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EuroShop returns to Düsseldorf from 22–26 February 2026, where Saint-Gobain Glass and Saint-Gobain Prime Glass Working will once again take center stage.
Applications are now open for FGIA’s 2026 Bill Briese Education Grant Program, offering member companies financial support to invest in professional development and industry education.
FunGlass researchers joined the EMERGE-EU Networking Visit to strengthen collaboration and explore new opportunities in advanced materials research.
NorthGlass has received renewed national recognition as its high-efficiency Triturbo Fan series is once again selected for China’s MIIT energy-saving equipment catalog.
HORN Glass Industries celebrates excellence: nine apprentices honored for top academic performance and dedication to their craft.
From 19 September to 17 October, the European Commission gathered stakeholders’ feedback on the next steps of the New European Bauhaus (NEB).
FGIA will host two educational sessions during GlassBuild America: The Glass, Window & Door Expo, covering important and timely topics like the current state of supply chains and field testing for commercial fenestration systems.
Building on a legacy of excellence in glass science and engineering, a new Center for Glass Research was recently launched at Penn State.
On 9 October, Glass for Europe contributed to two Calls for Evidence on the future ‘Electrification Action Plan’ and ‘Heating and Cooling Strategy’.
SAINT-GOBAIN GLASS unveils its latest advancement in solar control: COOL-LITE® XTREME 51/23 and COOL-LITE® XTREME 51/23 II, the newest triple silver solar coated glass in annealed and to-be-tempered versions respectively.
First-of-its-kind Curriculum Will Bring Architectural Glass Education to University Students
Following the successful public launch of TechQuest AI™ in June of 2025, Vitro Architectural Glass has further refined its virtual assistant, doubling the source material and searchable parameters.
Transparent insulation for energy-efficient buildings
The Façade Tectonics Institute partners with Jefferson University on Façades Forum
On 18 September, Glass for Europe, held a high-level meeting with European Commissioner for Energy and Housing, Dan Jørgensen.
Educational event for architects to highlight Glass Magazine Award winners
NGA announces that Frameless Hardware Company (FHC) has made a significant donation to the NGA Foundation, marking its sixth year of support for glass and glazing education.
New for 2025, GlassBuild America: The Glass, Window & Door Expo is hosting an industry Skills Challenge.
Glass and Glazing Design Academy, plus Blueprint for Collaboration
GlassBuild America 2025 isn’t just where the industry gathers — it’s where it grows.
NEW for 2025, the GlassBuild Skills Challenge celebrates the unique talents of the glazing trade.
On 30 June, the European Commission adopted a support package to help Member States implement the new Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD).
Luoyang Northglass Triturbo Fan Technology Co., Ltd. and Boyuan Electromechanical (Nantong) Co., Ltd. held a strategic cooperation signing ceremony in Luoyang.
As the sole refractory expert in the EU-funded HEATERNAL project, Calderys has selected materials for the thermal energy storage unit, now moving toward assembly and testing ahead of its 2026 completion.
Craft trades continue to shape the glass sector to this day – despite digitalisation and automation. How education dovetails with creativity and technology is explained by Gunther Fruth, head of the “Glasfachschule Zwiesel” college in this interview.