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NSG Group exposera à Glasstec 2026 à Düsseldorf
NSG Group, fabricant de produits verriers sous la marque Pilkington, présentera ses dernières innovations à Glasstec 2026, le principal salon mondial de l'industrie du verre, à Düsseldorf du 20 au 23 octobre 2026.
Evénement
Présentation de Pilkington Mirai Øne™ - moins de carbØne pour une architecture durable
NSG Group a lancé Pilkington Mirai Øne™, un nouveau verre architectural ayant une part de carbone incorporé réduite de plus de 35 % par rapport à son verre float classique, afin de soutenir les efforts pour diminuer l'impact environnemental du secteur de la construction. Ce lancement s'inscrit dans le cadre des engagements plus larges du groupe en matière de développement durable, comprenant des investissements dans des essais de carburants alternatifs, des technologies de captage du carbone pour réduire les émissions des fours et des initiatives de recyclage via sa plateforme makechange™.
Développement durable : Design for change
NSG Group célèbre les 200 ans de la marque Pilkington, qui façonne l'avenir du verre
NSG Group célèbre le 200e anniversaire de Pilkington, honorant un héritage d'excellence qui a transformé la manière de construire, voyager et vivre, tout en se tournant vers un avenir encore plus innovant et durable.
Communiqué de presse
Salone del Mobile 2026: The Evolution and Applications of Glass in Interior Design
Current trends confirm the central role of glass in contemporary design, from coloured glass to decorative finishes and extra-clear glass.
Innovation
Shaping the Future of Glass, Together
Solving some of the world’s biggest sustainability challenges will take more than innovation alone. It will take collaboration – across teams, across regions, and across the entire value chain.
Développement durable : Deliver change
Top Tips for installers on window condensation
What can installers do about condensation? Let’s answer four common questions about condensation on windows, and outline what installers can do to help and advice customers.
Conseil
NSG Group launches new Global pilkington.com website to elevate user experience
NSG Group, a leading global manufacturer and distributor of architectural, automotive and technical glass, launched its new global website for the renowned Pilkington brand as part of the organization’s wider digital transformation initiative. The platform delivers an improved, user-centric online experience for visitors to the site.
Communiqué de presse
Why does springtime bring condensation to windows?
As spring approaches, let us explain why external condensation can be a common problem for homeowners, especially at this time of year.
Conseil
Plusieurs récompenses pour la serre de la Saline royale d'Arc-et-Senans
La serre géodésique et bioclimatique de la Saline royale d’Arc-et-Senans, dans le Doubs, a été récompensée par de prestigieux prix de développement durable décernés par de grands organismes français.
Référence de projet
Ten top tips for solving a glass break
Glass breaking can be frustrating and perplexing, especially when it appears to happen for no reason. While diagnosing the cause of a fracture can be difficult for an installer, it is often necessary to find a solution and prevent similar breaks from happening again.
Conseil
Pilkington Nederland introduces HomeComfort™
Pilkington Nederland, part of the NSG Group, proudly launches HomeComfort™ - a new brand concept that positions glass as an active element in comfort, energy, and experience. Under this name, innovative glass applications are bundled to promote smart, comfortable, and sustainable living - from thermal and solar control to acoustic comfort.
Communiqué de presse
NSG Group to support NovaSklo to build Ukraine’s largest float glass facility
Pilkington Technology Management Limited, a global leader in glass technologies and part of NSG Group, has signed an agreement with NovaSklo to deliver engineering expertise for the construction of a float glass production line in the Kyiv region, Ukraine.
Initiatives de l’entreprise
Pilkington UK opens new glass production line in St Helens
Pilkington United Kingdom Limited, part of the NSG Group, has launched a new glass production line at its Greengate Works site in St Helens as part of a multi-million-pound investment to safeguard the future of rolled texture glass manufacturing in the UK.
Technologie
Interactive mirrors in contemporary interior design
The use of modern technology in innovative ways is a more and more popular trend in interior design. This includes interactive mirrors such as Pilkington MirroView™, which are increasingly appearing in public places such as hotels, shopping malls, and airports. This type of product is also being used by individual customers who appreciate innovative solutions that fit in with the smart home concept.
Conseil
Pilkington Nederland achieves Cradle to Cradle Certified® Silver certification again
Pilkington Nederland, part of the NSG Group, has once again achieved the prestigious Cradle to Cradle Certified® Silver certification for a wide range of insulating glass products during its recertification. We are proud of this achievement!
Développement durable : Deliver change
The balancing act of making homes more energy efficient
How smart use of glazing can help residential developers to create low-energy homes without compromising on daylight levels or thermal comfort.
Conseil
The NSG Group rolls out the third edition of Glass in Architecture
NSG Group will roll out the third edition of its prestigious Glass in Architecture book at this year’s Glasstec trade fair in Dusseldorf on 22nd – 25th October 2024.
References projet
How Modern Architecture can benefit from Transparent Fire Protection
Natural light plays a major role in today’s modern design. Glass not only bridges the gap between the outdoors and indoors, enhancing energy conservation and occupant well-being, but also meets critical performance standards such as fire safety. Pilkington Fire-resistant Glass, a trusted choice for over 45 years, exemplifies how safety and aesthetics can seamlessly coexist.
Conseil
Pilkington UK plans to scale low carbon glass production under pioneering hydrogen plans
Pilkington United Kingdom Limited, part of the NSG Group, intends to use green hydrogen at its site and scale its production of low carbon glass from 2027, under pioneering new plans with Grenian Hydrogen.
Développement durable : Deliver change
Ten top tips for better sound insulation
Sound insulation is becoming more and more important for homeowners. They are increasingly looking to block out everything from traffic noise to barking dogs, or perhaps the neighbour’s new drum kit. Landlords and developers are also acknowledging the value of sound insulation in the home, especially for higher-end properties.
Conseil
NSG Group reconnu comme un leader dans l’action contre le changement climatique avec une amélioration de sa note
NSG Group a été reconnu comme un leader en matière d’action contre le changement climatique par l’association caritative à but non lucratif CDP (anciennement Carbon Disclosure Project).
Développement durable : Deliver change
Pilkington Mirai™ certifié comme le verre architectural contenant le moins de carbone incorporé
Pilkington Mirai™, verre pour l'architecture fabriqué par NSG Group, a été vérifié par un tiers indépendant comme ayant 52 % de carbone incorporé en moins, le certifiant comme le verre le moins carboné de sa catégorie.
Développement durable : Design for change
UK Architectural team supports sustainability of horticultural sector through 200 tonne greenhouse recycling project, saving over 50 tonnes of CO₂
Pilkington UK Architectural team recently completed a greenhouse cullet recovery project at the Watson Street site, showcasing a bright future for more sustainable glass production through recycling opportunities in the horticultural sector.
Développement durable : Deliver change
Ten top tips for choosing security glass
Reducing the risk of accidents and protecting against a deliberate attack is a vital task installers must undertake when specifying glass. From security to fire resistance, glass can be used to protect a building’s occupants while also allowing the creation of bold and attractive designs.
Conseil
Innovative NSG TEC™ glass wins MADE Awards 2023
During the last edition of the MADE Expo in Milan, the Pilkington Italia team received an award for its electrically conductive NSG TEC™ glass.
Evénement
New mural in Sandomierz will clean the air
A new mural has been unveiled at Saski Park in Sandomierz, Poland. Its colours and graphics allude to ecology, but aesthetics is not its greatest asset. The mural was painted with photocatalytic paints, that neutralize harmful components of exhaust fumes and smog. This initiative is the result of cooperation between NSG Group, the City Hall and the Municipal and Housing Enterprise in Sandomierz.
Développement durable : Deliver change
BV Glas appoints Christian Quenett as President
The Annual General Meeting of BV Glas (Bundesverband Glasindustrie) has elected Christian Quenett its President for the next two years.
Initiatives de l’entreprise
Lancement d’un verre contenant 50 % de carbone incorporé en moins, nouvelle étape importante pour la décarbonation des bâtiments
NSG Group, présente une nouvelle gamme de verre dont la part de carbone incorporé est réduite de 50% par rapport à un verre float standard*, ce qui en fait le produit de sa catégorie contenant le moins de carbone sur le marché.
Développement durable : Design for change
Sandomierz production milestone
A new glass processing division, which has opened in Sandomierz, Poland, marks a company milestone.
Initiatives de l’entreprise
Martin's ADAS Blog: Chapter 9 The Fog Sensor and Air Conditioner - My Windscreen Fogs up
Blog
Why glass can have a bigger impact on building occupants than you might think?
The title might be a slight giveaway, but it’s true – glass really can have a great impact on health and well-being.
Conseil
Martin's ADAS Blog: Chapter 8 The Lang Range Radar Sensor
Blog
Martin's ADAS Blog: Chapter 7 Camera
Blog
Martin's ADAS Blog: Chapter 6 Rain Light Sensor
Blog
Martin's ADAS Blog: Chapter 5 Wheel Alignment and Calibration
Blog
4th Edition of Transparency with Women Conference by Blindex
On Thursday, June 1st, the fourth edition of the "Transparency with Women" event was held, featuring a lecture by presenter, entrepreneur, and model Ana Hickmann. The event also featured other inspiring women such as Valéria Sanseverino, a therapist who pursued her dream at age 50, Jolanta Lessig, European Marketing Communications Manager of Architectural Glass business line at NSG Group, and Ana Júlia Kachan, President of the Second Ethics Court of the OAB/SP.
Evénement
Martin's ADAS Blog: Chapter 4 Detecting Important Errors
Blog
Pilkington Glass for animals and nature
From 15 to 17 May, Pilkington Italia will exhibit at Zoomark 2023, the international trade fair dedicated to products for pets, in Bologna, Italy. The company will present its products at stand no I20 in Pavilion 29.
Evénement
Martin's ADAS Blog: Chapter 3 Pitch Angle and Vehicle Load
Blog
Earth Day 2023
Earth Day is celebrating its 53rd anniversary and this year’s theme is “Invest in Our Planet”.
Développement durable : Embrace change
Martin's ADAS Blog: Chapter 1 Introduction Initial Diagnosis
Blog
Martin's ADAS Blog: Chapter 2 Power Supply
Blog
Top tips for installing glass mirrors
Mirrors can create the illusion of added space and help to brighten rooms. There are several things to consider in order to maximise the benefits of mirrors as building features – the type of mirror, where it’s positioned, how it’s fixed and how to ensure safety are all important factors.
Conseil
Luxury at sea
The largest ships in the world and the most luxurious yachts are simply stuffed with splendour, wealth and ... glass, which affects not only the aesthetic values, but also determines the functionality of the vessel and increases the comfort of its use.
Référence de projet
NSG Group Special Community Award 2022
As we move forward after two challenging years, an additional category of Community Projects was added to recognize and encourage the work our teams carry out with local communities.
Communauté
NSG Group Safety Awards 2022
The sixth NSG Group Health & Safety Project Award has been awarded to Automotive OE North America for their ‘Safety Patrol’ project.
Communauté
NSG Group Environmental Awards 2022
The sixth NSG Group Environmental Project Award has been awarded to the San Salvo site in Italy, Architectural Glass Float operations and Automotive OE, for their ‘Water consumption reduction’ project.
Développement durable : Deliver change
Finding the cause of glass breakages
Everyone knows that glass can break. If this does happen, it is important to understand the origin of glass breakage and learn best practices for identifying causes and finding solutions.
Conseil
Pilkington Glass protects the Basilica of San Marco
An extraordinary engineering system comprising extra clear glass and steel is now in operation to protect Italy’s Basilica of San Marco in Venice from high tides.
Référence de projet
NSG Group boosts its output upgrading of Sandomierz based manufacturing plant
A decision to open Pilkington IGP's new glass processing plant was based on growing demand for glass and insulating glass units. The investment will result in the creation of new jobs, shorter lead times and enhanced production capacity. The new plant is scheduled for commissioning in May 2023.
Communiqué de presse
Social Greenhouse
Social Greenhouse is the result of cooperation between Pilkington Polska and the Cultural Center in Sandomierz.
Information générale
Présentation de la nouvelle génération de verres de contrôle solaire haut de gamme Pilkington Suncool™ Q
NSG Group a lancé Pilkington Suncool™ Q - sa nouvelle gamme de produits verriers offrant un contrôle solaire de haute performance.
Communiqué de presse
NSG Group experts at Glasstec 2022 conference
NSG Group experts will join other influential contributors at this year’s Glasstec conference that will be focused on decarbonisation. Specifically targeted leading-edge lectures will offer attendees a blend of theory and practice on this pressing global issue.
Communiqué de presse
The Silver Ghost
A Ghost has been captured and put on show at Pilkington United Kingdom Ltd Cowley Hill site in St Helens.
Information générale
Momentum Intersection 2023

The Momentum Intersection program is a collaboration of industry, design, and art.

Self-cleaning glass: what do you need to know?
Pilkington Activ™ the first commercially available self-cleaning glass has proven popular for everything from conservatory roofs to commercial facades. But, considering the long history of float glass, self-cleaning glass is still a relatively new product that some in the industry still have misconceptions about.
Conseil
Stunning seaside glass mirage
Located on the Dutch North Sea coast, the new Inntel Hotel Den Haag Marina Beach in Scheveningen, is a seaside landmark like no other – and in no small measure, its outstanding visual qualities are thanks to a clever combination of glass products.
Référence de projet
Transforming digital displays with Pilkington MirroView™
In today’s tech-enabled world, creating decorative, practical and multi-functional spaces is a must. Pilkington MirroView™ digital display mirror is designed to transform interiors according to their use.
Article vedette
Biofuel trial by St Helens glass giant marks new world-first towards decarbonisation
Pilkington United Kingdom Limited, part of the NSG Group, has become the world’s first flat glass manufacturer to fire its furnace on 100% biofuel, as part of an industry trial to find sustainable alternatives to natural gas.
Développement durable : Deliver change
Specifying safety and security glass
Safety and security glass has come a long way since the days of wired glazing thanks to significant advances in glass-making technology. Today’s superior products can offer much more than simply protection.
Conseil
Lancement de Pilkington Botanical™ pour maximiser la croissance dans les serres
NSG Group lance une nouvelle gamme de produits verriers spécifiquement destinés au marché horticole.
Innovation
Cradle to Cradle Silver for Pilkington Netherlands
On Monday, January 24, Pilkington Netherlands officially received a Cradle to Cradle® Silver certificate for most of its insulating glass products.
Développement durable : Deliver change
Pilkington Special Glass ups the game for padel
For the uninitiated, Padel is a combination of tennis and squash. It is the fastest growing racket sport in the world with a court that is surrounded on all sides by a combination of mesh panels and glass – an essential element, not only for spectator enjoyment, but also for speed of play.
Innovation
Pilkington Profilit™ helps biopower plant “Seize the Future”
Carpe Futurum is Latin for Seize the Future – it is also the name of Sweden’s latest biopower plant in Uppsala – and Pilkington Profilit™ is helping this spectacular, climate smart, sustainable project achieve its renewable agenda.
Communiqué de presse
Autumn and condensation: the dew point
As we entered the fall season, let’s explain why external condensation is common for homeowners, particularly at this time of year.
Conseil
SmartWindows indeed
SmartWindow – a cutting edge glazing technology that will revolutionise the way the future combines sustainability, ergonomics and workplace productivity.
Communiqué de presse
Une connectivité invisible grâce à un verre high-tech
Imaginez un monde connecté combinant l’esthétisme et les possibilités de conception en verre, libéré des fils habituellement nécessaires à notre technologie quotidienne - une vision rendue possible par la collaboration entre NSG Group et Cohda, concepteur de produits innovants.
Innovation
Glass Walk in Sandomierz is now available

On Thursday, 19 August 2021, the first ‘Glass Walk’ in Sandomierz took place. The creators of the exhibition, together with representatives of local media, went on a trip in the footsteps of history of the city. The glass boards were installed on 13 August and from that day the ‘Glass Walk’ is available for visitors.

Nomination for the Glass Award for the Pharos office building

On September 16, 2021, Bouwend Nederland Vakgroep GLAS will present the Glass Award for the tenth time. The jury has nominated five projects from the 24 entries, whereby the Pharos office building in Hoofddorp, the Netherlands submitted by Pilkington Nederland is among 5 nominees.

IFC Invests in NSG Group to support manufacturing capacity in Argentina following highest green standards

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, announced an investment of $40 million in NSG UK Enterprises Limited (NSG UK), a part of the NSG Group, a long-standing IFC client. 

The new Smart TinyLab is open

The new Smart TinyLab at Saxion University of Applied Sciences in Enschede is officially open! A unique test space where construction partners and companies involved in construction can develop, test and demonstrate their products in practice. 

Finansparken Bjergsted with BREEAM Outstanding

Finansparken in Bjergsted is the new head office for SpareBank1 SR-Bank, which is located just outside Stavanger city center. It is one of the largest office buildings in Europe made of wood.

The EU COVID Recovery Plan includes more than €750 billion for an ecological transition

Glass products that reduce pollutants and save water and electricity can make a major contribution to this common effort.

The fountain in Sandomierz to regain its splendor

The results of the competition for the architectural concept for the revitalization of the fountain in the Little Market Square in Sandomierz have been announced. The winning work by Natalia Szymańska is an elegant and simple installation of glass cuboids placed in the existing pool of the fountain.

Traditional Building Virtual Conference
Kyle Sword, Business Development Manager at Pilkington North America, a part of the NSG Group, will take part in the upcoming Traditional Building Virtual Conference June 7-11, 2021.
Leadership Award for Specialized Transport
Initiatives de l’entreprise
Solving the overheating problem
Higher standards of air-tightness and thermal insulation in new build properties has meant some modern homes have become vulnerable to overheating. How glazing can help control the temperature of a home? mperature of a home? 

Conseil
Un verre visible par les oiseaux développé pour aider à protéger la biodiversité
Pilkington United Kingdom Limited, société de NSG Group, a développé Pilkington AviSafe™ - un nouveau verre avec un revêtement spécifique conçu pour empêcher la collision des oiseaux avec les fenêtres et les façades des bâtiments.
Développement durable : Design for change
NSG Group Safety Awards 2020

The fifth NSG Group Safety Award has been awarded to Automotive AGR Europe for their ‘Step change in the safety culture’ project. 

Fearless Girl
Fearless Girl - Broken Ceiling
Référence de projet
Special COVID-19 Awards 2020

Due to the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic the Company took a decision to award a special prize for a COVID-19 focused health project.

NSG Group Environmental Award 2020
The fifth NSG Group Environmental Project Award has been awarded to the VFG (Vietnam Float Glass) site for their ‘Reduction of waste hot water for glass washing’ project.
Développement durable : Deliver change
Expansion of the Pilkington IGP plant in Ostrołęka

Insulating glass leader, Pilkington IGP is expanding its plant in Ostrołęka. The investment will not only increase the company's production capacity but will also provide nearly 100 new jobs.

The market benchmark for transparency in glass

Pilkington Optiwhite™ extra clear glass, which is produced in our plants in Italy, Germany, UK and the USA, is the most coveted product in the glass industry today. Why? Because it exceeds the ordinary concept of glass transparency and out-performs its traditional alternatives.

Pilkington Optiwhite™: the premium choice for exceptional projects!
Pilkington Optiwhite™ the architects' product of choice for ground-breaking architectural projects has been chosen for an amazing glass façade for an iconic Art and Cultural Centre in Hong Kong.
Référence de projet
Glass Focus Award Winners Webinar

Glass Focus Award Winners webinar organised by Glass International will take place on Tuesday 26 January 2021, at 4.00 pm CET.

Keep noise out of your house
In the recent years we can observe the growing trend of sound-insulating glass being used in residential properties. Let's look at ways to reduce noise in our homes specifying the right products.
Conseil
The triumph of transparency - Pilkington Optiwhite™
The Italian company Santambrogio Milano has designed and created a remarkable terrace in a private house in the centre of Milan using extra clear Pilkington Optiwhite™ glass.
Référence de projet
NSG’s Solar Glass Float Furnace in U.S. Starts Operation

NSG Group announced today the float furnace to produce TCO (transparent conductive oxide) coated glass for solar panels in Luckey, Ohio has started operation. Due to the pandemic, the inaugural furnace lighting ceremony was held virtually and streamed live over the company social media platforms.

NSG Group présente Pilkington SaniTise™ pour aider à créer un monde plus sain, plus propre et plus sûr
NSG Group recognizes the world has changed and that health and safety are at the forefront of everyone’s mind. In response to these challenges, NSG Group is excited to announce the launch of Pilkington SaniTise™.
Innovation
HUD Technology on GM Vehicles
Technologie
New Pilkington Profilit™ partner logo highlights quality and best practice
Pilkington Bauglasindustrie has launched a new logo for its qualified Pilkington Profilit™ installers partnership programme.
A complete guide to self-cleaning glass

Confused about self-cleaning glass? Get familiar with below guide to the benefits of self-cleaning glass and the science behind the product. 

The new transparent skin of La Samaritaine
This spring in a unique location on the Seine in the first district of Paris, the newly renovated La Samaritaine opened to the public after extraordinary renovation by its size and complexity.
Fighting the fade
It’s well known that sunlight causes the dyes in fabrics, paints and other materials to fade over time. However, the reasons behind the effect and the measures homeowners and building designers can take to prevent it are more complex than you might think.
Conseil
From sand to glass - an interactive educational exhibition in Sandomierz, Poland

"From sand to glass. History, technology and application." exhibition has opened at the District Museum in Sandomierz. The project has been developed in cooperation with the NSG Group in Poland.

Engineered for strength

For most applications where safety glass is required, it is usually a choice between toughened or laminated glass. However, we’re seeing the popularity of laminated toughened glass increase as it is used in applications where clients are looking to combine the benefits of both products. Here we describe the applications in which laminated toughened glass is being specified.

Glass giant ramps up antiviral coating research in the fight against Covid-19

The NSG Group is fast tracking its research into producing glass with an antiviral coating, as it looks to help specifiers find new ways of reducing the transmission of viruses within buildings and transport.

GM Supplier of the Year
Initiatives de l’entreprise
Scenic views of Vienna through glass

New apartment complex Parkapartments Am Belvedere and Hotel Andaz Vienna Am Belvedere, have become a new landmark of Vienna. The architects of the renowned architectural office Renzo Piano designed five buildings with eye-catching facades made of aluminium, ceramics and glass.

Pilkington Technology Management Limited scoops a prestigious Innovation Award

Pilkington Technology Management Limited announces today that its antiviral glass development project has been successful in receiving a 100 per cent award from Innovate UK, the UK’s innovation agency.

When tough is not enough: Solving the mystery
Toughened glass is often specified in modern building design for its safety, strength and resistance to thermal breakage. Despite this, architects and specifiers can often be left bemused when glass breakages occur, as it can seem to be for no apparent reason.
Conseil
Turning down the heat with solar control glazing
With summer just around the corner, it is worth to review how advances in glazing technology can help control a building’s temperature and stave off the heat.
Conseil
Pilkington OptiShower™ - glass that always weathers the storm and looks like new
Performance consistency in harsh environments combined with ease of cleaning, are essential properties for certain glass applications. Sea-going vessels, aquariums, car washes, showers and kitchens all require a product that, as well as being easy to clean, will not degrade over time – defying humidity, corrosive materials and limescale deposits.
Article vedette
The sky’s the limit: structural glazing and building design

With glass remaining increasingly favoured by architects when creating tall, modern structures, it looks like the material will continue to play a central role in transforming city’s skyline. 

Pilkington IGP expands plant in Ostroleka

Pilkington IGP, a leading insulated glass manufacturer in Poland, has announced its intention further to develop its manufacturing plant in Ostroleka. The planned site extension is expected to double the production efficiency and provide further employment opportunities.

Pilkington Mirropane™ Chrome: designer glass mirrors for a multitude of applications

Imagine highly-reflective mirrors that will work in any environment to create an illusion of space, transforming small difficult areas into bright, spacious rooms – safely and with ease! 

Glass for Europe: Flat glass in a climate-neutral Europe

The flat glass sector is expected to play a crucial role in the decarbonisation of Europe and its high-performance products will be essential in contributing to the EU's legally binding targets to bring all greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050.

QBIG III the innovative office building in Heilbronn business park

With the innovative office building called QBIG III, the striking building trio in Heilbronn business park Schwabenhof is completed. A new, equally impressive glass building as previous ones with an equally extravagant steel skeleton has been created. The unique architecture and the high energy standard make this building an attractive rental property. 

NSG’s Solar Glass Float Furnace in Vietnam Starts Operation

NSG Group announced today that the float furnace to produce TCO (transparent conductive oxide) coated glass for solar panels started operation on January 19, 2020.

Energy-efficient glazing

Over the years, the fluctuating cost of energy prices has meant an increasing number of homeowners have looked to energy efficient resources to cut household expenditure on fuel powered heating. 

The art of mosaic returns with Pilkington Microwhite™

A remarkable new design application, which uses Pilkington Microwhite™ to create stunning glass tile mosaics, has been developed for the architectural market.

Kawneer and Pilkington Nederland at Polyclose 2020

On 15, 16 and 17 January 2020, Kawneer and Pilkington Nederland, a part of NSG Group, will present their innovations at the Polyclose in Gent, Belgium. Polyclose is the European exhibition for window, door, sun protection and façade technology.

Guarding and protection: how to specify glass barriers
Designing glass for use in barriers can appear complex at first, with a number of safety and technical measures to take into consideration. In this article we explain the design principles behind some of the most common glass barriers.
Conseil
Glass - Strong & Beautiful

It’s common knowledge that glass can be a brittle material, yet it’s used extensively by architects and specifiers, particularly in the design and construction of large skyscrapers. Understanding the strength of glass enables it to be used in a wide range of applications.

New Pilkington Activ Suncool™ Pro T brings a clean, cool and tough solution to market

NSG Group has launched a new toughenable dual coated glass, with self-cleaning, solar control and thermal insulation properties to meet strong demand for multi-functional glazing solutions.

Pilkington Italia – technical sponsor of the exhibition "Giulio Romano: Art and desire”

The captivating exhibition "Giulio Romano: Art and desire” at the Palazzo Te focuses on a different side of the artist's work. It will be open for visitors until 6 January 2020.

Noise control glazing: it’s all so quiet
Noise pollution is a growing environmental issue in today’s towns and cities. In a bid to block out the noise from the busy streets and skies, local authorities increasingly recognise the need to provide better sound insulation in their residents’ homes.
Conseil
Innovative design made possible by Pilkington Mirropane™ Chrome Plus
A special sculpture with equally special glass was officially inaugurated in Völkermarkt, Austria at the end of April 2019. 
Futuristic headquarters of BHS Corrugated in Weiherhammer

Futuristic headquarters of BHS Corrugated designed by furoris gruppe GmbH has been awarded with the German Design Award Special 2019 for Excellent Communications Design Architecture.

Pilkington Project References now available for on-the-go use via new smartphone app
Building designers and architects looking for inspiration for current and future projects, need look no further than NSG Group’s new, state-of-the-art mobile app.
Communiqué de presse
Specifying for protection: Safety and Security Glass
Creating a safe and secure home should be at the heart of any residential building project. This is especially true for developers in specialist projects providing housing for vulnerable people. Here we explain how architects and developers can use the latest in glazing technology to create secure homes.
Conseil
The glass that protects the Cartoon of The School of Athens

Pilkington OptiView™ OW, which already protects numerous priceless exhibits in global museums and galleries, now also enhances one of the world’s most exceptional and unique works of art.

Restart of the float-glass line in Gladbeck
The float glass line has been completely renovated, the technology improved. The investment is a commitment to Gladbeck, securing 530 jobs.
Initiatives de l’entreprise
Pilkington IGP in Poland opens new plant in Bialystok

NSG Group’s Architectural business in Poland held an official ceremony and grand opening of their new manufacturing plant in Bialystok, Eastern Poland on 16 May 2019. The event was attended by clients, employees and representatives of the NSG Group.

From now on, glass shower screens will always stay clean and transparent

Pilkington OptiShower™ is a glass developed to enhance the aesthetics of shower cubicles improving their appearance and making easy work of cleaning.

Pilkington Floatglas AB to present innovations at ARCHITECT@WORK in Stockholm

Pilkington Floatglas AB will present the latest innovations of the NSG Group at the international exhibition ARCHITECT@WORK at Stockholmsmässan in Älvsjö on Wednesday the 3rd and Thursday the 4th of April, 2019.

Pilkington Austria GmbH to exhibit at Wohnen & Interieur

This year, Pilkington Austria GmbH will be exhibiting at Wohnen & Interieur, Austria's leading trade fair for home trends, furniture, gardening and design, from 9 to 17 March in Vienna. Visitors to the stand B 0425 (Hall B) will be able to admire the latest value-added products and innovative solutions for the living and working area.

The best brands showcase their products through Pilkington OptiView™ Protect OW
Pilkington OptiView™ Protect OW is a special anti-reflective glass that enhances the appearance of the products on display.
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The exhibition "Tiziano/Gerhard Richter. Heaven on earth."
Pilkington Italia is technical sponsor of the exhibition "Tiziano / Gerhard Richter. Heaven on earth.”
NSG Group to exhibit at BAU 2019

"Right product, right place" - this is the motto of the NSG Group's trade fair presence at BAU 2019. The world's leading trade fair for architecture, materials and systems is exactly the right place for the glass manufacturer to present its innovative products for modern and sophisticated glass applications to more than 250,000 visitors.

NSG Group to exhibit at Equip'Baie 2018, Paris Porte de Versailles

NSG Group, manufacturer of glass under the Pilkington brand, will present its latest innovations at Equip'Baie 2018, the must-attend trade show in the windows and façade sector, in Paris Porte de Versailles from 20th to 23rd November 2018.

NSG Group Announces Location of New U.S. Manufacturing Plant

NSG Group have announced it has selected a location for its new glass production facility in the United States. The new plant will support the Group’s plan to expand production capacity of online TCO (transparent conductive oxide) coated glass to support the growing solar market, as announced earlier in May 2018.

Pilkington Deutschland AG to exhibit at the architectureworld 2018
Pilkington Deutschland AG, a part of NSG Group, will take part in the architectureworld 2018 from 23rd to 27th of October.
Form and beauty expertly processed
A recent renovation of a 5-star hotel on Lake Garda was the perfect platform to demonstrate the technical capabilities and opportunities afforded by glass processing.
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Pilkington Italia to exhibit at ARCHITECT@WORK Rome

Pilkington Italia will present the latest innovations of the NSG Group at the third edition of ARCHITECT@WORK Rome, the international event for architects, designers and other professionals in the sector.

NSG Group to Exhibit at Glasstec 2018
The NSG Group, who manufacture glass under the Pilkington brand, will be exhibiting its latest innovations at Glasstec 2018, the world’s leading glass industry trade fair, in Dusseldorf from 23 – 26 October 2018.
Pilkington North America exhibiting at the SID Display Week
Pilkington North America will exhibit a range of high performance glass products at the Society of Information Display (SID) Display Week at the Los Angeles Convention Center, Los Angeles, CA on May 22-24, 2018.
Christian Quenett elected as a new Chairman of Glass for Europe

During the last General Assembly of Glass for Europe Dr Christian Quenett, Head of Architectural Glass Europe, has been elected as the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Glass for Europe. Glass for Europe is the trade association for the Europe’s flat glass sector.

Extra clear glass Pilkington Optiwhite™ is now made in Italy

From today an extra clear glass - most appreciated by the market - is also produced in the Pilkington Italia plant in Venice, where the glass production was restarted just a few months ago. The extra clear glass Pilkington Optiwhite™ exceeds the ordinary concept of the glass transparency.

Pilkington North America Exhibiting at the Digital Signage Expo
Pilkington North America will exhibit a range of high performance glass products at the Digital Signage Expo at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, on March 28-29, 2018.
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Pilkington Nederland and Kawneer at Polyclose 2018
On 17, 18 and 19 January 2018, Kawneer and Pilkington Nederland, part of NSG Group, will present their innovations at the Polyclose in Gent, Belgium. Polyclose is the European exhibition for window, door, sun protection and façade technology.
NSG Group to exhibit at the Integrated Systems Europe 2018 show in Amsterdam
NSG Group will exhibit a range of high performance glass products at the Integrated Systems Europe Show on 6-9th February 2018 in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Integrated Systems Europe is the world’s best-attended tradeshow dedicated to professional AV, Digital Signage and electronic integrated systems.
Pilkington Spectrum now available for on-the-go use via new smartphone app
Pilkington Spectrum, one of the industry's most popular glass specifying tool, is now available to use on-the-go following the launch of a new smartphone app.
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NSG Group at architectureworld 2017
Pilkington Deutschland AG, a part of NSG Group, will take part in the architectureworld 2017 at Landschafts Park Duisburg-Nord, Germany from 8th to 9th November.
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NSG Group to exhibit at BATIMAT 2017
Pilkington Glass Service, a part of NSG Group, will be present at BATIMAT from 6 to 10 November 2017b at the Parc des Expositions Paris Nord, Villepinte. BATIMAT is the building industry’s leading international trade show and the meeting place for construction professionals who bring together different solutions and novelties for the building sector.
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Restart of the Pilkington Italia Float line
Monday, 16 October, was an important date for Pilkington Italia, for the community of Venice and for the entire Veneto Region as the warm-up of the new furnace for glass production at Porto Marghera plant commenced.
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Pilkington Sunplus™ BIPV powered by NEXBuilding receives IEC Certification
NSG Group’s Architectural Glass Solar Products Certified to Global Design and Safety Standards
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Pilkington Activ™ cleans up in Europe
Pilkington Activ™, the world’s first self-cleaning glass, has been independently verified and officially meets the new European Standard for self-cleaning glass.
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Light-flooded offices in the new Microsoft company headquarters
As one of the most modern working environments in Germany, the new Microsoft headquarters in Munich-Schwabing stands for the idea of a networked working environment: optimal possibilities for teamwork, more self-determination and personal productivity as well as a high degree of flexibility, made possible by modern technologies. Open spaces, which are geared to different work requirements and can be flexibly used at any time, are available to the employees with the new office structures.
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Pilkington North America exhibiting at the SID Display Week
Pilkington North America will exhibit a range of high performance glass products at the Society of Information Display (SID) Display Week at the Los Angeles Convention Center, Los Angeles, CA on May 23-26, 2017.
Pilkington Italia to exhibit at ShopExpo in Milan
Pilkington Italia will be exhibiting its high performance glass products at the ShopExpo in Milan, Italy between 19th and 21st of April 2017.
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Pilkington North America Exhibiting at the Digital Signage Expo
Pilkington North America will exhibit a range of high performance glass products at the Digital Signage Expo at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, on March 29-30, 2017.
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Impressive and innvovative QBIG two in Heilbronn
QBIG two in Heilbronn, Germany is an impressive innovative office building. The building with a glass façade is surrounded by an extravagant white steel skeleton.
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NSG Group and visualplanet to exhibit integrated smart mirror at ISE 2017
NSG Group and visualplanet™ announced on 31st of January that the two companies will exhibit an integrated solution for the fast growing smart mirror market at ISE 2017.
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The NSG Group at BAU 2017
Pilkington Deutschland AG, Bauglasindustrie GmbH (BGI) and Pilkington Austria GmbH – all part of the NSG Group – will present the latest innovations of the business lines/product groups Fire Protection Glass, Glass Systems and Design Glass at BAU 2017 exhibition in Munich, Germany from 16th to 21st of January 2017.
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The NSG Group to exhibit at the Integrated Systems Europe 2017 show in Amsterdam
The NSG Group will exhibit a range of high performance glass products at the Integrated Systems Europe Show in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, on 7-10th February, 2017. Integrated Systems Europe is the world’s best-attended tradeshow dedicated to professional AV and electronic integrated systems.
Pilkington Bauglasindustrie to exhibit at BAU 2017 in Munich
Pilkington Bauglasindustrie, a part of NSG Group, will be exhibiting its latest innovations at the 2017 BAU Show in Munich, Germany between 16th – 21st January 2017.
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The NSG Group rolls out second edition of Glass in Architecture
NSG Group will roll out the second edition of its prestigious Glass in Architecture book at this year’s Glasstec trade fair in Dusseldorf on 20th – 23rd September 2016.
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The NSG Group and Solaria announce collaboration
NSG Group, the owner of the Pilkington brand, and one of the world’s largest glass producers, and Solaria, specialists in PV technology, are entering into a collaboration agreement to manufacture and produce (semi) transparent Building Integrated Photovoltaic (BIPV) solutions.
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NSG Group introduces on-line tool to speed up specification
The NSG Group has launched a new performance search function to help architects, specifiers and customers build specifications tailored to their project requirements.
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Marine diamond
A complex diamond-shaped structure that forms part of a luxury cruise liner, is a flagship project in a turnkey solution for Finland’s Pilkington Marine.
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NSG Group to Exhibit at Glasstec 2016
The NSG Group, who manufactures glass under the Pilkington brand, will be exhibiting its latest innovations at the world’s leading trade fair for the glass industry, Glasstec 2016, in Dusseldorf between 20th – 23rd September 2016.
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McDonald's restaurant in Rotterdam
New pavilion of McDonald's restaurant in Rotterdam wins Iconic Awards 2015.
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Switch channels to Pilkington TV
In an age of multi-channel choice and on demand programmes, why is there nothing worthwhile watching on the box? That's the question many viewers ask.
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The NSG Group exhibiting at the Integrated Systems Europe show in Amsterdam
The NSG Group will exhibit a range of high performance glass products at the Integrated Systems Europe Show in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, on February 9-12, 2016. Integrated Systems Europe is the world’s best-attended tradeshow dedicated to professional AV and electronic systems integration.
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Pilkington OptiView™ showcases Egyptian artefacts in best light
The Egyptian Museum in Turin, second in the world only to Cairo for the historical and artistic value of its content, has chosen Pilkington OptiView™ Protect OW to safeguard its ancient Egyptian artefacts.
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NSG Group to showcase glass innovations at ISE 2015
The NSG Group, owner of the Pilkington brand, will exhibit a range of high-performance glass innovations at this year’s Integrated Systems Europe Show in Amsterdam on 10-12 February. The products will be displayed at the NSG Group booth, #8-D352.
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Crystal clear glazing puts Stonehenge visitors in touch with the landscape
The design concept at the heart of the new Stonehenge visitor centre which opened at the end of last year, was a building that would blend unobtrusively into the wide-open Wiltshire landscape by evoking a copse of trees.
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Italian Renaissance Art protected with Pilkington OptiView™ Protect OW
The exhibition of Bernardino Luini works of art – one of the leading artists of the Italian Renaissance – was ceremonially opened in April at the Palazzo Reale in Milan, where various Renaissance art will be displayed until mid-July.
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Imperial Tobacco HQ achieves BREEAM Excellent with Pilkington Suncool™
Imperial Tobacco’s new HQ has achieved a sustainability certification of Excellent from the world’s leading assessment method for sustainable buildings, BREEAM, with a helping hand from Pilkington Suncool™ 70/40.
Développement durable : Design for change
External condensation? The answer is here.
Introducing Pilkington Anti-condensation Glass. By keeping the outer surface of the glass warmer, this latest innovation solves a common problem with Insulated Glass Units – external condensation – giving homeowners a clearer view.
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Une boîte en verre Pilkington Optiwhite™ suspendue à 3842 mètres.
Le Pas dans le Vide, située dans la chaîne du massif du Mont Blanc, offre une vue incomparable sur la vallée de Chamonix.
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Pilkington Optiphon™ awarded the Quiet Mark
Pilkington Optiphon™ has been granted the seal of approval by Quiet Mark the international mark of approval from the Noise Abatement Society Charitable Foundation.
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Glass for a great nights sleep
Pilkington noise-control glass has been revealed as the secret behind a good night’s sleep for customers of the new, award-winning, Sleeperz Hotel in the heart of Newcastle. And, while the noise-reduction performance helps ensure guests sleep easy in the 98-bedroom hotel, it also plays a key role in creating a stunning visual impact for the glass-fronted building.
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Clear view for geckos at Cologne Zoo
Zoo visitors often complain about reflections on enclosure windows, which make it difficult to see the animals. Visitors to Cologne Zoo will now have a particularly good view of the geckos without any annoying reflections – thanks to the new Pilkington OptiView™.
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Pilkington Optiwhite™ creates glass paradise
Pilkington Optiwhite™ has been specified in a breathtaking residential extension in Chelsea. Installed in a bespoke staircase, complete with a colour-changing LED lighting system, the glass provides a seamless transition between the house levels. Pilkington Optiwhite™ was also installed across the property in walls, windows and balustrades
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