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Top Story, (Society of Glass Technology)

Furnace Solutions Conference 2026 – Save the Date

The Society of Glass Technology is pleased to announce that the milestone 20th Furnace Solutions Conference will return to St Helens, UK, on 3–4 June

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Flat Glass Industry

15.01.2026, (Guardian Global Headquarters)

Merritt Gaunt to Lead Guardian Glass

Merritt Gaunt has been named President and CEO of Guardian Industries, following the retirement of Ron

Products

15.01.2026, (Arabian German for Exhibitions)

75% of Space is Sold-Out of Glass & Aluminum / Windoorex Saudi Arabia 2026 in Riyadh

The Saudi central Glass, Aluminum, Doors and Windows industry gathering is getting closer and

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15.01.2026

Introducing Our Keynote Speakers for Glassman Italy 2026

We are honoured to introduce to you, not 1 but 2, Keynote Speakers opening up the

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15.01.2026, (Horn Glass Industries AG)

ZeroCO2: Revolutionary Carbon-Neutral Container Glass Production Technology

The ZeroCO₂-Glass project develops revolutionary hydrogen-powered glass melting technology for completely CO₂-neutral container glass

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Batch, Furnace, Melting, Coating

15.01.2026, (Guardian Glass)

Merritt Gaunt neuer Präsident und CEO von Guardian Glass

Merritt Gaunt ist neuer Präsident und CEO von Guardian Industries. Er folgt auf Ron Vaupel, der in den Ruhestand

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14.01.2026

2026 Construction Industry Forecast

Resilience and innovation can help companies position themselves for success in the coming

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14.01.2026

Glasindustrie stärkt Prozesssteuerung in der Ausbildung

Ausbildungsordnung Verfahrensmechaniker/in Glastechnik

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14.01.2026, (First Solar LLC)

First Solar Inc.: How a U.S. module manufacturer is reshaping the global photovoltaic market

First Solar Inc. is setting new benchmarks in efficiency, cost structure, and supply-chain resilience with cadmium telluride–based thin-film

Solar Industry

13.01.2026, (Arc International SAS)

Local elected officials unite in support of Arc and its employees after the glassmaker was placed under court-supervised restructuring

The day after the announcement that the Arc glassworks had been placed under court-supervised restructuring, a meeting was held at the Arras prefecture on Thursday to address the concerns of trade

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Hollow, Tableware, Technical Glass

13.01.2026, (Verallia Saint-Gobain Emballage)

Verallia acknowledges the Italian Competition Authority’s decision confirming full compliance with competition laws

Verallia announces that the Italian Competition Authority (AGCM) has decided to close without further action the investigation launched in 2023 concerning several glass manufacturers, including Verallia Italia, regarding price increases since 2022

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Hollow, Tableware, Technical Glass

13.01.2026, (Vidrala S.A.)

Vidrala S.A.: How a Glass Packaging Company Is Becoming a Strategic Key Player in the Circular Economy

Vidrala S.A. is positioning itself as a technologically leading glass packaging specialist in Europe. Modern melting technology, high recycling rates, and close proximity to brand owners are turning the company into a strategic winner of

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Hollow, Tableware, Technical Glass

08.01.2026, (BENTELER Maschinenbau GmbH)

Benteler reports successful Pre-Commissioning in Bielefeld

We are pleased to announce an important technical milestone in our collaboration with Maars Living

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08.01.2026, (Duralex International)

To Save Its Famous Glassware, Duralex Launches a Solidarity Fundraiser

After conducting an exceptional fundraising campaign, Duralex is now launching a solidarity fundraiser. The French glassworks company has managed to survive bankruptcy proceedings but needs to complete its fundraising

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Glass Industry Related News

08.01.2026, (SOLAR MATERIALS GmbH)

Solar Materials Doubles Recycling Capacity

Since spring 2025, the company has been operating a recycling facility for solar modules in

Glass Industry Related News

08.01.2026, (Verallia Saint-Gobain Emballage)

Verallia announces the appointment of Cristina Riesgo as Group Chief Financial Officer

Verallia, Europe’s leading and the world’s third-largest producer of glass packaging for food and beverages, announces the appointment of Cristina Riesgo as Chief Financial Officer, effective March 1st, 2026, replacing Nathalie

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Hollow, Tableware, Technical Glass

07.01.2026, (Vitro S.A. de C.V.)

Sophistication Meets Performance: Introducing Solarban Champane™ Low-e Glass by Vitro

Vitro Architectural Glass is pleased to announce the launch of Solarban

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07.01.2026, (Freitaler Glas 1802 GmbH)

Traditional company saved – glass production to continue

Glashütte Freital, founded in 1802, has found a new investor. Operations will continue and all employees will be

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Hollow, Tableware, Technical Glass

05.01.2026

KINGSTAR GLASS Launches Newly Updated Website to Enhance Global B2B Experience

The refreshed website features a modern, user-friendly design optimized for international buyers, with improved navigation, detailed product catalogs, enhanced mobile responsiveness, and comprehensive information on OEM/ODM customization

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30.12.2025, (Saint-Gobain SEFPRO)

SEFPRO CARE® Fast efficient tank wall repair : 30 days glass to glass in container furnace

SEFPRO CARE® has developed and proposed complete repair solutions to perform hot & cold repairs for any glass market, providing flexibility and reliability in management of such industrial assets as glass

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Furnace Solutions Conference 2026 – Save the Date

Merritt Gaunt to Lead Guardian Glass

75% of Space is Sold-Out of Glass & Aluminum / Windoorex Saudi Arabia 2026 in Riyadh

Introducing Our Keynote Speakers for Glassman Italy 2026

ZeroCO2: Revolutionary Carbon-Neutral Container Glass Production Technology

Merritt Gaunt neuer Präsident und CEO von Guardian Glass

2026 Construction Industry Forecast

Glasindustrie stärkt Prozesssteuerung in der Ausbildung

First Solar Inc.: How a U.S. module manufacturer is reshaping the global photovoltaic market

Local elected officials unite in support of Arc and its employees after the glassmaker was placed under court-supervised restructuring

Verallia acknowledges the Italian Competition Authority’s decision confirming full compliance with competition laws

Vidrala S.A.: How a Glass Packaging Company Is Becoming a Strategic Key Player in the Circular Economy

Benteler reports successful Pre-Commissioning in Bielefeld

To Save Its Famous Glassware, Duralex Launches a Solidarity Fundraiser

Solar Materials Doubles Recycling Capacity

Verallia announces the appointment of Cristina Riesgo as Group Chief Financial Officer

Sophistication Meets Performance: Introducing Solarban Champane™ Low-e Glass by Vitro

Traditional company saved – glass production to continue

KINGSTAR GLASS Launches Newly Updated Website to Enhance Global B2B Experience

SEFPRO CARE® Fast efficient tank wall repair : 30 days glass to glass in container furnace

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