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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.
Two landmark NorthGlass projects have taken top honors at the 2026 Glass Magazine Awards, showcasing the possibilities of advanced glass in contemporary architecture.
The transition from the GP19 to the new GP26 production statistics classification system introduces several changes affecting flat glass products.
Window + Door’s editorial staff is pleased to announce the winners of the 2026 Window + Door Awards.
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.
The Council for Aluminium in Building (CAB) has announced details of its 2026 Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony, taking place at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Stratford-upon-Avon on Thursday 15 October.
A review of EU import bans on flat glass products from Russia and Belarus
Christian Decker succeeds Bernhard Hötger as CEO. Bernhard Hötger is set to retire on 30 September 2026.
PiGs AKA People in Glazing Society is celebrating after being named the 2026 Design & Build Awards Leading Glazing Industry Professional Network 2026 – UK winner by BUILD Magazine.
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.
Stoelzle Glass Group is investing in the future of European pharmaceutical glass manufacturing and is modernizing its production facility in Hermanova Huť, Czech Republic.
Specification will include enamel application standards on all types of glass for quality assessment.
Glass Magazine’s editorial staff is pleased to announce the winners of the 2026 Glass Magazine Awards, the long-running glass industry competition.
Bringing extensive experience in innovation, product development, and customer support, Fine will help drive EnduroShield’s continued growth while supporting customers worldwide with advanced glass coating solutions.
British Glass has confirmed its leadership team following the separation of British Glass and Glass Technology Services (GTS), marking a new chapter for the organisation as it continues to represent and support the UK glass industry.
The Bundesverband Glasindustrie e.V. (BV Glas) has expanded its leadership structure to reinforce its strategic and technical expertise in response to growing political and economic challenges facing the glass industry.
On 17 July, the European Commission adopted its proposal for the ETS reform. Glass for Europe is currently conducted a detailed assessment of the legislative proposal. The text below is the press release which was sent following the adoption.
The Glass & Glazing Federation (GGF) is inviting applications Vice-Federation President, offering an experienced industry leader the opportunity to help shape the future of the Federation before progressing to the Presidency.
Held on the evening of 10 June, the awards recognized outstanding projects, organizations, teams and individuals contributing to South Africa's built environment across 13 categories