A new small household appliance factory for BSH in Poland! BSH is taking another big step. A new factory will be built in Rudna Wielka near Rzeszów, to which we will move the production of vacuum cleaners and capsule coffee machines from the current nearby location. The total value of this project in the coming years will amount to almost PLN 600 million. The area of 73,000 m² will include a production hall, a logistics center and offices. At the design stage of the new factory, we paid special attention to safety and very good working conditions. The new factory for BSH will be built by Panattoni Poland . Completion of construction is planned for mid-2026.
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The future of home appliances in Europe
Rising material costs and high energy prices are posing significant challenges for EU manufacturers in maintaining global competitiveness.
Electricity prices in Europe are currently 2-3 times higher than in the US, resulting in increased investment costs for EU manufacturers compared to their global counterparts.
Additionally, the global supply of critical raw materials is concentrated in a few regions, making the EU vulnerable to price fluctuations, supply chain disruptions, and potential geopolitical leverage. This underscores the urgent need for diversified supply chains and the establishment of new and existing trade relationships to boost critical raw material extraction and recycling within the region and beyond.
We advocate for a stronger alignment of policies with decarbonisation goals to enable Europe to lead the #techrace, ensuring a competitive and sustainable future for European manufacturers.
Midea inaugurates its first wholly owned factory in Brazil
Chinese home appliance giant Midea Group has announced the opening of its new Brazilian factory in Pouso Alegre, a city in the southeastern state of Minas Gerais. The official inauguration was held on 9 December, reports Brazilian outlet Diário do Comércio.
The sprawling factory covers an area of 73,000 square metres and has the capacity to produce 700,000 refrigerators and 600,000 washing machines annually. Midea Carrier CEO Felipe Costa told reporters that the company aims to reach maximum production potential in two years.
While the factory will be employing 700 employees initially, Midea expects to increase this to 1,000 jobs by December 2025. Mayor Coronel Dimas said he believes the factory could transform the municipality into a hub for the home appliances, as the investment has already triggered conversations about similar manufacturers coming to Pouso Alegre.
The new factory will be Midea’s third in Brazil, following the Manaus (Amazonas) site, which produces household air conditioners and microwaves, and the Canoas (Rio Grande do Sul) site, which makes commercial air conditioners. While the previous two are operated in partnership with Carrier, Pouso Alegre
Recall: Glass cooktops may turn on by themselves
Some Whirlpool, KitchenAid, and JennAir brand glass cooktops could be a fire hazard.A recall notice posted by the Consumer Product Safety Commission said certain models can turn on by themselves.
The recall applies to about 26,300 stoves sold in the United States, along with 1,928 sold in Canada and Mexico.
The recalled stoves were manufactured between December 2016 and July 2019.
Beko Europe Shifts Production: A Predictable Move
Beko Europe has announced the closure of some European operations, relocating production elsewhere. This decision aligns with the Turkish manufacturer’s long-standing aggressive pricing strategy. A quick online search reveals washing machines priced as low as €270. Given that raw material costs are consistent globally, and Italy faces some of the highest energy costs in the world, it’s no surprise that Beko would choose to produce in Turkey, where labor costs are a fifth of those in Italy.
Beko’s move is a logical step in maintaining its competitive edge. The real oversight lies with those who now invoke goldenpower to keep unprofitable factories running. Political leaders should have steered the sale of Whirlpool’s assets towards companies with different market strategies. Instead, they are now attempting to rectify a situation that has been deteriorating for years.
In the Fabriano area, some are calling for drastic measures, but such actions are futile. What is truly needed are rational and forward-thinking industrial policies.
Girbau open new plant
Girbau , the world leader in industrial laundry equipment, plans to open a new plant in North America to strengthen its ability to respond to the US protectionism expected under Donald Trump’s presidency. This strategic move seeks to optimise logistics efficiency and consolidate its position in the United States, its largest regional market. At the same time, the company is boosting its expansion in Asia with a subsidiary in Malaysia, designed as an operational centre for Southeast Asia. In 2023, Girbau achieved revenues of 194 million euros, 7% more than in 2022, with growth based on increased real sales. Net attributable profit grew by a remarkable 63%, reaching 13.95 million euros. By 2024, the company plans to consolidate these results and exceed 200 million euros in revenue, underpinning its global leadership. Girbau, based in Vic, operates with 17 subsidiaries and sells in 150 countries, employing 800 people. It allocates 4.4% of its sales to R&D, focusing its efforts on digitalization, automation and sustainability. Its international strategy reflects a commitment to innovation and adaptation to global dynamics to strengthen its position in key mark
EverEver the first French factory
For several years, the EverEver company has been developing its project for a dishwasher built to last 20 years, eco-designed, easily repairable and manufactured in France. Today, this funding from Bpifrance will help EverEver launch its first production site in France in 2025 in the Vannes metropolitan area, in Morbihan. ” This investment is crucial to meet the growing demand for sustainable household appliances,” emphasizes Martin Hacpille, founder of EverEver. It will allow us to produce in large series while remaining faithful to our commitments in terms of sustainability, repairability and minimal environmental impact .”
A production manager has been hired and is already working on the project to create this factory. In addition to creating direct jobs, this project will also strengthen the local economy and industry. It should be remembered that the manufacture of Albert, the sustainable dishwasher, will be based on collaboration with a network of local subcontractors with whom partnerships have already been established. ” Today, after a long period of work and testing, 100% of the parts of the device are known and ready to be launched ,” says Martin Hacpille
Elica limits the drop in turnover thanks to OEM sales
Elica closes the third quarter with a contraction of ‘only’ 1.1% thanks to the excellent performance of the Engine Division (+9%) which gained market share in Europe. The bet on Cooking is slow to pay off: in the January-September period, despite the award-winning models of the Nikolatesla and Lhov lines, sales fell by 4% (very weak demand in Europe, improvements in the USA).
The balance of the very difficult first nine months of 2024 sees a drop of almost 5% in turnover, down to 342 million euros and margins in line with expectations. The Fabriano group does not give up and finances an intense promotional activity and investments in its own brand lines with careful cost control. The margin on revenues in the first nine months was 7.2% against 10.4% in 2023.
Sabaf Group signs a strategic agreement with the Egyptian Group UGT
Sabaf Group announced its partnership with UGT , a company known for the Unionaire and Premium brands. The positive moment continues for Sabaf Group. After having presented positive half-yearly data, it begins a new phase of expansion with the signing of an important long-term agreement with the Egyptian company.
UGT is one of the leading Middle Eastern manufacturers of household appliances with headquarters in Egypt and production sites throughout the North Africa and Middle East area. In recent years it has recorded significant growth with the Unionaire and Premium brands,The agreement formalizes the supply of components from Sabaf Group to UGT. It ensures that UGT’s appliances continue to feature high-quality, reliable, and innovative elements with a clear roadmap of continuous development for the benefit of UGT’s most loyal consumers. This partnership opens the door to advance in all areas of UGT appliances such as refrigeration, heating, induction cooking developments and small appliances, ensuring UGT gets the best world-class technologies (mechanical/electronic/induction) and an ecological footprint.
Haier Group lays foundation stone for Phase 2 of production complex in Egypt
Haier Group laid the foundation stone for the second phase of its Haier Eco-Friendly Complex located in 10th of Ramadan City, Egypt.
Spanning an additional 50,000 square metres, the second phase comes with a $40 million investment and a planned production capacity of 300,000 units comprising refrigerators and freezers, Ahmed El-Gendy, Haier’s Director in Egypt said.
The new expansion builds on the first phase, inaugurated in May 2023, which was established with an investment of $100 million and encompasses three factories and ancillary plants. The first phase currently produces over 1.5 million units and has created 2,000 direct and indirect jobs. The second phase is expected to create around 1,000 new jobs in the supply chain.
