In today’s climate, the market place is constantly introducing new innovative and exciting products, some practical, some just pure luxuries. At Hometech 2006, Dubai World Trade Centre, 14th – 16th May 2006, the major and most renowned brands within the home technology field will be exhibiting th…
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Domestic Appliance News
All the latest general news from the domestic appliance industry that we find all over the world, and stories that are of interest to the trade and public, often with our own unique non-politically correct spin on it.
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US staff lawyers against Whirlpool-Maytag deal
Staff antitrust lawyers at the U.S. Justice Department are opposed to Whirlpool Corp.’s proposed acquisition of rival Maytag Corp., and a final decision about whether to block the deal could be weeks away, a source close to the matter said on Friday
For Sale – Electrical Retail Group?
It would appear, from trawling through the reports, that Kesa Electrical (the parent of the Comet and Darty chains) is up for grabs. If you happen to have a couple of billion pounds to spare that is. But it appears that there is continued speculation as to the future of the formerly Kingfisher ow…
Thumbs up for Appliances Duo Proposed Merger
Whirlpool and Maytag corporations proposed merger has been cleared by the Competition Bureau of Canada recognizing the home appliances industry is open and competitive. Whirlpool Corporation and Maytag Corporation today announced that their proposed merger has been cleared by the Competition Bure…
Kesa snubs bid
Kesa Electricals has rejected a 1.7 billion pound bid approach from a private equity consortium, the retailer said on Tuesday, sending its and rivals’ shares soaring on hopes of more bid interest.
Glen Dimplex company ups sales to €1bn
Turnover at Glen Electric, the Northern subsidiary of Glen Dimplex, increased by stg£10 million (€14.5 million) to more than stg£681million (€988million) last year. The subsidiary, which controls almost two thirds of the group’s overall business, covers Glen Dimplex’s sales …
When it comes to white goods, the cheap cost more
High-end refrigerators, washing machines and dryers are becoming more popular as energy efficiency transforms the market
LG Aims to Become Top Fridge Maker
Korea’s leading home appliance manufacturer, LG Electronics, seeks to duplicate its success in the local refrigerator market in the global arena.
Dyson -v- Qualtex
Further to the news posted yesterday from an anonymous source, we presume it was Dyson themselves, Qualtex have issued a press release in relation to this case late yesterday as well. The release makes several points that frame much of the real significance of this ruling. The main body of the re…
Arcelik Begins White Good Sales in China
Koc Holding’s Arcelik, a leading white goods manufacturer in Turkey, continues growing through investments made at home and abroad.