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Vitro Architectural Glass announced today that EcoArmor™ Protective Topcoat is now available on Solarban® 70 glass, expanding access to the company's innovative film-free glass protection technology.
Glass for Europe welcomes a European Commission’s delegation to AGC Glass Europe’s plant in Moustier
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.
Annica Hagen has been appointed Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer (CAIO) and member of the Group Executive Committee, effective September 1, 2026.
Sparklike is expanding its presence in North America with the establishment of Sparklike Inc., led by new President, North America, Kingston Eck.
The European Commission’s new Public Procurement Act proposal could reshape how quality, sustainability and EU-origin content are valued in public tenders, with important implications for the flat glass sector.
Vitro Architectural Glass announced that longtime team member and veteran of the glass industry, Andre Kenstowicz, has been promoted to Director, International Sales and Vitro Certified® Network.
The transition from the GP19 to the new GP26 production statistics classification system introduces several changes affecting flat glass products.
Vitro Architectural Glass gives its Glass Education Center a fresh look, making it easier than ever for industry professionals to find the resources they need.
After 30 years at the helm, IWFA's Darrell Smith is preparing to retire, with Christina Horsley of AMR Management Services stepping in to lead the association into its next chapter.
At GlassBuild America 2026, Booth #1945, Glaston is showcasing its full portfolio of automation solutions spanning tempering, lamination, insulating and mobility glass manufacturing, each built to help processors not just keep pace, but lead.
A review of EU import bans on flat glass products from Russia and Belarus
Vitro Architectural Glass is continuing its commitment to glass education, artistic innovation and Pittsburgh’s glassmaking heritage. For the sixth consecutive year, the company will sponsor Pittsburgh Glass Center’s Art on Fire Celebration +…
Christian Decker succeeds Bernhard Hötger as CEO. Bernhard Hötger is set to retire on 30 September 2026.
Solarban® 70 glass brings transparency, solar control and comfort to UT Dallas’ innovative engineering campus.
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Saint-Gobain and AGC are joining forces to deploy a world-first, large-scale hybrid electric furnace at Saint-Gobain's Avilés plant in Spain, set to cut CO₂ emissions from flat glass production by around 50%.
Glass can be recycled indefinitely, and using glass cullet in production reduces the need for virgin raw materials, energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.
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Specification will include enamel application standards on all types of glass for quality assessment.
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