter of the 2023/24 financial year (i.e. the months of March, April and May) with revenues of €589.3 million: 3.7% less than in the corresponding period last year. The figure, the company points out, is in any case better than the market trend which contracted by 4.6% in the same period.

Frasers ups it’s stake in Currys

UK-based sportswear and fashion retailer Frasers Group has increased its stake in electricals retailer Currys.

Frasers raised its stake in the company from 10.4% to 11.1%. Financial terms of the transaction have not been disclosed.reported last week that Currys was exploring “a number of avenues” for possible partnership with Frasers.

Currys & Frasers

Currys boss Alex Baldock has warned price increases are set to continue as the electricals retailer looks to safeguard its profit margin.Discussions about a possible tie-up with shareholder Frasers, which widened its stake in the business to 10.4% last week.“This is a potentially interesting partnership,” he said, “There are a number of avenues that we’re exploring.”

Currys results

This morning Currys PLC have announced  Full Year results for FY22/23, with group adjusted profit at the top end of guidance. Alex Baldock, Group CEO: “We’ve had a very mixed year. Our strengthening UK&I performance shows our long-term strategy is working well. But our long track record of success in the Nordics was brought to an abrupt halt. I’m proud of how our colleagues rose to this challenge, continuing to bring the benefits of technology within easy reach of millions of customers. Our long-term confidence is undimmed, with a business well set to benefit from an eventual macro recovery.”