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Şişecam, the only global player operating in all core areas of glass, has become the Climate Supporter of the 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31), which will be held in Antalya on November 9-20.
On September 17, 2026, presidents, secretaries-general, and industry representatives from glass associations across China visited NorthGlass.
Every FGIA conference features the most important, pressing legislative and regulatory updates to support your business in both the U.S. and Canada.
At Glasstec, Saint-Gobain will demonstrate the strength of its solutions-driven approach, bringing together complementary technologies, expertise and services to create greater value and benefits for customers, partners and end-users.
The annual GlassBuild America: The Glass, Window & Door Expo, is eagerly anticipated as an opportunity for the glass and fenestration industries to connect, reset and prepare for the year to come.
NGA sponsors PCR development initiative with Smart EPD
As part of the Affordable Housing Plan, the European Commission announced the Housing Simplification Package in 2027.
Exploring circularity and innovation across the automotive glass value chain.
Over the past two weeks of September, Glass for Europe launched its new #MoreThanYouSee campaign on LinkedIn, highlighting the essential role of flat glass in Europeans’ daily lives and its contribution to many of Europe’s policy priorities.
GIMAV and MICE are joining forces to strengthen opportunities for Italian glass technology in the growing Southeast Asian market.
Amy Roberts, Canadian Codes and Advocacy Director for the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance, will kick off Top Glass West by sharing the latest news and updates on Canadian building codes and glass and glazing standards.
The flat glass industry’s priority is to increase the quality and quantity of crushed flat glass (cullet) that can be recycled.
Jim Stathopoulos of Ajay Glass named chair for 2026-27; Amadou Sar and Cody Habel join the board
Dr. Torsten Derr will leave the Management Board of international technology group SCHOTT AG effective Oct. 31, 2026, and step down from his position as Chief Executive Officer.
TurkishGlass once again showcased the strength, innovation, and global capabilities of Türkiye’s glass industry at GlassBuild America 2026, held in Las Vegas from September 23–25, 2026.
GIMAV is strengthening its international reach with a new partnership aimed at connecting Italian glass expertise with the growing Asian market.
There is no doubt about it: North America remains a priority market and a key driver of exports for Italian glass processing technologies.
On 17 September, Glass for Europe, in collaboration with Glass Alliance Europe, organised a visit for a delegation from the European Commission to AGC Glass Europe’s float glass plant in Moustier, Belgium.
Larta Glass, one of the leading manufacturers of flat and coated glass and mirrors in Russia and the CIS, staged the world’s first immersive performance inside a float glass furnace at its Ramensky plant in the Moscow Region.
British glassmakers have launched the Back British-made Glass Charter, calling for greater recognition and support for domestic glass manufacturing, investment and sustainable growth across the UK.
Annica Hagen has been appointed Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer (CAIO) and member of the Group Executive Committee, effective September 1, 2026.
The Glass & Glazing Federation (GGF) has announced a new partnership with REHAU, giving businesses within the REHAU Authorised Partner network access to GGF Membership at a preferential rate.
GGF has called for high-performance glazing to play a greater role in UK housing retrofit and fuel poverty policy, highlighting its potential to reduce energy demand, lower household bills and support British manufacturing.
Sparklike is expanding its presence in North America with the establishment of Sparklike Inc., led by new President, North America, Kingston Eck.
The UK glass and glazing sectors have committed to working in partnership with Government to help turn its ambitions for reindustrialising Britain into investment, skilled jobs, stronger supply chains and sustainable economic growth.