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Jun 16, 2026

The Italian ceramic industry closed 2025 with revenues of €7.5 billion, with 80% generated by the tile sector

China: tile production declines domestically but grows abroad

Jun 10, 2026

A sharp downturn hit Chinese tile production in 2025, which fell below 5 billion sqm. Exports also slowed, while the internationalisation of the Chinese ceramic industry continues at a rapid pace, with production plants established in 27 countries across three continents.

Economics and markets

European ceramics pay the price of unsustainable sustainability

Apr 20, 2026

The European Commission’s new ETS benchmarks undermine the competitiveness and international market presence of the European ceramic industry, putting the sector’s very survival at risk.

Economics and markets

Paolo Lamberti (ACIMAC): “The survival of the industrial supply chain and local communities is at risk”

Apr 20, 2026

The chairman of the Italian ceramic machinery manufacturers’ association expresses deep disappointment over the rejection of the European proposal on ETS.

News

Tiles

Two complete SACMI lines installed by Formigrês Group

Jun 12, 2026

The Brazilian ceramic group boosts innovation, focusing on high productivity, energy efficiency and premium quality in the segment of large red body tiles. The project yields an additional capacity…
Heavy Clay

Edilians Group finalises the acquisition of Cotto Possagno

Jun 11, 2026

Edilians has acquired a clay roof tile producer with over 150 employees and annual revenue of approximately €40 million, backed by more than two centuries of manufacturing expertise.

Fairs

Ceramics China 2026 on the starting blocks

Jun 10, 2026

The 40th edition of Ceramics China will begin in Guangzhou on 24 June and will also feature an Italian pavilion organised by Acimac.
Events

COLLECTIO 2026: consolidating Italian innovation in the Far East

Jun 09, 2026

Record attendance for the fourth edition of the event organised by Colorobbia on 22-23 May in Vietnam.
Fairs

Unicera 2026 in Istanbul in November

Jun 08, 2026

The 37th edition of Unicera will take place from 2 to 6 November at the Istanbul Expo Centre.
Heavy Clay

wienerberger acquires Serbian Univerzum Group

Jun 05, 2026

The transaction is expected to deliver substantial value creation potential, with a synergised EV/EBITDA multiple of approximately 5x.

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Tiles

Officine Smac automates tile moisture control

Apr 30, 2026

Dry Check is a new solution that measures tile moisture directly on the production line, in real time, combining absolute precision with non-invasive operation.

Technology

Advanced environmental protection and energy savings with AI

May 27, 2026

Projecta unveils 3D Emotions

Apr 28, 2026

New range of SACMI RD Multi-Layer Dryers

Apr 14, 2026

Economics and markets

Tiles

Augusto Ciarrocchi: “This is how Europe is pushing its ceramic industry into a corner”

Apr 20, 2026

A stark warning from the President of Confindustria Ceramica, calling on European decision-makers to change course on the ETS.

Machinery

What obligations apply when exporting machinery to Turkey

Mar 18, 2026

With the introduction of Decrees No. 2026/32 and 2026/09 issued by the Turkish Ministry of Trade, a new challenge has begun for exports of machinery and spare parts.
Tiles

2025 U.S. Ceramic Tile Market Update

Mar 11, 2026

Based on available data from U.S. Dept. of Commerce and Tile Council of North America, U.S. ceramic tile consumption in 2025 was an estimated 240.3 million m2, down 4.2% from the previous year, with…
Construction

Algerian construction industry on the rise

Feb 20, 2026

Positive forecasts for 2025 (+4.1%) and steady moderate growth through 2029 (+4.2%).
Tiles

Canada: Slight Decline in the Tile Market in 2025

Feb 13, 2026

Canadian tile consumption in 2025 is estimated at around 31.5 million m², down 1.1% compared to 2024.