Stanley Black & Decker reports 2 per cent decline in sales
US manufacturer Stanley Black & Decker reported a 2 per cent decline in sales last year compared to the previous year. The company reported total sales of USD 15.1 bn (EUR 12,8 bn). Of this, USD 13.158 bn (EUR 11,15…
CFO leaves, new president for Forest & Garden
Several personnel changes at Husqvarna
Terry Burke, Chief Financial Officer, will be leaving Husqvarna. The Swedish group announced this in a press release. He will remain in …
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Hardware Fair Cologne: Meet a company that works
This March, industry leaders from around the world will gather in Cologne for the International Hardware Fair, and MaxxBuild …
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Liqui Moly advertises at Rugby World Cups
World Rugby has announced Liqui Moly as the Official Partner and Official Motor Lubricants Partner of the 2027 Men's Rugby World Cup and …
Growth in the consumer segment
Kärcher closes the year with increased sales
The German cleaning specialist Kärcher increased its sales to EUR 3.483 bn in 2025, representing growth of 1.1 per cent (3.2 per cent …
Climate protection commitment
Tesa receives A rating from CDP
Tesa has been awarded the top grade of A by CDP for its climate protection commitment. Every year, the non-profit organisation assesses how …
Until 2027
Veronique Hoflack is the new EPLF President
Veronique Hoflack (Unilin) was elected President of the European Producers of Laminate Flooring (EPLF) for the remaining term of office …
Strengthening presence in Eastern Europe
Polish Neuhofer subsidiary commences operations
On 1 January 2026, FN Sp. z o.o., a subsidiary of the Austrian FN Neuhofer Group, officially commenced operations in Mysłowice, …
Hardware, hand tools, self-adhesive technology
Sukigroup expands its management team
The German Sukigroup has expanded its management team and adapted it to the new corporate structure and brand identity established last year. …
Torqx Capital Partners
Dresselhaus goes to Fabory owner
Dresselhaus, a German supplier of fastening technology, is getting a Dutch owner, the investment company Torqx Capital Partners. Torqx already o…
RICS report
Sustainable construction loses momentum
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), a British association of property experts, recently published its 2025 sustainability …
Brastad, Sweden
Husqvarna announces factory closure
The Swedish Husqvarna Group is continuing its efforts to reduce costs and increase efficiency. The plant in Brastad, Sweden, is now falling …
Romania
Stihl opens first battery plant
Stihl has officially inaugurated its first site in Oradea (Romania), which is dedicated exclusively to the production of battery packs and …
FN Neuhofer
Moving forward in big steps
“FN Neuhofer goes America”: That was the latest major step taken by the Austrian wood specialist, and now the next technological leap is already on the …
Powerlay
Revolution on the Floor
A new player has entered the market for underlay materials: Powerlay aims to radically simplify customers' decisions at the point of sale (POS) — and to …