- In April 2024, AGC Inc. achieved an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for its architectural float glass from the Kashima facility, validated by SuMPO. This initiative aims to help buyers assess environmental impacts more transparently and supports compliance with green building standards such as LEED. By aligning with its medium-term goal of reducing environmental impact, AGC strengthens its green sourcing strategy, enhancing growth opportunities in the construction sector
- In January 2024, SCHOTT expanded its collaboration with Lumus to meet the rising demand for augmented reality (AR) glasses. The expansion of SCHOTT’s Malaysian plant will support production of Lumus' Z-Lens waveguide technology. This partnership is set to streamline AR development from prototyping to mass production, making AR glasses more accessible and bolstering SCHOTT’s presence in consumer electronics
- In May 2023, Corning Incorporated implemented a 20% price increase on display glass substrates globally to address surging energy and raw material costs. This strategic pricing move is intended to maintain profitability amid inflation while capitalizing on the rising demand for display glass. The adjustment positions Corning for continued market leadership and revenue growth in a recovering electronics industry
- In April 2023, SCHOTT unveiled innovative kitchen solutions at AWE 2023 in Shanghai, introducing features such as CleanPlus coating for easy maintenance and CERAN Luminoir for advanced cooktop designs. These products, which received industry recognition, reflect SCHOTT’s dedication to smart kitchen innovation and strengthen its competitiveness in the home appliances market
