At WhitegoodsNow, we’re always tracking the moves that shape the future of the appliance industry—and this one’s a big deal. B&B Trends has officially acquired Ardes, a respected Italian brand with deep roots in small domestic appliances. It’s a strategic play that not only strengthens B&B’s footprint in Italy but also signals a broader acceleration of their European growth.
🔍 Why Ardes Matters
Ardes isn’t just another name in the market—it’s a legacy brand trusted by millions of Italian households. Known for blending functionality with timeless design, Ardes brings decades of expertise to the table. This acquisition gives B&B Trends access to a rich product portfolio and a loyal customer base, while reinforcing their commitment to innovation that enhances everyday life at home.
🌍 What It Means for the Sector
This move reflects a growing trend: consolidation with purpose. By integrating heritage brands like Ardes, B&B Trends is positioning itself as a pan-European powerhouse in the SDA (small domestic appliance) space. Expect to see more cross-market launches, smarter product development, and a renewed focus on lifestyle-driven design.
🧠 Our Take
For industry watchers, this is more than a headline—it’s a signal of where the market is heading. Legacy meets agility. Tradition meets tech. And consumers stand to benefit from a new wave of appliances that are both intuitive and inspired.
We’ll be keeping a close eye on how this partnership evolves—and what it means for innovation, sustainability, and competition across Europe
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Small domestic appliance market set to grow
According to a new report by by Research and Markets, the global small domestic appliance (SDA) market is forecast to reach $581.6bn (€508.5bn) by 2030, registering a CAGR of 13.0% from 2021 to 2030 considerable growth rate is anticipated for new, advanced and smart residential and commercial appliances for the residential and commercial segment. In addition, there has been a huge increase in demand from the major countries in Europe such as France, Spain, the UK and Russia.
Increasing preference for a hassle-free lifestyle and growing industrial application of air purifiers and vacuum cleaners, are all supporting the growth of small domestic appliances in the region, the report stated. Product innovation and quick adoption for the technologically advanced appliances are further adding to the growth of the small domestic appliances market in Europe.
At the same time, high prices and high popularity of both residential and commercial small domestic appliance brands has led to the advent of counterfeit brands, the report said. These are generally prevalent in the developing economies where customers are highly price-sensitive, Research and Markets commented. This factor is said to restrict the sale of the existing original small domestic appliances brands in these regions.
The major players operating in the market, according to Research and Markets, include Koninklijke Philips N.V., The Whirlpool Corporation, LG Electronics Inc., Bosch, Electrolux AB, Panasonic Corporation, Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc., The Middleby Corporation, Morphy Richards, and Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd.
For full report https://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/5521514/small-domestic-appliances-market-by-product-type?utm_source=GNOM&utm_medium=PressRelease&utm_code=6gjtfw&utm_campaign=1650023+-+Outlook+on+the+Small+Domestic+Appliances+Global+Market+to+2030+-+Availability+of+Quality+Product+at+Affordable+Prices+Presents+Opportunities&utm_exec=jamu273prd
Ultimate Products to take over Salter and Heston Blumenthal partnership
Have you seen ultimate Products feature in City AM?
Millie Turner writes about our recent purchase of Britain’s oldest housewares brand Salter, and explores how people’s love for home cooking has increased during lockdown.
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https://www.cityam.com/ultimate-products-to-take-over-salter-and-heston-blumenthal-partnership/
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