Refin Studio Paris, the first showroom of Ceramiche Refin in France, invites professionals to explore the interplay of materials and design. Located in the 11th arrondissement, the space features interactive displays and comprehensive collections. It emphasizes hands-on experiences and collaboration, exemplifying the company’s philosophy of innovation and artistic integration in ceramics. Continue reading Refin opens first French showroom
RAK Ceramics UK has appointed Ben Bryden as Interim Managing Director, following the retirement of Managing Director Alvin Biggs. Bryden has been with RAK Ceramics UK for 10 years, having originally joined the company as Head of Projects before taking on the role of UK & Ireland Sales & Marketing Director. “It is an exciting time to take on the role of Interim Managing Director,’ … Continue reading Ben Bryden appointed Interim MD at RAK Ceramics UK
Mapei UK’s expansion continues with the acquisition of a new warehousing and office site in Bilston, near Wolverhampton. Spanning over 260,000 sq. ft, it will provide warehousing for Mapei’s increasing product portfolio. Mapei’s Midlands-located warehouses will transfer to the new location during 2026 as part of Mapei’s strategy to bring all logistics under one roof. Located just four miles from the M6, this new facility … Continue reading Mapei UK acquires new distribution hub
On Thursday, 21st May Florim appointed Beatrice Lucchese as Chief Executive Officer, the third generation of the Lucchese family to hold the leadership of the Italian tile group. Founded in the early 1960s by engineer Giovanni Lucchese, Florim is now an international benchmark in the field of high-end ceramic surfaces for architecture, interior design and construction. Since 1984, the company has been led by President … Continue reading Beatrice Lucchese appointed Florim CEO
Austrian brick and roof tile giant Wiemnerberger has launched itself into the global tile maket by acquiring the fast-growing Italcer Group. Wienerberger operates more than 200 production sites in 28 countries and is the world’s largest producer of bricks, and the market leader in clay roof tiles in Europe as well as concrete pavers in Central-Eastern Europe and pipe systems in Europe. The Italcer Group … Continue reading Austrian brick giant makes market-changing tile sector acquisition
