Groupe SEB has named its new CEO

Groupe SEB has named Loïc Moutault as its new CEO from 1 October, succeeding Stanislas de Gramont after a major period of transformation for the global SDA giant. Backed unanimously by the board, Moutault brings three decades of international brand leadership from Mars and Royal Canin, with a clear mandate to accelerate SEB’s Rebond plan and drive the next phase of growth across its 45‑brand portfolio.

Elba Restructures to Boost Global Growth and Brand Focus

Elba has introduced a new organisational structure to strengthen its international commercial presence and sharpen its brand identity. CEO Gabriele Garella says the integrated Business Unit will speed up decision‑making and better leverage internal expertise.

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Miele Italia has been crowned Italy’s Best Customer Service

Miele Italia has been crowned Italy’s Best Customer Service 2026/2027 in the appliance category, topping a nationwide Statista survey with more than 300,000 consumer evaluations. The brand’s service excellence — from communication quality to digital support innovation — reinforces its long‑standing “Immer Besser” promise.

Miele Steals the Spotlight at IFA 2026 with Burn‑Proof Cookware and AI Dishwashing

German premium appliance giant Miele was one of the standout brands at IFA 2026, drawing sustained attention from industry visitors — including a notable number from South Korea — thanks to a suite of innovations that blend classic engineering strength with emerging smart‑home technology.

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Chinese Appliance Makers Accelerate Europe Push as Vertical Integration Raises Regulatory Eyebrows

Chinese appliance giants are tightening their grip on the European white goods market, rapidly expanding through strategic acquisitions, aggressive innovation, and a growing interest in controlling retail distribution — a shift now drawing heightened scrutiny from EU regulators.

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Haier’s €13 Billion Push Into AI-Powered Smart Homes

Imagine opening your fridge and it already knows what’s inside, suggests recipes based on your habits, and adjusts its own settings to keep food fresher longer. Or loading a washing machine that identifies fabrics via an internal camera and chooses the right cycle without you lifting a finger. This isn’t sci-fi—it’s the future Haier is betting big on.

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