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Şişecam, the only global player operating across all core areas of glass, will participate in Glasstec 2026, one of the industry’s most important trade fairs, taking place in Düsseldorf, Germany, from October 20–23, 2026.
Maltha is advancing high-value solar panel glass recycling, helping turn end-of-life PV panels into valuable raw materials for a more circular glass industry.
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.
Şişecam showcased its advanced automotive glass solutions to industry professionals and international visitors at Auto Glass Week 2026, held in Texas, USA, from August 27 to 29 at the booth of its long-standing distributor, Mygrant Glass.
During the event, Şişecam showcased its comprehensive portfolio of automotive replacement glass products and innovative technology solutions.
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.
The transition from the GP19 to the new GP26 production statistics classification system introduces several changes affecting flat glass products.
At the event, Şişecam will present its broad portfolio of automotive replacement glass products and advanced glass technologies.
Organic solar modules score points for their flexibility, transparency, and a particularly good environmental footprint.
A review of EU import bans on flat glass products from Russia and Belarus
On August 18, NorthGlass Shanghai Automation Co., Ltd. successfully signed an agreement with Wenxin Group for an automated smart factory project for glass used in whole-house custom furniture.
Şişecam, the only global player operating across all core areas of glass and a pioneer in flat glass innovation, will participate in GlassBuild America fair, the leading exhibition for glass, window and door industries in North America taking place…
Şişecam showcases its cutting-edge automotive glass technologies at Auto Glass Week, drawing strong interest from industry participants at the Mygrant Glass booth.
Şişecam, a global player in the glass and chemicals industries, has announced its financial results for the first half of 2026.
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.
Specification will include enamel application standards on all types of glass for quality assessment.
An innovative photovoltaic façade project has been developed in the Netherlands, integrating high-performance glass with 5BB monocrystalline technology.
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.
Şişecam Named the Best in Turkey at the World Finance “Corporate Governance 2026” Awards
HORN Glass Industries AG has signed a contract with Al Rida Investment for the construction of a new float glass plant in Najaf, Iraq. The plant will have a production capacity of 800 tonnes per day.
Şişecam’s first-ever Digital Working Capital Note transaction has been awarded the “Best Deal” accolade at the GTR Awards 2025.
As one of the world’s leading flat glass manufacturers, Şişecam continues to create value for the architecture and construction sectors with its Reference Projects Book, the out come of a meticulous study covering a broad global geography.
HORN Glass Industries has successfully completed the modernization and automation of the tin bath at Guardian Glass Corsicana, enhancing production efficiency with advanced technology and automation.