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MAPPI’s experience at the service of the entire glass supply chain

On 24 June 2026, TU Delft will host OpenFace Day, a hybrid event bringing together researchers, students, and industry professionals to explore the latest developments in façade design and engineering.

The leadership team of Industrial QC, led by Group CEO Tim Bushaw, is pleased to announce the appointment of John Spitzer as Chief Financial Officer.

With effect from July 1, 2026, Lisa Zhang will assume the role of Vice President, Sales & Service for China and Southeast Asia, reporting to Glaston’s CEO.

Vitro Architectural Glass continues to strengthen its product leadership team with the appointment of Johnny Lorigan as Product Manager for Float Glass and Specialty MSVD (Magnetron Sputtered Vacuum Deposition).

As the OPPO Global Headquarters façade surpasses 60% completion, NorthGlass is helping bring Zaha Hadid Architects’ visionary design to life through advanced curved-glass engineering and manufacturing expertise.

PiGs AKA People in Glazing Society, and its sister publication, Modern Joinery ����ר��, has appointed Rachael Lewis in a newly created role to deliver the growth plans across both brands.

Glaston is strengthening its customer-focused strategy with a renewed leadership structure and the appointment of Tuomo Nuottimäki to its Executive Leadership Team.

Panorama St. Paul’s in London sets a new standard for sustainable refurbishment with high-performance architectural glass solutions by Tvitec | Cricursa.

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Vitro Architectural Glass, the largest glass manufacturer in North America, has announced the promotion of Shawn Winn to Western Regional Sales Manager.

Kuraray will participate in the 219th edition of Zak World of Façades Netherlands 2026, taking place on May 28, 2026, at the Postillion Convention Centre at WTC Rotterdam in Rotterdam.

With a view to improve the commercial network, RCN Solutions is pleased to welcome Marcello Lecchi as contractor sales representative for the Italian market.

Planned CEO Succession Ensures Seamless Transition and Continued Legacy of Innovation, Growth and Success

Solarban® 70 Glass by Vitro Architectural Glass was recently featured on America ByDesign, showcasing how high-performance glazing can enhance daylight, energy efficiency, and modern learning spaces.

The Glass and Glazing Group has appointed David Mechem as Managing Director of FENSA Limited and RISA Ltd to enhance service and support for installers and homeowners.

Roberto Cabrera, Vice President of Engineering and Technology at Vitro Architectural Glass, has been named as the Phoenix Award's Glass Person of the Year, becoming the 54th recipient of this prestigious honor.

After more than four decades at the heart of the UK glass industry, Dave Dalton formally retired on Friday 17 April 2026, bringing to a close to a career commitment to championing glass as a material of the future.

The National Glass Association is pleased to welcome Robert Russel to the team as the new senior account executive, working within the sales department.

����ר�� and Glazing Federation strengthens its leadership team with the appointment of Amy Hopton-Smith as Head of Commercial and Operations, reinforcing its focus on growth and member value.

Glaston Corporation’s SVP People & Culture and member of the Executive Leadership Team, Riikka Laitasalo, has decided to leave the company to pursue new opportunities outside Glaston.

FGIA Board of Directors voted during the FGIA Annual Conference to name longtime member and leader Mark Hutchinson (INTIGRAL) an Honorary Member of the Association.

Accomplished Executive to Lead Pella’s Portfolio Growth and Performance 

Elke Harreiß is handing over the baton to Heike Slotta for FENSTERBAU FRONTALE and to Benedikt Weyerer for Chillventa. Both will be responsible for the strategic direction and conceptual development of their respective events going forward.

The passing of the gavel between the outgoing FGIA Chair of the Board, Rob Grommesh (Cardinal Glass Industries), and the incoming Chair, Mike Turner (YKK AP), took place during the 2026 Annual Conference.