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Kuraray announced a 10% price increase for its Trosifol® PVB interlayers and Mowital® Tech resin, effective for shipments on or after May 1, 2026.
Glass and Glazing Federation strengthens its leadership team with the appointment of Amy Hopton-Smith as Head of Commercial and Operations, reinforcing its focus on growth and member value.
Glaston Corporation’s SVP People & Culture and member of the Executive Leadership Team, Riikka Laitasalo, has decided to leave the company to pursue new opportunities outside Glaston.
Satinal is proud to announce that its new office and showroom in São Paulo, Brazil, is now officially open and ready to welcome customers.
FGIA Board of Directors voted during the FGIA Annual Conference to name longtime member and leader Mark Hutchinson (INTIGRAL) an Honorary Member of the Association.
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The first set of speakers for Glassman Latin America have been confirmed! Join us on May 20-21 at Expo Santa Fe Mexico as the industry leaders get transparent about the future of glass.
Elke Harreiß is handing over the baton to Heike Slotta for FENSTERBAU FRONTALE and to Benedikt Weyerer for Chillventa. Both will be responsible for the strategic direction and conceptual development of their respective events going forward.
When a business with nearly 250 years of heritage chooses where to invest its time and voice, it’s never a decision taken lightly.
The passing of the gavel between the outgoing FGIA Chair of the Board, Rob Grommesh (Cardinal Glass Industries), and the incoming Chair, Mike Turner (YKK AP), took place during the 2026 Annual Conference.
Apollo announced that Apollo-managed funds have entered into definitive agreements to execute a series of transactions to acquire Nippon Sheet Glass Company, Limited.
Amid proposed reforms to the apprenticeship system, the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) has stepped up its engagement with government to safeguard the competence framework underpinning safe construction practices.
Vitro Architectural Glass has announced the appointment of Lee Hudson as the new National Architectural Manager for the Southwest territory, covering California, Nevada and Hawaii.
HORN Glass Industries has recently founded a new project company named HORN Contracting LLC with a subsidiary in Abu Dhabi to ensure the handling and operational support of strategically important projects in the UAE.
The Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) has been intensifying its efforts to champion high-quality apprenticeships and promote the glass and glazing industry as a credible, long-term career pathway.
Vitro Architectural Glass has named Adam Webb as the new Mid-South National Architectural Manager, overseeing the North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Kentucky areas.
A great example of industry collaboration, Glass and Glazing Federation’s Industry Connect 2026 brought professionals together for insight, networking, and a shared vision for the future.
On 11 March, the Board of Directors of Glass for Europe convened for the association’s General Assembly, where members confirmed the leadership of Davide Cappellino (AGC Glass Europe) for another term.
GGF President Mike Butterick has issued a clear warning to the glass and glazing sector on the business-critical impact of regulation and the need to adapt fast to an era of unprecedented change.
NGA members will gather in Washington, D.C. for Glass & Glazing Advocacy Days, May 13–14, to engage with congressional members and government agency stakeholders on the industry's top policy priorities.
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The Facade Tectonics Institute is pleased to announce its 2026 Board of Directors, welcoming new board members and recognizing leadership transitions as the Institute continues to expand its global programs and initiatives.
A new report from the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has revealed widespread compliance failures across manufacturers of heat soaked thermally toughened glass, raising serious questions for the glass and glazing supply chain.
The Facade Tectonics Institute (FTI) announces the appointment of Attila Arian as President.