De Longhi announce their fantastic performance in the IF Design Award 2022.
Eletta Explore, Ballerina, La Specialista Arte and MultiGrill 1100 have won the prestigious IF Design Award.
Beauty meets technology, design and innovation to create extraordinary consumer experiences.
The Company’s 2021 global sales revenue reached RMB 227.5 billion, an increase of
15.8% year-on-year
Financial results for 2021 show success of growth strategy for Europe: RMB 19.7
billion in revenue, up 20% year-on-year
Brugherio, April 13, 2022 – Haier Smart Home, the number one Company globally in major appliances, has
released its financial results for 2021 fiscal year, reporting a double-digit growth of 15.8% year-on-year*,
with sales revenue of RMB 227.5 billion. Profitability increased to RMB 13.1 billion, a 47.1% year-on-year
growth.
Business in overseas markets achieved record-high revenue and profitability: revenues reached RMB 113.7
billion, a 13% increase in turnover over 2020.
Haier Europe, which is headquartered in Italy, achieved sales revenue of RMB 19.74 billion in 2021, an
increase of 20% year-on-year. It now represents the #4 home appliance manufacturer in the region with
8.1% market share, while Haier Smart Home remains #1 brand in the world in the large household appliances
sector, confirming its podium position for the thirteenth consecutive year**.
In 2021, the Haier brand continued to grow in price index and constantly outperformed the industry in
market share growth.
Haier Europe is consolidating its leadership in the field of connectivity and IoT with a strategy aimed at
taking the Company to the top three home appliance manufacturers in Europe. The robust revenue and profit
margin growth were attributable to meeting the needs of diverse user groups with the optimization of its
multiple-brand portfolio – Candy, Hoover and Haier. Haier Europe improved user experience with innovative
products, where the proportion of high-end sales in Europe increased by 5 percentage points.
In 2021, the Company completed the construction of two new factories in Romania and Turkey which
specialize in manufacturing respectively refrigerators and tumble dryers, and are designed to shorten the
go-to-market and meet customers’ demand at best. A breakthrough was also made in building scenario-
based ecosystem, with the number of registered users on hOn app reaching 4.5 million.
“Despite all the headwinds, we remained committed to our strategy” – said Yannick Fierling, CEO of Haier
Europe – “I’m proud of how we managed to achieve outstanding growth and positive results, delivering our
vision to be the first consumer choice for smart home solutions. This encourages all of us at Haier Europe to
strengthen even more our mission to drive the future of IoT ecosystems and connected scenarios.”
Haier Smart Home has been once again listed in the Global 500 and World’s Most Admired Companies list
by Fortune Magazine and it has also been the world’s only IoT ecosystem brand being named again as
BrandZ Top 100 Most Valuable Global Brands in 2021.
Ever grilled on glass? Not only kitchen professionals appreciate our high-quality ‘Made in Germany’ CERAN® grills. They have a grill surface made of original SCHOTT CERAN® glass-ceramic and an easy-care, robust stainless steel housing. You get something out of it for a long time!
By the way, these electric grills are made by hand here in Dinkelsbühl. The two models are similar – but not identical:
The Grill CG 2303/E has a retractable (child-proof) rotary knob for control and reaches the extreme temperature range of up to 380°C!
The CG 2308/TC model is controlled by touch control sensors. The grill has an LED display, from which you can also read the actual temperature (up to 280°C).
Middleby UK has added Kamado Joe charcoal grills to its portfolio as the business continues to benefit from the acquisitive strategy of its parent company.
Kamado Joe was snapped up by Middleby Corporation last year as part of a strategy to strengthen its offering in outdoor cooking solutions.
Middleby UK described it as an “incredible” product that would give operators hassle-free grilling, smoking and searing.
Kamado Joe features a two-tier ‘divide and conquer’ cooking system, which uses a multi-level design to allow operators to cook different food in different styles, at different temperatures.
Intense and smoky flavours are achieved courtesy of a heat-resistant shell with thick, ceramic walls, which locks in heat and moisture at any given temperature.
Chris Clark, managing director at Middleby UK, said: “The addition of Kamado Joe to our range of grilling solutions is an exciting one, and we can’t wait to take the brand to the next level.
“The Kamado Joe brand perfectly aligns with our already established portfolio and is another great option for our customers looking to expand their kitchen – it’s the perfect summer centrepiece.”
The range consists of the Classic Joe II and the Big Joe II, both available as standalone models, or with caster wheels included to provide manoeuvrability
Hisense offers a washing machine series, able to reach a high hygiene level. As an internationally renowned company – Hisense explains – we adhere to the core values of integrity, innovation, customer focus and sustainability and the development strategy of technology-based enterprise and stable business growth.
At the end of the last year, Hisense washing machines receive the SGS Awards First Performance Mark Certification. The certificate is based on GB 21551.5-2010, which provides strict specifications and requirements for the product’s germ removal and purification ability. It strictly evaluates the germ removal ability of the product in regular use under the “Allergy Steam” mode. After the test, the removal rate of both E-coli and Staphylococcus aureus from the washing machine reached over 99.9%.
The SGS technical team tested and evaluated Hisense products in “Allergy Steam” mode from the perspective of germ removal ability and awarded the SGS Performance Tested Mark certificate for Hisense global washing machines. Hisense can apply the mark to its product packaging, user manuals, or products according to its own needs, which consumers can easily see and effectively enhance product trust
Gaggenau, the luxury brand for professional-grade home appliances, will showcase as part of Fuorisalone for the first time during Milan Design Week 2022. For the event, the company will take over the glass pavilion at Villa Necchi Campiglio and invite international architects, designers and kitchen professionals to experience its interactive ‘A Statement of Form’ installation from Tuesday 7th until Saturday 11th June. According to Gaggenau, visitors will be encouraged to network, build connections and share ideas whilst enjoying the comapany’s hospitality and a series of ground-breaking public and private talks, Q&As and social events throughout the week.
A Statement of Form is a bold departure from the brand’s previous EuroCucina offerings. It spans 360 sq feet, creating a structure that brings together the key elements of Gaggenau’s promise and purpose. Visitors will move through the installation on a guided tour and experience different sections that focus on Gaggenau’s key specialist areas, including cooking precision from raw ingredients to cuisine, balance and tension, heritage and craftsmanship through to progressive advancement, the importance of materiality, the relationship between cooling and heat, objet d’art within technical perfection, and the home as the entertaining space of the future.
«We are excited – said Peter Goetz, managing director of Gaggenau – to showcase our brand in the centre of Milan for the very first time, and look forward to welcoming architects, designers and kitchen professionals that we haven’t met in-person since the pandemic. ‘A Statement of Form’ juxtaposes competing elements that are required to make something exceptional. It brings together: tradition and avant-garde, grand masters crafting culinary art, and a conscientious maintenance of craftsmanship, through progressiveness and heritage. This space in Milan is a true expression of the uniqueness of Gaggenau
New from Philips The AquaTrio Cordless Wet & Dry Vacuum 9000 Series to their Floor Care category.
What does it do? This truly innovative 3-in-1 cleaning solution cleans every floor type efficiently. The Philips AquaTrio Cordless includes the AquaSpin™ technology, allowing people to mop their hard floors as it vacuums, picking up multiple dirt types and capturing dust, dirt and bacteria in just one go. It also comes with a vacuum only set-up and a detachable handheld for added convenience.
One advanced system with three powerful cleaning options
The Philips AquaTrio Cordless allows you to face any challenge with the option to easily switch between three powerful cleaning configurations:
1) Vacuum and mop, double the power in one stroke1: the unique AquaSpin™ nozzle vacuums and actively wet-cleans your hard floor, removing dust, dirt, stubborn stains, spills and up to 99.9%* of bacteria in one go.
2) Advanced vacuum only set-up: capture up to 98% of dust and dirt in each stroke*** on all your hard floors and soft floors such as carpets and rugs.
3) Detachable handheld vacuum for added convenience: clean upholstery, shelves and table surfaces with ease, while also perfect for quick touch-ups or car cleaning.
Vacuum and mop with double the power1 for the most hygienic clean
Unlike traditional mopping, the Philips AquaTrio Cordless system uses a constant flow of clean water and 2 high-speed self-cleaning Power Brushes with patented technology. These 2 ultra-soft microfiber Power Brushes counter-rotate at very high speed and clean backwards and forwards, capturing dust, dirt, and bacteria like no other cordless vacuum cleaner. The Aqua Diffusion™ System features separate clean water tank technology and soiled water collection, meaning you avoid spreading dirty water and each part of your floor is treated hygienically with clean water only – no dirt is left behind and no dirt is spread while cleaning.
Intelligent design and cleaning expertise in the palm of your hand
Designed for exceptional maneuverability on all types of floors, with deep reach under low furniture. Hard to detect dust and dirt becomes easy to spot with the help of LED lights on the nozzle. A digital LCD smart screen provides you with all information you need during and after the clean. It allows you to easily see battery power status, cleaning modes, adjust wetness levels for stubborn stains and spills, while colored animations and QR codes help to guide you during the cleaning process.
With the long-lasting runtime, there is no need to recharge during your cleaning. The powerful 25.2V lithium-ion battery brings runtime with up to 45 minutes2 in one go, or up to 90 minutes runtime with second battery3. Plus, Philips Domestic Appliances has added an automated after-clean mode to clean your full appliance in only 4 minutes, which makes sure that your appliance and Power Brushes are clean and ready for your next challenge. Simply place the appliance on the storage station and activate the AUTOCLEAN program and you’re good to go.
The Philips AquaTrio Cordless will be available from May 13th in China and as of July 1st in Germany via the Philips brand store or selected retailers in these countries. In the Netherlands, Belgium, Sweden, Norway, Poland and Hungary the product will be available after summer. More countries will follow in 2023.
The new INFINISSIMA® Touch by NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® machine unveils an iconic design inspired by the infinity symbol. Signed Krups, it combines modernity and simplicity, and offers thanks to its high pressure system: a unique extraction up to 15 bars of pressure for a Coffee Shop* experience at home for all coffee lovers.
A DIVERSITY OF CHOICES
With its unique system of 15 pressure bars and its menu of more than 45 gourmet drinks, the new INFINISSIMA® Touch is the ideal machine for creating your Coffee Shop* at home. Its new touch interface and its performance offer a professional quality result and endless possibilities to create your perfect cup: intense espressos, long coffees, gourmet coffees, vegan milk coffees, flavored teas and also delicious chocolates…
The new INFINISSIMA® Touch, a machine capable of delivering your perfect cup thanks to an infinity of possibilities :
The INFINISSIMA® Touch machine is available in 2 colors: trendy taupe or timeless black.
Smeg’s flagship London store is owned by the crown estate, ultimately headed up by the Queen and in honour of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, our store windows have been given a royal makeover featuring a selection of our Union Jack appliances.
The front of the store, in the regent street window, features the star of the show.
Regally sitting upon a luxurious red and gold throne is Smeg’s FAB10 minibar in patriotic iconic union jack design. This cool little appliance is perfect for storing celebratory drinks and snacks for the big day and make a great addition to bedrooms or even man caves!
No royal would be complete without their crown, which sits proudly on its own cushion, whilst the official logo for the Queen’s jubilee and the words ‘Long to reign over us, god save the queen’ complete the display.
A Circular Initiative event in Stockholm, Electrolux unveiled a new Product Recyclability Tool to support its ambitious circularity goals. The prototype tool builds on the knowledge gathered during the company’s ongoing collaboration with Stena Recycling to explore circular solutions. Stena Recycling collects discarded electric consumer products and breaks them down into raw materials for new products or for energy recovery. “The tool will enable our design and engineering teams to explore recyclability right from the beginning of the design process so we can create products that are even more recyclable, so their components can continue their life as useful materials – says Vanessa Butani, VP Group Sustainability –. The tool is still in the early stages of development and the next step for us will be to open the process to other companies, working together to expand its functionality, data quality and market relevance”. Over the past three years, Electrolux has worked closely with Stena Recycling to understand what happens to its products at their end of life and how it is possible improve product circularity. In 2020, the partnership developed a prototype vacuum cleaner made with 100% recycled materials and reused components and in 2021 a prototype vacuum cleaner that is 90% recyclable.
“Our deep investigation in the vacuum cleaner category has been particularly useful in understanding our material choices and design decisions that benefit both quality and recyclability – says Barry Waddilove, Sustainability Director Development & Collaborations –. In 2022, we are expanding these studies across all our major product categories including dishwashers, fridges and cookers
