Since it’s a slow news day (no fires, no recalls) AEG have sent through some PR on their new Culisense™ oven from AEG which they claim puts the expertise of hundreds of professional chefs at your disposal! So, if you only eat frozen pizza, stop here.
Category: Domestic Appliance News
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.
We cover almost anything interesting to do with appliances or that affects the industry, including new product releases, scandals, recalls, mergers, takeovers and all the other juicy appliance news from around the world.
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Daewoo Says No To Electrolux
Reuters reports that South Korea’s Daewoo Electronics have rejected a demand by Sweden’s Electrolux to cut the sale price by above 5 percent and will consider restarting the sale process, say sources, in a move that puts the deal in danger of falling apart, again.
Beko Make News Again Over Cooker Recall
Beko have made headlines again in the past few days over deaths from cookers that were recalled and sold under the Beko and Belling brand names. The original report that we made on this you can find from this link.
Bosch Dishwasher Recall Due To Possible Fire Risk
It seems that it’s another day, another product recall this past week. This time it’s Bosch’s turn who are recalling Bosch, Neff and Siemens branded dishwashers produced between 1999 and early 2005.
Electrolux Seals The Deal To Buy Olympic
Electrolux said on yesterday, 10th July, it would buy Egyptian appliance maker Olympic Group, completing a takeover delayed by the political turmoil in Egypt this year.
Beko Fridge Freezer Recall
Over the past week we have seen loads of reports in the media about the recent Beko fridge freezer recall for a potential fire risk, the original news report we published in June is available from this link, and we have collated as much news information in this article as we can.
Electrolux To Start Takeover Talks With Daewoo
Reuters reports this morning that Electrolux has agreed to begin takeover talks with creditors of South Korea’s Daewoo Electronics , a source with direct knowledge of the matter said.
Whopping £224 Million Loss At Dixons Retail
Dixons Retail has revealed plans to slash £150 million off costs after spectacularly crashing into a massive £224 million loss.
Tecnik Brand Owner Moben Bust?
Thousands of customers could lose their deposits on new kitchens after high street firm Moben, who own the Tecnik appliance brand, collapsed yesterday with the closing of 60 stores and staff at the Manchester HQ were sent home yesterday it is reported.
OFT Recommend Removal Of Domestic Electrical Goods Order
The OFT today advised the Competition Commission that the Domestic Electrical Goods Order and associated undertakings, which cover everyday goods such as televisions and washing machines, can be removed.