International Coverage

Reports from the world's major stoneworking nations, focusing on materials and producers.

ARTICLES

Mosaic Tile Co. wins Confindustria Ceramica 2013 North American Distributor Award

With 10 showroom locations on the East Coast, the company has distinguished itself as a leading resource for colorful, design-driven, large-format and eco-friendly tile.
May 13, 2013
After considering the work of hundreds of leading tile distributors across the U.S. and Canada, Ceramics of Italy has recognized Mosaic Tile Co. as the recipient of the 2013 Confindustria Ceramica North American Distributor Award.


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Spanish tile manufacturers win CID Awards at Coverings 2013

May 7, 2013
The Ultimate Stone & Tile Experience -- the Coverings Installation & Design (CID) Awards celebrate creativity and technical know-how in the use of tile and stone in residential and commercial projects.


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Microwave resin technology elevates Italian supplier

Marmi Orobici of Bergamo, Italy, has taken its production to the next level by investing in a state-of-the-art plant for resin-treating slabs using microwave technology
April 1, 2013
Founded in 1968 by Giuseppe Carnevale, Marmi Orobici Graniti S.p.A. of Bergamo, Italy, has maintained a pattern of growth over the years, and it is known worldwide as an international supplier of all stone varieties


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Coverings 2013 makes its Atlanta debut

For the first time ever, Coverings will be held in Atlanta, GA, and it is taking place from April 29 to May 2 with more than 900 exhibitors and an extensive seminar program
April 1, 2013
Coverings 2013, the international tile and stone exhibition, will take place at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta from April 29 to May 2, 2013, and it is on track to have more than 900 exhibitors from more than 50 different countries.


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A product display from Unicera 2013 in Turkey

March 12, 2013
Celebrating its 25th year, Unicera, a tile and bathroom furnishing exhibition held annually in Istanbul, Turkey, brought together a group of the leading Turkish tile manufacturers.


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Brazil fair to showcase an industry on the rise

The Vitoria Stone Fair will showcase the latest Brazilian materials and finishes within the world marketplace.
February 1, 2013
After several difficult years, exports of Brazilian stone production are on the rise again, and the full spectrum of Brazil’s stone offerings will be on display at the Vitória Stone Fair from February 26 to March 1


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Innovative byproduct use by Brazilian slab producer

February 1, 2013
Decolores of Cachoeiro de Itapemirim, Espírito Santo, Brazil, has developed a way to convert the abrasive slurry from natural stone processing into a product used to create bricks for construction


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Elegant stonework defines Brazilian mall

Boulevard Shopping in Vila Velha, Espírito Santo brings growth to the Brazilian construction market.
February 1, 2013
At Boulevard Shopping in Vila Velha, Espírito Santo, Brazil, a range of domestic stone materials were used to bring both outdoor and indoor spaces to a new level of stylishness


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An artistic expression in stone

February 1, 2013
Seeking to create a unique stone structure on his property in Bourdeaux, France, a stonemason built a stone cabin with local French limestone and sandstone


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The world of stone in Verona

December 3, 2012
The following is a look at just some of the stone materials on display in Verona.


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The stones of the Cachoeiro Stone Fair in Brazil

Held annually in the city of Cachoeiro, Espirito Santo, Brazil, the Cachoeiro Stone Fair did not disappoint in its 34th edition. With more than 25,000 visitors and 220 exhibitors, the fair revealed leading trends and innovative materials in the Carlos Caiado Expo Center.

EVENTS

Revestir

3/11/14
Transamérica Expo Center
Brazil
At Expo Revestir, the trends and launches of finishing solutions or are shown to thousands of professionals and buyers

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Unicera

3/12/14
Tüyap Fair Convention and Congress Center
Turkey
The fair is a vast marketing platform for the ceramic, bathroom and kitchen industries, and is the meeting point of domestic and international procurement delegations and exhibitors.

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Cevisama 2014

2/4/14
Spain
The most innovative products will be on show at Cevisama 2014

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Cersaie 2013

9/23/13
Bologna Exhibition Centre
Italy
Contact: Cersaie
The figures for Cersaie confirm the show’s status as the key international event for the ceramic tile and bathroom furnishings sectors.

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Revestir

3/5/13
Transamérica Expo Center
Brazil
At Expo Revestir, the trends and launches of finishing solutions are shown to thousands of professionals and buyers

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Marmomacc 2013

9/25/13
Italy
International fair for operators in the marble sector, from machinery to instrumental products, from blocks to more complex stone processing, for professionals in construction and contract sectors as well as designers and decision makers seeking success in an increasingly specialized and competitive context.

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Unicera

2/27/13
Tüyap Fair and Convention Center
Turkey
Contact: Yeşim ULUSOY
Held in association with the Ceramics Federation of Turkey and the Association of Plumbing and Construction Materials Suppliers (TİMDER), UNICERA provides a platform for all participants to exhibit their latest technologies, products and trends.

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Stone+tec 2013

5/29/13
Exhibition Centre Nuremburg
Germany
Contact: +49 (0) 9 11. 86 06-0
With its three-decade-long success story, Stone + tec has long been one of the most important meeting places for decision makers in the natural stone industry.

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Cersaie 2012

9/25/12
Bologna Exhibition Centre
Bologna
Italy
Contact: Veronafiere at 939 051 6646000
Cersaie is the international fair for ceramics for the building industry and bathroom furnishings.

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Surfaces 2013 preview

Surfaces 2013 -- to be held in conjunction with StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas -- is slated for January 29 to 31 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV. The show, which also includes an extensive educational program that will be held from January 28 to 31, provides a place for thousands of floor covering retailers, distributors, installers, architects, designers and builders from around the world to gather and view the latest products, get vital education, network with other floor covering professionals and conduct business.

More than 600 of the largest manufacturers and suppliers representing products in every major category, including carpet, tile, hardwood, rugs, laminate, resilient and stone, are expected to exhibit at the trade show. Hanley Wood, owner and operator of the exhibition, reports that they have many new exhibiting companies and returning ones who have expanded their booth size. Additionally, Surfaces 2013 will host more than 40 workshops, seminars and mini sessions led by industry experts in the fields of business, sales, marketing, installation and design. Attendees can earn AIA, NKBA, AIBD, IICRC and AIA/CES industry designation. Here is just a small sampling of some of the displays that will be present at Surfaces 2013.

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