“We are optimistic: there will always be room for companies that offer smart and effective solutions through an international network”. This is the comment of both Stefano and Riccardo Mauri – owners of Giardina Group, a world leader in painting and surface finishing technologies – regarding the 2023 results. Seventy employees, a turnover of around 20 million euros, a vast range of solutions stemming from a long-lasting and well-established partnership with companies that – in every corner of the world – operate in the painting sector, deep relationships that have enabled the Italian company to reach an export share close to 95% of its total output.

Presenting 2 new ‘i4F Be-GREEN” board composition technologies
- New x 3 faster to install i4F ClikDek® smart fixing decking technology on show
- All exclusively available via an i4F license

The largest flooring tradeshow in APAC will take place in Shanghai from 28th to 30th May 2024, welcoming participants from everywhere in the world and showcasing innovations and new business opportunities from all Asia’s flooring markets.

Domotex 2024 is a wrap, and Välinge Innovation’s impressive line of new flooring technologies undeniably drew a lot of attention. The next chance to get introduced to their world of innovations is at The International Surface Event, January 24–26 in Las Vegas.

Jinka Flooring is the first licensee of Välinge Innovation’s revolutionary 5G Cross™ technology. At Domotex Hanover, they are introducing a brand-new range of resilient floor tiles that are fast, easy, and effortless to install.

Välinge starts the new year by launching several brand-new, high-performing flooring technologies at Domotex 2024.

Välinge is a highly regarded innovation company known for its market-leading flooring technologies and for always being one step ahead. This year is no exception, and they are introducing several advanced flooring technologies with sought-after benefits to the market.

The EGGER Group takes a major step and strengthens its position in the growth market Asia.
Sustainable international growth is an essential part of the EGGER Group's strategic agenda. In addition to the production and distribution of its products in Europe and America, where the family company is represented with a total of 22 production plants, the Asian market is playing an increasingly important role.

Onepush™ is a brand-new installation technology featuring a unique, integrated locking system that improves both flexibility and durability of the new generation of resilient flooring products.

- i4F to represent and exclusively license Amorim’s sustainable rigid bio-cork composite IP
- Amorim signs license agreements for i4F’s drop-lock and digital printing technologies
- Amorim acquires Hymmen Jupiter digital printing line with DLE plus

Bjelin’s rigid core range has taken the US by storm after being debuted in collaboration with Revolution Mills, designating the flooring manufacturer as a national distribution partner for this line. Empowered by ground-breaking technologies, Bjelin’s rigid core range is the ultimate waterproof flooring solution and is more sustainable than traditional options.

Bjelin's Scandinavian-designed hardened wood 3.0 range has won an FCNnovation Award from industry authority Floor Covering News. The award recognises and showcases ground-breaking and industry-changing ideas and acknowledges those innovations that are ‘a cut above the rest’.

The Dutch family concern Condor Group and Betap are joining forces by moving forward as one.
Hasselt / Genemuiden, 28 December 2023 - Condor Group is acquiring 100% of the shares of sector and regional partner Betap. Joining together can allow us to respond better and more successfully to the expectations and needs of customers and dynamics on the market.
The integration of the experienced staff and innovations from Betap will also further strengthen Condor Group’s portfolio.

The EGGER Group, headquartered in St. Johann in Tirol (AT), closed the first half of its 2023/2024 financial year (reporting date 31 October 2023) with consolidated sales of EUR 2.1 billion (–7.0% as compared to the previous year). The business environment was challenging due to persistently high inflation, high interest rates, volatile raw material prices and geopolitical crises. In view of this situation, the wood-based material manufacturer is satisfied with its stable development in the first half of 2023/2024.

In 2024, the multi-layer modular flooring (MMF) industry is on track to achieve the synergy of sustainability, innovation and design diversity. These trends pave the way for a more environmentally conscious and versatile market, offering consumers a broader array of choices that meet their preferences.

Embracing the global call for environmental responsibility, our dedication to eco-friendly values extends throughout the life cycle of our engineered hardwood floors. Beyond delivering top-tier quality, we're contributing meaningfully to a healthier planet.