US: Knauf Insulation North America is hosting a series of webinars for American Institute of Architects members and other building professionals. The programme consists of ‘Reducing asthma and allergy triggers through material selection,’ ‘Fibreglass insulation’s role in transparency and indoor air quality’ and ‘Leading material ingredient disclosure programmes – health product declarations and Declare labels.’

Knauf Insulation North America director of product and technical training Mickey Chastain said "Architects and building professionals are increasingly seeking materials and solutions that support healthier indoor environments and greater transparency."

Germany: Recycling and waste processing company Büchl Entsorgungswirtschaft, based in Ingolstadt, and Rockwool, the Denmark-based manufacturer of stone wool insulation materials, have set up a strategic partnership to recycle stone wool insulation, with the inauguration of a new facility in Ingolstadt, Bavaria. The plant, the first of its kind in the state, allows the comprehensive collection, testing, processing, and reintegration of suitable rock wool waste into Rockwool's production cycle.

Büchl will provide significant support to Rockwool in achieving its sustainability and recycling goals, specifically within the framework of the Rockwool’s Rockcycle take-back system.

"With the new Rockwool recycling plant at the Büchl site in Ingolstadt, we are creating the foundation to reliably support our partners – and especially Rockwool – in the recycling process on an industrial scale. This sends a strong signal for resource conservation and a truly circular economy," said Jürgen Kienlein, Managing Director of Büchl Entsorgungswirtschaft, at the opening ceremony.

Ireland: Kingspan has acquired County Kilkenny-based steel components producer Duggan Profiles & Steel Service Centre from Duggan Steel. Duggan Profiles & Steel Service Centre produces single-skin construction sheets, purlins and rails, profiled steel sheeting, flashings and gutters. RTÉ News has reported that the Irish Competition and Consumer Protection Commission confirmed that the merger would ‘not substantially lessen competition in any market’ in Kilkenny.

Hungary: Denmark-based Rockwool has concluded an agreement to acquire Ravago Building Solutions' 40,000t/yr-capacity Alsózsolca stone wool insulation plant in Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén County. The producer says that it will use the plant to serve its domestic and Romanian markets. The parties expect to complete the deal in late 2026.

Rockwool CEO Jes Munk Hansen said "Our activities in Eastern Europe have been strong. With this acquisition, we will be further strengthening our ability to serve the regional market. We look forward to working closely with Ravago to ensure a smooth transition and to welcoming new colleagues, customers and suppliers."