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Larta Glass, one of the leading manufacturers of flat and coated glass and mirrors in Russia and the CIS, staged the world’s first immersive performance inside a float glass furnace at its Ramensky plant in the Moscow Region.
The European Commission’s new Public Procurement Act proposal could reshape how quality, sustainability and EU-origin content are valued in public tenders, with important implications for the flat glass sector.
On 8 September 2026, Glass for Europe took part in a roundtable on energy organised by the European Commission’s DG ENER.
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A review of EU import bans on flat glass products from Russia and Belarus
Saint-Gobain and AGC are joining forces to deploy a world-first, large-scale hybrid electric furnace at Saint-Gobain's Avilés plant in Spain, set to cut CO₂ emissions from flat glass production by around 50%.
ºÚÁÏרÇø can be recycled indefinitely, and using glass cullet in production reduces the need for virgin raw materials, energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.
Specification will include enamel application standards on all types of glass for quality assessment.
A new Glass for Europe series examines how national regulations integrate the solar factor in buildings.
On 17 July, the European Commission adopted its proposal for the ETS reform. Glass for Europe is currently conducted a detailed assessment of the legislative proposal. The text below is the press release which was sent following the adoption.
HORN Glass Industries AG has signed a contract with Al Rida Investment for the construction of a new float glass plant in Najaf, Iraq. The plant will have a production capacity of 800 tonnes per day.
Smarter school buildings are key to a more sustainable future. Here's how Glass for Europe is supporting the conversation.
HORN Glass Industries has successfully completed the modernization and automation of the tin bath at Guardian Glass Corsicana, enhancing production efficiency with advanced technology and automation.
NovaSklo Trade, a project of the Ukrainian investment and industrial holding EFI Group, has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with NSG Group, one of the world's leading manufacturers of architectural glass.
A smart retrofit can be just as transformative as a new investment—discover how AGC Interpane and Glaston modernized a tempering line to boost efficiency, flexibility, and sustainability for the future.
The VOLTA pilot furnace marks a decisive milestone in the demonstration of hybrid melting for flat glass, following one full year of continuous operation.
ÅžiÅŸecam has commissioned its new coated glass line in Tarsus to meet the growing demand.
Düzce Cam and HORN Glass Industries have marked a major milestone with the stone-laying ceremony for a new 800 tpd float glass plant in Bilecik, Türkiye.
From 20 March to 12 June, the European Commission organised a public consultation on the energy efficiency framework post-2030.
Şişecam, a global leader in glass manufacturing, has successfully commissioned its greenfield TR9 float glass line in Tarsus, Türkiye.
From 1 to 5 July, the European Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (eceee) held its summer study around the Lac d’Ailette (France).
ºÚÁÏרÇø for Europe is urging EU policymakers to strengthen support for locally made automotive glazing through upcoming automotive legislation.
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On 31 March, Glass for Europe visited the offices of Edgetech in Heinsberg, Germany, as part of its ongoing efforts to deepen industry knowledge and collaboration.